Bone Densitometer (DEXA) Pricing Guide
Refurbished DEXA pricing varies with model, software version, and clinical features. Entry-level units start around $16,000, mid-tier scanners commonly fall between $22,000 and $28,000, and premium platforms with body composition and fracture assessment reach up to $45,000.
Key factors that influence DEXA pricing
Refurbished Supply
Like any secondary market, DEXA pricing fluctuates with inventory; a dealer with active multi-manufacturer stock gives the best visibility.
Operating System
Windows 7 systems are less expensive and fully clinical-grade for standard BMD; Windows 10 carries a premium with easier network integration and longer support.
Software Revision
Later software unlocks features and better reporting; standard BMD-only practices can stay mid-revision and reinvest the savings.
Clinical Features
Body composition, visceral fat (VAT), atypical/vertebral fracture assessment, and pediatric databases drive the biggest price jumps.
Pricing tiers and investment levels
- Windows 7
- Standard BMD (spine, hip, forearm)
- Primary care & small clinics
- Basic osteoporosis screening
- Budget is the priority
- Windows 7
- Faster scans & better UI
- Improved image quality
- Endocrinology & women’s health
- Mid-volume orthopedic
- Best price-to-capability
- Windows 7 or 10
- Total body composition & VAT
- Atypical femur fracture (AFF)
- Pediatric & athletic apps
- Bone health & sports medicine
- Research-grade
Beyond the purchase price: total cost of ownership
DEXA installs are simple — no shielding or chiller — and most units site in a standard exam room. Plan for a few supporting costs.
Installation & Training
No shielding to build; applications training runs $1,000–$3,000/day, usually 1–2 days.
Medical Physicist
A physicist inspection is required before patient use; DEXA surveys are less involved than CT or mammography.
Ongoing Service
Annual full-coverage contracts run $5,000–$10,000; annual calibration is essential to BMD accuracy.
Financing
Modest amounts finance easily — typical monthly payments $500–$1,200 on a 5-year term.
Quick reference: DEXA cost summary
| Item / Service | Typical Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level DEXA (Windows 7, basic BMD) | $16,000 – $21,000 |
| Intermediate DEXA (mid-revision software) | $22,000 – $28,000 |
| Premium DEXA (body composition) | $30,000 – $45,000 |
| Applications Training (per day) | $1,000 – $3,000 |
| Annual Service Contract | $5,000 – $10,000 |
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