Price ShopperLook up your ZIP · Joint replacement atlasBone density scan in California: what it costs
What Medicare pays for a bone density scan in California in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.
A bone density scan of the hip and spine.
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Questions
How much does a bone density scan cost in California?
Medicare's 2026 price for a bone density scan in California is $42–$54 at office or clinic; $144–$165 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.
Where is a bone density scan cheapest in California?
At office or clinic, from $42. Hospital outpatient runs up to $165 for the same service.
How do I find the price near me?
Enter your ZIP code in the Price Shopper to see your local Medicare price in each setting, hospitals near you, and what you might owe with Medicare, employer insurance or paying yourself.