STD Testing in Acevedo, PR: Free, Same-Day & Confidential
Chlamydia in Las Marías Municipio is reported at 70% below the US average. Whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening in Acevedo, Puerto Rico, options include public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits; each balances cost, speed, and convenience.
3 testing options are listed for Acevedo, PR. The nearest, MEDX Medical Experience By Migrant las Marias, is about 0.8 miles away. Compare 3 community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.
How to read these listings
Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay: required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.
Source: CMS FQHC & Rural Health Clinic enrollment files (data.cms.gov), refreshed quarterly. Title X status reflects the latest OPA grantee list.
Community health center 0.8 miles
MEDX Medical Experience By Migrant las Marias
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MEDX Medical Experience By Migrant las Marias, in Las Marías, welcomes walk-ins for STI screening without an appointment. Federally qualified status ties fees to a sliding income scale, keeping syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia testing within reach for patients across the income spectrum in a single visit.
Sliding-scale
Address
Carr. #119 Calle Luis Montalvo, Bo. Maravilla Norte, Las Marías, PR 00670
Migrant Health Center Western Region in Las Marías requires an appointment, so scheduling ahead is the move, but that visit covers gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV testing alongside STI and HIV/AIDS medical treatment, all on a sliding-scale fee accepted across Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance.
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Spanish Is the Working Language Here
When sexual health questions go unanswered because something got lost between languages, the result is often a missed diagnosis or a treatment plan that never quite lands. At Migrant Health Center Western Region, Spanish is the clinic's operating language. Meaning the clinical conversation itself carries no translation gap.
Tests & treatsSliding-scale
Address
Carr # 119 Calle Luis Montalvo Sector Maravilla Norte, Las Marías, PR 00670
MEDX Medical Experience Maricao Pharmacy, in Maricao, anchors its STI care in a sliding-scale fee structure tied to income. Meaning cost alone won't block access. Screening covers the core panel: syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, delivered through federally qualified health center status with no appointment required.
Beyond the dedicated testing centers above: at-home kits by mail, hospital labs certified for STI testing, local clinicians who can order a panel during a regular visit, pharmacies for self-test kits and prescriptions, and online PrEP & treatment.
The nearest testing center is less than a mile away, if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Acevedo, you collect the sample privately, and mail it back to a CLIA-certified lab. Results come online in days, with a clinician available if anything is positive. Same labs as a clinic, no waiting room, and you can read how accurate at-home STD tests are before you order.
Want a free option first? The CDC-supported TakeMeHome program mails free at-home HIV self-test kits, and, in many areas, free STI kits, to your door, with no insurance or payment needed. The paid kits below add broader panels and faster turnaround.
In-home collection
Quest Diagnostics
$79 & up
Panel:
8-infection panel incl. chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis, hepatitis & herpes: single tests too
Sample:
Quest Mobile: a phlebotomist collects your sample at home
Every kit uses CLIA-certified labs. At-home testing is for screening; a reactive result should be confirmed and treated by a clinician. Prices and panels shown are illustrative and change often, confirm current details on the provider's site.
Also in the area
Other CLIA-certified labs near Acevedo, PR
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Las Marías Municipio, each lab's town is shown on its card below. Many test through a doctor's order or by appointment rather than walk-in, so call ahead to confirm STD/STI testing and availability before visiting.
CDT LAS Marias
Km 53, Hm 7, Carr 119, Bo Furnias, Las Marias, PR 00670
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Acevedo. A CLIA certificate records only that a laboratory is federally certified — it does not confirm the site performs STD testing, nor its hours, price or access. Inclusion is not an endorsement; always call to verify.
Local clinicians
Clinicians near Acevedo, PR who may help arrange STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 312 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Acevedo. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 16 offer telehealth.
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Brenda Orta, MD
Family medicine · 81 Ave Matias Brugman, Las Marias
These are registry-listed clinicians, not dedicated STD-testing clinics. CMS records do not independently verify current licensure, testing services, availability, price, or new-patient status. Confirm each detail before booking. Source: CMS Doctors & Clinicians.
