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STD Testing in Arion, IA: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

The reported rate of syphilis in Crawford County Iowa runs about 61% lower than the US average. Whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening in Arion, Iowa, options around you range from walk-in clinics to scheduled labs or at-home kits.

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STD testing near Arion, IA

4 testing options are listed for Arion, IA. The nearest, Crawford County Community Health, is about 7.3 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.

Closest to you 7.3 miles

Crawford County Community Health

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Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 4 reviews

Crawford County Community Health in Denison covers gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and rapid HIV testing at no charge, with a sliding-scale fee structure and Medicaid and private insurance accepted. Appointments are required, and same-visit treatment is available for bacterial infections.

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Zero-Dollar Care Across Every Service Line

The no-fee guarantee at Crawford County Community Health extends past the HIV test to every service on the menu: gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HPV vaccination, hepatitis A and B vaccination, and STI treatment. That single fee structure means sliding-scale calculations never apply here, because the floor is already zero.

Spanish Is a Full Clinical Language Here

Spanish is one of the two languages Crawford County Community Health operates in directly, which means clinical conversations about testing, results, and treatment happen in Spanish without routing through a secondary service. For a community where Spanish is the first language of daily life, that capacity shapes what a visit can actually accomplish.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
105 North Main Street, Denison, IA 51442
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website
Community health center 7.4 miles

St Anthony Regional Hospital and Nursing Home

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 5 reviews

A community safety-net rural health clinic about 7 miles from Arion. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
1820 4th Avenue South, Denison, IA 51442
Website
Community health center 9.6 miles

Alegent Health Community Memorial Hospital of Missouri Valley

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 318 reviews

A public safety-net rural health clinic about 10 miles from Arion. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
704 Iowa Avenue, Dunlap, IA 51529
Website
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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 188 reviews
Address
10020 Nicholas Street, Omaha, NE 68114 56.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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When can I test? Exposure-window calculator

Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.

Detection windows for every STI
Infection Earliest reliable test Conclusive after
Chlamydia 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Gonorrhea 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Trichomoniasis 7 days after exposure 28 days after exposure
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10 days after exposure 33 days after exposure
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18 days after exposure 45 days after exposure
HIV (antibody) 21 days after exposure 84 days after exposure
Syphilis 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis B 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis C 56 days after exposure 77 days after exposure
Herpes (HSV) 28 days after exposure 112 days after exposure

Guidance only, confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.

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What will it cost? Estimate your STD test

Typical out-of-pocket ranges by option, actual cost depends on which tests you need.

  • Public / community clinic

    Free HIV testing is common

    $0–$25

  • Private lab (self-pay)

    Never billed to insurance

    $24–$200

  • At-home kit

    Mailed to your door, private

    From $49

  • Doctor / urgent care

    Often $0 preventive with insurance

    $0–$50 copay

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More ways to get tested in Arion, IA

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.

Test from home

At-home STD testing in Arion, IA

The nearest testing center is about 7 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Arion, 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 (opens in a new tab) 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.

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 Arion, IA

Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Crawford County, 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.

  • Crawford County Memorial Hospital

    100 Medical Parkway, Denison, IA 51442

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Arion. 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 Arion, IA who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 19 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Arion. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit.

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 Arion, IA

No pharmacy near Arion, IA publishes an STD-related service or holds a current CLIA testing certificate, so these are simply the closest. Contact a location directly to confirm counter hours, services, prices, and availability before visiting.

  • Walmart Pharmacy 7.1 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Thrifty White Drug

    7.3 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Hy-Vee Pharmacy (1124)

    7.3 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Hy-Vee Pharmacy

    7.4 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Dunlap Family Pharmacy

    9.7 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Community Pharmacy of Dunlap

    9.7 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Arion, IA.

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 Arion, 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.

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 Crawford County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Crawford County, the county that includes Arion, compare with Iowa and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~7% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#19 of 99 Iowa counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 81% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Crawford County vs Iowa vs U.S.

Crawford County Iowa U.S. ▲▼ = Crawford County vs the state average
Infection Crawford County Iowa United States
Chlamydia
399.7 64 cases ▼ 6%
426.8 492.2
Gonorrhea
68.7 11 cases ▼ 41%
116.8 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
6.2 1 cases ▼ 40%
10.3 15.8
Syphilis (early)
6.2 1 cases ▼ 33%
9.2 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
18.7 3 cases ▲ 89%
9.9 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 Crawford County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 13% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 225 450 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Crawford County, chlamydia has risen from 254.2 to 399.7 per 100,000 (57%), gonorrhea has fallen from 78.7 to 68.7 per 100,000 (13%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 12.4 to 6.2 per 100,000 (50%).

