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STD Testing in Balsam Lake, WI: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Gonorrhea reports in Polk County run about 91% lower than the national average. Whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, you can choose between visiting a clinic with a provider or using an at-home kit for flexible sampling.

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STD testing near Balsam Lake, WI

6 testing options are listed for Balsam Lake, WI. The nearest, Polk County Health Department, is about 0.8 miles away. Compare 2 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 0.8 miles

Polk County Health Department

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Rated 4 out of 5 from 65 reviews

Polk County Health Department in Balsam Lake tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, with both rapid and conventional HIV options, on a sliding-scale fee that adjusts to income, Medicaid accepted. Bacterial infections are treated same visit; no appointment required.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 180 Balsam Lake, WI 54810
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website
Community health center 14.9 miles

NorthLakes--Turtle Lake

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 41 reviews

NorthLakes--Turtle Lake, in Turtle Lake, earns its federal qualification by anchoring care for residents who pay out of pocket, lack coverage, or simply need a nearby option. Sliding-scale fees bring syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia screening within reach, and no appointment is required to get started.

Sliding-scale
Address
730 Swede, Turtle Lake, WI 54889
Website
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Labcorp at Walgreens

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Rated 2.7 out of 5 from 34 reviews
Address
3700 Silver Lake Road Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55421 47.3 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 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

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Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 142 reviews
Address
5255 East River Road, Fridley, MN 55421 48.5 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

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Rated 2.5 out of 5 from 234 reviews
Address
2716 East 82nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55425 56.4 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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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 2.6 out of 5 from 61 reviews
Address
6545 France Ave South, Edina, MN 55435 58.2 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • 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 Balsam Lake, WI

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.

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At-home STD testing in Balsam Lake, WI

The nearest testing center is less than a mile away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Balsam Lake, 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 Balsam Lake, WI

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

  • Unity Clinic

    1504 190th Avenue, Balsam Lake, WI 54810

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
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  • Clear Lake Clinic

    357 3rd Avenue, Clear Lake, WI 54005

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
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  • Ladd Memorial Hospital

    2600 65th Avenue, Osceola, WI 54020

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · COLA

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 230 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Balsam Lake. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 96 offer telehealth.

  • Melissa Hall, MD

    Family medicine · 1504 190th Avenue, Balsam Lake

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  • James Young, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 750 East Louisiana Street, Saint Croix Falls

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  • Michael Tiffany, DO

    OB-GYN · 744 East Louisiana Street, Saint Croix Falls

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  • Laura Krueger, MD

    Family medicine · 205 Oak Street West, Frederic

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  • James Wallace, MD

    Internal medicine · 12375 Lindstrom Lane, Lindstrom

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  • Rebecca Hanson, DO Telehealth

    Internal medicine · 11725 Stinson Avenue, Chisago City

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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 Balsam Lake, WI

No pharmacy near Balsam Lake, WI 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.

Showing the 4 closest pharmacies to Balsam Lake, WI.

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 Balsam Lake, 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 Polk County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Polk County, the county that includes Balsam Lake, compare with Wisconsin and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~23% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#44 of 72 Wisconsin counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 39% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Polk County vs Wisconsin vs U.S.

Polk County Wisconsin U.S. ▲▼ = Polk County vs the state average
Infection Polk County Wisconsin United States
Chlamydia
174.8 80 cases ▼ 59%
422.8 492.2
Gonorrhea
15.3 7 cases ▼ 87%
118.5 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
2.2 1 cases ▼ 76%
9.1 15.8
Syphilis (early)
4.4 2 cases ▼ 29%
6.2 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
4.4 2 cases ▼ 70%
14.7 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 Polk County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 16% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 100 200 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Polk County, chlamydia has fallen from 182.3 to 174.8 per 100,000 (4%), gonorrhea has fallen from 15.6 to 15.3 per 100,000 (2%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 6.6 to 2.2 per 100,000 (67%).

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 Balsam Lake, WI

Adults uninsured
7.4%
No routine checkup
21.4%
No transportation
6.2%
Binge drinking
17.8%
Frequent mental distress
14.9%
Depression
22.5%
Below poverty line
8.2%
Primary-care ratio
1,262 : 1
Polk County
  • Primary-care shortage score 15 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 58.7
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 7th 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 Polk County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Polk County (2023)

People living with HIV
48 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
53

Polk County HIV care continuum (2023)

Polk County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 5.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Polk County residents living with HIV, 84.2% are in care · 84.2% 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 Polk County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Balsam Lake, WI

Balsam Lake's economy rests on the work of people who stay: loggers, small-business owners, folks in trades and manufacturing who build lives here across decades. That stability is real, and so is the financial tightness many households face. For young adults in and around Balsam Lake, confidential STI testing fits into the practical care they need without adding burden. The clinics and providers listed on this page offer screening that doesn't require explanation or advance planning, with costs scaled to match what residents actually earn. The Polk County Museum reflects the town's investment in its own story; that same sense of continuity shapes how health services work here.

People stay rooted, which means they want care that's both accessible and genuinely private. Testing results remain confidential by law and practice, a fact that matters when you know your neighbors and plan to keep living in the same community. Routine screening is a straightforward health choice, especially for those in their late teens through thirties when sexual health changes most often. Whether you're between partners, in a new relationship, or simply keeping yourself informed, testing in Balsam Lake is available without judgment, cost barriers, or unnecessary delays.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Balsam Lake, WI

Walkability 6.46 / 20 · Below average

At 6.46/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Balsam Lake 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 Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, EasySTD

ZIP 54810 snapshot

Residents
2,911
Median age
46.8
Median income
$66,842

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 54810 area around Balsam Lake: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Balsam Lake alone.

Balsam Lake sits in Polk County, ZIP 54810. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Polk County Museum

Reference

STD testing in Balsam Lake, WI: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Polk County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Wisconsin 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 a Balsam Lake-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 Balsam Lake 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 Wisconsin

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

Two things that actually depend on Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin, 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)

Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin

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 Balsam Lake, WI

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Balsam Lake, WI?

Yes, several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.

How much does STD testing cost near Balsam Lake, WI?

Free at public clinics. Private labs run about $24 for one test and $139 for a full panel; at-home kits are $49+.

Where can I get tested for free near Balsam Lake, WI?

Public health clinics nearby provide free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Balsam Lake, WI?

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

How common is chlamydia in Polk County?

Polk County reported ~175 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Wisconsin average.

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

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

How long do results take near Balsam Lake, WI?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

Is there an at-home STD test for Balsam Lake, WI?

At-home kits mail to 54810: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

Clinic or at-home test, which is better near Balsam Lake, WI?

Clinics give immediate care and treatment; home kits win on convenience and discretion. Either works.

Is STD testing part of prenatal care?

Pregnancy screening is standard; ask about an early-pregnancy STI panel.

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