Nearby pharmacies
Pharmacies near Acevedo, PR
Compare the pharmacies closest to Acevedo, PR. Contact a location directly to confirm pharmacy-counter hours, services, prices, and product availability before visiting.
Directory records identify nearby pharmacies. Service, stock, price, and hours information is shown only when supported by current location-specific evidence.
Prevention & treatment
PrEP, prevention & online treatment
Testing is one step. For residents of Acevedo, telehealth covers the rest: HIV-prevention medication (PrEP) and DoxyPEP to lower future risk, and discreet online treatment if a result comes back positive. All prescribed by licensed U.S. clinicians.
PrEP & DoxyPEP
Q Care Plus
From $0 insured
Telehealth PrEP & DoxyPEP with at-home testing and ongoing monitoring
Pricing varies by insurance and changes often, confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a substitute for emergency care.
STD stats & rates
STDs & HIV in Las Marías Municipio: the local picture
How reported STI rates in Las Marías Municipio, the municipio that includes Acevedo, compare with Puerto Rico and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
#32
#32 of 78 Puerto Rico counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 59% of the state
Reported STD rates per 100,000, Las Marías Municipio vs Puerto Rico vs U.S.
Las Marías MunicipioPuerto RicoU.S.▲▼ = Las Marías Municipio vs the state average
Infection
Las Marías Municipio
Puerto Rico
United States
Chlamydia
149.913 cases▼ 8%
162.1
492.2
Gonorrhea
—
37
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
—
13.6
15.8
Syphilis (early)
—
19.6
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
—
15.6
29.5
Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. These figures are the latest available surveillance estimates. Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown.
Reading these numbers: reported case rates only count infections that were actually tested for and diagnosed, so they track local screening effort as much as true spread: a higher rate can reflect more testing, a lower one less. Either way, most STIs cause no symptoms, so treat the figures above as context rather than a verdict, and test on the CDC's schedule regardless of how your area looks.
Reported STD rates in Las Marías Municipio over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 226% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Las Marías Municipio, chlamydia has risen from 67.6 to 149.9 per 100,000 (122%), and gonorrhea has risen from 11.3 to 11.5 per 100,000 (2%).
The 2020 dip reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis).
Community health context
What shapes testing access in and around Acevedo, PR
Primary-care shortage score 20 / 26
Medically Underserved Area
Sources: CDC PLACES (ZIP), County Health Rankings, CDC/ATSDR SVI, HRSA HPSA, HRSA MUA/P, Neighborhood Atlas ADI. Lower insurance coverage, fewer routine checkups, and a thin primary-care ratio all raise the value of low-cost public clinics and at-home testing in Las Marías Municipio.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Las Marías Municipio (2023)
People living with HIV
157 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
52
Las Marías Municipio HIV care continuum (2023)
Las Marías Municipio recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 13.5 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Las Marías Municipio residents living with HIV, 75% are in care · 75% are virally suppressed. Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers: it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.
Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AtlasPlus · CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county care continuum). The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once: every lab and clinic listed above offers HIV testing, and free rapid HIV testing is available at a local health department.
Pregnant or planning to be?Congenital syphilis is the fastest-rising STI: what to test, and when
Congenital syphilis, passed from parent to baby in pregnancy, is the fastest-rising STI in the country. U.S. cases climbed from 2,163 in 2020 to 3,882 in 2023. It is almost entirely preventable: the CDC recommends a syphilis test at the first prenatal visit, and every clinic and lab listed for Las Marías Municipio tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
Compiled and checked by EasySTD's editorial team against CDC and public-health sources. This is educational information, not a substitute for advice from a licensed clinician. Our editorial guidelines →
Living in Acevedo, the daily commute often means relying on a car to navigate the rural roads that crisscross the Las Marías Municipio. For many residents, this means sacrificing some precious time during the week to drive to the nearest clinic, a 30-minute detour from their usual route along Highway 52. This drive can be a significant barrier to getting tested, especially for those with tight work schedules or long hours.