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 Arion, IA

Adults uninsured
7.6%
No routine checkup
21.1%
No transportation
6.5%
Binge drinking
20%
Frequent mental distress
15.9%
Depression
19.2%
Below poverty line
10.1%
Primary-care ratio
5,398 : 1
Crawford County
  • Primary-care shortage score 16 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 59
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 76th percentile nationally

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 Crawford County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Crawford County (2023)

People living with HIV
99 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
45

Crawford County HIV care continuum (2022)

Crawford County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 5.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Crawford County residents living with HIV, 91.7% are in care · 91.7% 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 AHEAD · 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 Crawford County tests for syphilis.

Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).

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About Arion, IA

East Fulton Street runs through the heart of Arion, and the clinics and urgent care centers that serve the town sit within easy reach of residents seeking STI testing. Young adults in their late teens through thirties, a meaningful presence here, often have questions about screening that feel private, and testing in and around Arion is designed to keep those conversations between you and the healthcare provider, with no information shared beyond what medical care requires. The testing sites listed on this page offer the straightforward approach many people need: walk in, get tested, receive results without delay or unnecessary complications.

Arion's small size means you know the landscape well enough to find care quickly, whether that's a routine check before a new relationship or a precaution after a specific concern. Confidentiality isn't negotiable in health care, it's the law, and the providers here understand that screening is a normal part of staying well. Whether you're born and raised in Crawford County or newer to Arion, testing is available without judgment, and results are yours alone.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Arion, IA

Walkability 4.62 / 20 · Least walkable

At 4.62/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Arion 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.

Map of 4 STD & STI testing locations in Arion, Iowa, EasySTD

ZIP 51528 snapshot

Residents
604
Median age
52.1
Median income
$69,000

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 51528 area around Arion: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Arion alone.

Arion sits in Crawford County, ZIP 51528. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Major routes

  • US 30 (East Fulton Street)

Reference

STD testing in Arion, IA: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Crawford County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Iowa law. If you have symptoms right now, our confidential symptom checker maps them to the tests worth considering.

Who should test, and when

CDC screening schedule + each infection's detection window

Who should get tested, and how often

Based on current CDC screening recommendations.

GroupTestsHow 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 Arion-area provider.

InfectionEarliest reliable testSample
Chlamydia 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Gonorrhea 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Trichomoniasis 1–4 weeks Urine or swab
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10–33 days Blood
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18–45 days Blood
HIV (antibody) 3–12 weeks Blood / oral
Syphilis 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis B 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis C 8–11 weeks Blood
Herpes (HSV) 4–16 weeks (antibody); swab a sore Blood / swab
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What each STD test costs

Medicare 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 Arion 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.

TestReference priceCPT / 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 Iowa

Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately

Two things that actually depend on Iowa 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 Iowa, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own; a parent may be notified only in the case of a positive HIV test result.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

Iowa permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication (or a prescription) to pass to your partner, no separate exam or appointment needed for them.

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.

Learn more about confidential STD testing in Iowa

Source: Guttmacher Institute, Minors' Access to STI Services; CDC, Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy. General information, not legal advice.

Good to Know

STD testing FAQs for Arion, IA

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many testing options are within 30 miles of Arion, IA?

3 testing options are within 30 miles of Arion, IA.

What does STD testing cost around Arion, IA?

Public clinics are free; private labs ~$24–$139, at-home kits $49+.

Is there free STD testing near Arion, IA?

Yes, Crawford County Community Health (7.3 mi) offers free testing, and public clinics serve the uninsured.

Which tests are offered near Arion, IA?

Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Herpes, Trichomoniasis, a full panel covers the common ones.

How common is chlamydia in Crawford County?

About 400 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Iowa average.

How long do results take near Arion, IA?

Lab results typically come back in 1–2 days.

Can someone under 18 get tested in Iowa without a parent?

In Iowa, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.

Should both partners test for chlamydia?

Yes, partners should test and be treated together to avoid passing it back and forth.

How do at-home STD kits work near Arion, IA?

You self-collect a sample at home, mail it in, and view results online, no clinic visit needed.

I tested positive, what are the next steps?

Start treatment, tell recent partners so they can test, avoid sex until cleared, and retest if advised, most STIs resolve with care.

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