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STD Testing in Atwood, CO: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Syphilis cases in Logan County run about 70% lower than the national average. In Atwood, Colorado, there are options for both one-time concerns and regular check-ups. Public clinics keep costs down, while private labs and at-home kits offer different trade-offs.

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STD testing near Atwood, CO

6 testing options are listed for Atwood, CO. The nearest, Salud Family Health Centers, is about 5.1 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 5.1 miles

Salud Family Health Centers

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Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 48 reviews

Salud Family Health Centers in Sterling runs appointment-based STI care through a family practice that covers gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV testing alongside TB screening, same-visit bacterial treatment, and HPV, hepatitis A, and hepatitis B vaccines. All on a sliding-scale fee.

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Every Fee Scales to Zero Here

Salud's sliding-scale structure bottoms out at no charge: meaning the full service menu, from TB testing and STI treatment to HPV vaccination, is available at zero cost for those who qualify. No service is carved out from that floor.

Spanish-Language Care Shapes Clinical Conversations

Spanish is available as a direct clinical language at Salud, not a supplemental service, which means symptom history, prevention counseling, and HIV test results can be discussed with the same fluency and nuance as any other part of the visit.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
1410 South 7th Avenue, Sterling, CO 80751
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website
Community health center 5.2 miles

Sterling Regional Medcenter

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Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 110 reviews

A community safety-net rural health clinic about 5 miles from Atwood. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
615 Fairhurst Street, Sterling, CO 80751
Website
Highest rated 5.4 miles

Northeast Colorado Health Department

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 4 reviews

Northeast Colorado Health Department in Sterling pairs gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis testing with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections when results warrant it, HIV testing included, on a sliding-scale fee schedule that accepts Medicaid and private insurance. Appointments are required.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
700 Columbine Street, Sterling, CO 80751
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
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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
No ratings yet
Address
4548 Centerplace Drive, Greeley, CO 78.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

Results in 1–2 days
No ratings yet
Address
2126 Milestone Drive, Fort Collins, CO 92.6 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 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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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
No ratings yet
Address
1426 East Harmony Road, Fort Collins, CO 93.3 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 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 Atwood, CO

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 Atwood, CO

The nearest testing center is about 5 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Atwood, 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.

Local clinicians

Clinicians near Atwood, CO who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 23 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Atwood. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 2 offer telehealth.

  • Daniel Lambrecht, MD Telehealth

    Internal medicine · 620 Iris Drive, Sterling

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  • Charles Gerk, MD

    Family medicine · 1405 South 8th Avenue, Sterling

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  • Ronald Schwindt, DO

    Family medicine · 1405 South 8th Avenue, Sterling

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  • Frederick Workman, DO

    Internal medicine · 615 Fairhurst Street, Sterling

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  • Timothy Bresnahan, MD

    Internal medicine · 615 Fairhurst Street, Sterling

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  • Emily Lacount, DO

    Family medicine · 102 Hays Avenue, Sterling

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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 Atwood, CO

No pharmacy near Atwood, CO 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 5.6 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
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  • Walker Pharmacy

    6.0 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Walgreens 6.1 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
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  • Barnes Pharmacy

    6.2 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Lorenzo Apothecary

    6.2 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Atwood, CO.

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 Atwood, 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 Logan County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Logan County, the county that includes Atwood, compare with Colorado and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~29% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#38 of 64 Colorado counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 41% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Logan County vs Colorado vs U.S.

Logan County Colorado U.S. ▲▼ = Logan County vs the state average
Infection Logan County Colorado United States
Chlamydia
223.1 46 cases ▼ 49%
435.1 492.2
Gonorrhea
53.3 11 cases ▼ 59%
128.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
4.8 1 cases ▼ 70%
16 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 10.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
9.7 2 cases ▼ 66%
28.4 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 Logan County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 31% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 175 350 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Logan County, chlamydia has fallen from 297.3 to 223.1 per 100,000 (25%), gonorrhea has risen from 27.9 to 53.3 per 100,000 (91%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 4.6 to 4.8 per 100,000 (4%).

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 Atwood, CO

Adults uninsured
10.2%
No routine checkup
25.3%
Binge drinking
15%
Frequent mental distress
16.5%
Depression
23.7%
Below poverty line
4.6%
Primary-care ratio
1,535 : 1
Logan County
  • Primary-care shortage score 12 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 61.9
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 60th 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 Logan County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Logan County (2023)

People living with HIV
212 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
61

Logan County HIV care continuum (2023)

Logan County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 9.6 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Logan County residents living with HIV, 72.2% are in care · 66.7% 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 Logan County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Atwood, CO

Along US Highway 6, the quiet town of Atwood unfolds, its residents going about their daily lives in a community where nearly three-quarters of homes are owner-occupied. This sense of stability is reflected in the fact that almost half of adults are married, and the average household is small, with just over two people per home.

The local workforce is a significant part of the town's fabric, with a strong labor-force participation rate. However, for those earning higher incomes, the numbers are more modest, and unemployment affects a notable portion of the population. For residents who rent their homes, which is about a quarter of the population, managing expenses can be a challenge. The cost of living can be a concern, especially for younger adults still forming relationships, who may prioritize their spending carefully.

In this context, having easy access to low-cost, convenient testing can make a big difference, particularly for those with busy schedules or limited financial flexibility. For the many homeowners and families in Atwood, finding affordable healthcare options can be a relief, and may be especially important for those who are uninsured or underinsured, who may face significant costs for medical care.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Atwood, CO

Walkability 7.8 / 20 · Below average

At 7.8/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Atwood 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 6 STD & STI testing locations in Atwood, Colorado, EasySTD

ZIP 80722 snapshot

Residents
481
Median age
41.7
Median income
$71,413

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 80722 area around Atwood: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Atwood alone.

Atwood sits in Logan County, ZIP 80722. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Major routes

  • US Highway 6

Reference

STD testing in Atwood, CO: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Logan County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Colorado 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 Atwood-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 Atwood 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 Colorado

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

Two things that actually depend on Colorado 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 Colorado, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own, no parental permission is required.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

Colorado 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 Colorado

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 Atwood, CO

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many places can I test near Atwood, CO?

There are 3 options within a 30-mile drive.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Atwood, CO?

Usually yes, it can be billed to insurance, or paid out of pocket at a flat rate.

Where can I get tested for free near Atwood, CO?

Salud Family Health Centers, about 5.1 mi away, provides free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Atwood, CO?

A full panel typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.

How common is chlamydia in Logan County?

Logan County reported ~223 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Colorado average.

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

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

Can a cold sore cause genital herpes?

It can; oral HSV-1 transmits to the genitals during oral sex.

How is trichomoniasis tested near Atwood, CO?

A urine test or swab finds trichomoniasis, one of the most treatable STIs.

Will an early test be wrong?

It can: too soon and a real infection may not show yet. Retest after the window to be sure.

What should I do after sexual assault?

Go to an ER or call RAINN (800-656-4673); they provide testing, PEP, and support right away.

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