As a result, many residents face pressure to balance work and family responsibilities with the need to prioritize their health. The cost of renting a house in Acevedo, with an average rent of $800 per month, can be a strain on household budgets, leaving little room for unexpected expenses like medical bills.
Given the challenges of accessing healthcare in Acevedo, it's essential to consider the role that convenient, low-friction STI testing can play in supporting the health and well-being of the community. By providing accessible testing options, we can empower young adults in Acevedo to take control of their health and make informed decisions about their relationships.
Getting there
How residents reach STD testing in Acevedo, PR
Walkability2.47 / 20 · Least walkable
At 2.47/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Acevedo generally mean driving: plan on a car or rideshare to reach a clinic, and check each listing's hours and phone before you go.
Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.
Acevedo sits in Las Marías Municipio, ZIP 670. Local context that shapes where residents test:
Local landmarks
Cerro Herencia
Cerro Valladares
Cerro Yaitini
Cerro Tirano
Cerro Plan Bonito
Cerro Goden
Neighborhoods & communities
Maravilla Este
Maravilla Norte
Las Marías
Buena Vista
Santa Rosa
Guacio
Las Juanitas
Mirabales
Nearby cities & towns
STD testing near Acevedo, PR
Just outside Acevedo? These nearby communities have their own testing guides: clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
STD testing in Acevedo, PR: screening, costs & privacy
Everything to know before you test in Las Marías Municipio: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Puerto Rico law. If you have symptoms right now, our confidential symptom checker maps them to the tests worth considering.
Who should test, and whenCDC screening schedule + each infection's detection window
Who should get tested, and how often
Based on current CDC screening recommendations.
Group
Tests
How often
Everyone aged 13–64
HIV
At least once
Sexually active women under 25
Chlamydia, gonorrhea
Every year
Women 25+ with new or multiple partners
Chlamydia, gonorrhea
Every year
Pregnant people
HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B & C, chlamydia
Early in pregnancy
Gay & bisexual men (MSM)
Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV
Every 3–6 months
Anyone who shares injection equipment
HIV, hepatitis B & C
At least yearly
All adults at least once
Hepatitis C
At least once
When to test: STD detection windows
Testing too early can return a false negative, confirm timing with an Acevedo-area provider.
What each STD test costsMedicare reference prices per lab test, a benchmark before you pay out of pocket
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the community health centers serving Acevedo often test free or on a sliding scale; private labs and at-home kits bundle several tests into one fee. Use this as a per-test benchmark before you pay out of pocket, or see the full guide to STD test costs for insurance, free, and at-home options.
Test
Reference price
CPT / HCPCS
Chlamydia (NAAT)
$47.80
87491
Gonorrhea (NAAT)
$47.80
87591
Trichomoniasis (NAAT)
$47.76
87661
HIV-1/2 antigen/antibody
$26.87
87389
HIV-1/2 antibody
$22.44
86703
Syphilis (RPR/VDRL)
$5.61
86592
Syphilis (treponemal antibody)
$17.49
86780
Herpes (HSV NAAT)
$47.76
87529
Hepatitis B surface antigen
$15.33
87340
Hepatitis C antibody
$29.16
86803
Source: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule, CMS, 2025 rates (data.cms.gov). Reference rate for the lab assay only: a clinic visit, sample collection, or a bundled multi-test panel may cost more. Medicaid and most insurers cover STD screening at no out-of-pocket cost.
Confidentiality & consent in Puerto RicoMinor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately
Two things that actually depend on Puerto Rico law: who can consent, and whether partners can be treated without their own visit. Everything else about testing privately is the same nationwide (see below).
Can a minor consent on their own?
In Puerto Rico, public health clinics provide confidential STI testing and treatment; ask the clinic directly about consent requirements for minors.
Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)
Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) is potentially allowable in Puerto Rico: it is not expressly authorized, but not prohibited either. Ask your provider whether they will prescribe treatment for a partner without a separate visit.
Keeping a test private works the same in every state. Whether an STD test shows on insurance (the EOB), how to test anonymously, and self-pay options that leave no insurance trail don’t change by location.
