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STD Testing in Big Falls, WI: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Chlamydia rates in Waupaca County run about 74% lower than the US average. For a one-time concern, or regular check-ups in Big Falls, Wisconsin, you have options: community clinics may reduce costs or be free, while private labs typically deliver results faster and offer flexible scheduling. See the list below.

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STD testing near Big Falls, WI

5 testing options are listed for Big Falls, WI. The nearest, ThedaCare, is about 8.8 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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ThedaCare

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ThedaCare in Tigerton brings gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, rapid and conventional HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and TB testing together with STI treatment and HPV, hepatitis A, and hepatitis B vaccines: appointments required, fees billed through Medicaid, Medicare, or private insurance.

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Address
110 Cedar Street, Tigerton, WI 54486
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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ACL Laboratories

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Address
W3985 County Rd Nn, De Pere, WI 54115 39.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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ACL Laboratories

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Address
1500 Arbor Way, Kaukauna, WI 54130 42.6 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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ACL Laboratories

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Address
855 North Westhaven Drive, Oshkosh, WI 54904 45.8 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Employment Health Services

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Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 22 reviews
Address
721 Cardinal Lane, Green Bay, WI 54313 46.0 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:30 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 Big Falls, 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 Big Falls, WI

The nearest testing center is about 9 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Big Falls, 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 Big Falls, WI

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

  • Thedacare Medical Center - Waupaca

    800 Riverside Drive, Waupaca, WI 54981

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

  • TC FAM MED Clintonville

    370 South Main Street, Clintonville, WI 54929

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 153 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Big Falls. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 36 offer telehealth.

  • Paul Sletten, MD

    Family medicine · 160 South Chet Krause Drive, Iola

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  • Channing Wiersema, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 205 South Main Street, Iola

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  • Kim Erdmann, MD

    Internal medicine · 370 South Main Street, Clintonville

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  • Leon Veldhuizen, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 201 Liberty Drive, Wittenberg

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  • Noel Deep, MD

    Internal medicine · 604 South Webb Street, Wittenberg

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  • Joelle Wennlund, MD

    OB-GYN · 1660 Sue Alan Drive, Wittenberg

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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 Big Falls, WI

No pharmacy near Big Falls, 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.

  • Gwidt Pharmacy

    16 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 19 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 20 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Shree Laxmi Vinayak

    21 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 4 closest pharmacies to Big Falls, 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 Big Falls, 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 Waupaca County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Waupaca County, the county that includes Big Falls, compare with Wisconsin and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~2% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#59 of 72 Wisconsin counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 18% of the state

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

Waupaca County Wisconsin U.S. ▲▼ = Waupaca County vs the state average
Infection Waupaca County Wisconsin United States
Chlamydia
130.4 67 cases ▼ 69%
422.8 492.2
Gonorrhea
21.4 11 cases ▼ 82%
118.5 179.5
Syphilis (P&S) — no data 9.1 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 6.2 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
5.8 3 cases ▼ 61%
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 Waupaca County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 25% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 150 300 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Waupaca County, chlamydia has fallen from 258.6 to 130.4 per 100,000 (50%), gonorrhea has fallen from 34.7 to 21.4 per 100,000 (38%), and P&S syphilis has held roughly steady from 3.9 to 3.9 per 100,000.

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 Big Falls, WI

Adults uninsured
8.2%
No routine checkup
21.6%
No transportation
6.7%
Binge drinking
19.4%
Frequent mental distress
16.1%
Depression
23%
Below poverty line
15.1%
Primary-care ratio
1,719 : 1
Waupaca County
  • Primary-care shortage score 16 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 54.9
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 11th 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 Waupaca County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Waupaca County (2023)

People living with HIV
41 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
81

Waupaca County HIV care continuum (2022)

Waupaca County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 5.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Waupaca County residents living with HIV, 100% are in care · 88.2% 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 Waupaca County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Big Falls, WI

Driving out of Big Falls on a rural highway, the landscape stretches far and wide, a reflection of the area's expansive feel. For young adults in their late teens and twenties, this space can be both liberating and isolating, especially when it comes to navigating healthcare. Many residents in this age group are likely establishing their careers, building social networks, and forming relationships – all while managing the demands of daily life.

The community here is characterized by a strong presence of homeowners, with many residents putting down roots in the area. Household sizes tend to be small, and a significant portion of adults are married, but the labor-force participation rate suggests that many people are balancing work and personal responsibilities. For those who do rent, the cost can be a significant expense, and the lack of high-earning households means that many residents may be living on a tight budget.

As residents consider their priorities, convenient access to health services can easily take a backseat – especially when it's not easily accessible. In Big Falls, the reality is that many people may struggle to find the time or resources to prioritize their health. For those without comprehensive insurance or with limited financial flexibility, the cost of testing can be a significant burden, making it essential that residents have access to affordable and convenient options.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Big Falls, WI

Walkability 4.5 / 20 · Least walkable

At 4.5/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Big Falls 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 5 STD & STI testing locations in Big Falls, Wisconsin, EasySTD

ZIP 54950 snapshot

Residents
2,756
Median age
42.7
Median income
$65,815

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 54950 area around Big Falls: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Big Falls alone.

Reference

STD testing in Big Falls, WI: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Waupaca 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 Big Falls-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 Big Falls 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 Big Falls, WI

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

There's no clinic in Big Falls, WI, what now?

Nearest is ThedaCare, about 8.8 mi away; 1 is within 30 miles. An at-home kit shipped to 54950 also works.

Can I use Medicaid for testing?

Yes, Medicaid typically covers it, and public clinics are free either way.

Where can I get tested for free near Big Falls, WI?

Public health clinics nearby provide free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Big Falls, WI?

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

How common is chlamydia in Waupaca County?

Waupaca County reported ~130 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Wisconsin average.

Is there an at-home STD test for Big Falls, WI?

At-home kits mail to 54950: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

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 Big Falls, WI?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

Does the test site matter for gonorrhea?

Yes, site matters; oral/anal exposure needs a throat or rectal swab, which urine testing won't catch.

Does a negative test mean I'm safe?

Reassuring if you tested after the window, just retest if it was early, and screen again with new partners.

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