CHICAGO IL

MOONSHOT MEDICAL

Park Ridge's Medical-grade Hologic scanner. Body fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, bone density — all in 7 minutes.

542 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR DEXA SCAN

  • 1. No Special Preparation Required

    Wear comfortable athletic clothing without metal (no zippers, buttons, or underwire bras). Remove jewelry. For the most consistent scan-to-scan comparisons, try to scan at a similar time of day and hydration state each time. If you are bundling your DEXA with a blood panel, you will be fasting anyway.

  • 2. The Scan Takes About 7 Minutes

    You lie still on a padded table while the DEXA scanner arm passes over your body. It is completely painless and non-invasive. The radiation exposure is about 1-4 microsieverts—roughly equivalent to a few hours of natural background radiation or eating a couple of bananas. Far less than a standard chest X-ray. Total appointment time is about 15-20 minutes.

  • 3. Results Are Available Same Day

    Your scan is processed immediately. You walk out with your results and a clear understanding of what they mean. If you are an existing patient, your results are compared side-by-side with previous scans so you can see exactly what changed between visits.
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Common Questions

1. What does a DEXA scan at Moonshot Medical include?

Every DEXA scan at Moonshot Medical in Park Ridge, IL includes a full-body composition analysis using a clinical-grade Hologic scanner — the same technology used in peer-reviewed research. Results are available same day. You'll receive a detailed report (up to 12 pages) covering body fat percentage, lean muscle mass by region, visceral fat measurement, and bone mineral density — with clinical interpretation and personalized recommendations reviewed by a board-certified nurse practitioner during your visit.

2. How much does a DEXA scan cost in Chicago, and do you accept HSA/FSA?   

No referral or insurance is required. A DEXA body composition scan at Moonshot Medical is $150, and HSA/FSA cards are accepted. We also offer a DEXA + comprehensive blood panel bundle for $405 for patients who want metabolic health markers alongside their body composition data. We're located in Park Ridge, about 20 minutes from downtown Chicago via I-90, and serve patients from Des Plaines, Rosemont, Norwood Park, Edison Park, and across the northwest suburbs.

3. How do I prepare for a DEXA scan, and how long does it take?

Your appointment takes about 15–20 minutes total — the scan itself is roughly 7 minutes while lying on a padded table. No fasting is required unless you're combining your scan with a blood panel. Wear comfortable, metal-free clothing (athletic wear works great) and remove jewelry beforehand. For the most accurate scan-to-scan comparisons, we recommend consistent hydration and avoiding intense exercise in the hours before your appointment. Radiation exposure is minimal — about 1–4 microsieverts, far less than a standard dental X-ray.

4. Who should get a DEXA scan, and how often should I repeat it?

DEXA scans are valuable for a wide range of patients — from competitive athletes tracking muscle gains and limb symmetry across training blocks, to patients on GLP-1 medications (like semaglutide or tirzepatide) who want to confirm they're preserving lean mass during weight loss. Other common reasons include osteoporosis screening, establishing a baseline before a new training or nutrition program, and monitoring body composition changes during hormone therapy. For most patients, we recommend rescanning every 3–6 months to track meaningful changes. Each scan uses the same Hologic system under consistent conditions, so your results are directly comparable over time.