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

Gonorrhea diagnoses in Dodge County are about 84% lower than the national average. Whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening in Brownsville, Wisconsin, consider that community and public clinics can be more affordable, while private labs often provide quicker results and more scheduling options. Options for STI testing in Brownsville, Wisconsin, are listed below.

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STD testing near Brownsville, WI

5 testing options are listed for Brownsville, WI. The nearest, Fond Du Lac County Health Department, is about 11.2 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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Fond Du Lac County Health Department

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Fond Du Lac County Health Department tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, rapid and conventional HIV, hepatitis C, and TB, treating bacterial STIs the same visit when results warrant it: walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed, and every service carries no fee.

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Every Service Here Runs at Zero Cost

Testing, treatment, vaccines, counseling. All of it is free at Fond Du Lac County Health Department. That means a patient leaving with same-visit gonorrhea or chlamydia treatment walks out without a bill to sort through afterward.

Spanish on Staff, Interpretation Beyond That

Spanish-language services are available directly at Fond Du Lac County Health Department, and interpretation extends to additional non-English languages beyond that, so the conversation about test results, vaccine schedules, or STI prevention happens in full, not in shorthand.

Hepatitis C and B Screening Alongside the Core Panel

Beyond gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV, Fond Du Lac County Health Department runs hepatitis C and hepatitis B tests as part of its standard menu, both at no cost, alongside TB testing and treatment, giving a clearer picture of bloodborne and respiratory exposure in a single visit.

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Address
160 South Macy Street, 3rd Floor Fond Du Lac, WI 54935
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
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ACL Laboratories

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Address
210 Wisconsin American Drive, Fond Du Lac, WI 54937 12.5 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 – 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
205 Valley Avenue, West Bend, WI 53095 19.1 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • 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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Address
140 East Water Street, West Bend, WI 53095 20.6 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Friday 8:00 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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ACL Laboratories

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Address
1100 Gateway Court, West Bend, WI 53095 21.5 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • 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 Brownsville, 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 Brownsville, WI

The nearest testing center is about 11 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Brownsville, 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 Brownsville, WI

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

  • Consultants Laboratory of WI

    130 Corporate Drive, Beaver Dam, WI 53916

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Beaver DAM Cboc

    215 Corporate Drive Suite D, Beaver Dam, WI 53916

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
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  • UW Health - Beaver DAM

    705 South University Ave Suite 200-Lab, Beaver Dam, WI 53916

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 242 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Brownsville. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 71 offer telehealth.

  • Punit Kumar, MD Telehealth

    Internal medicine · 360 South Mountin Drive, Mayville

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  • Heather Schmidt, DO

    Family medicine · 421 Camelot Drive, Fond Du Lac

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  • Nicholas Brahm, DO

    Family medicine · 140 Gateway Drive, Waupun

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  • Thanmayi Kaza, MD

    Family medicine · 265 South National Avenue, Fond Du Lac

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  • Sara Riegert, MD

    OB-GYN · 420 East Division Street, Fond Du Lac

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  • Robert Nagle, DO

    Family medicine · 420 East Division Street, Fond Du Lac

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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 Brownsville, WI

No pharmacy near Brownsville, 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.

  • Quad/Med

    2.7 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Marshland Drugs

    8.9 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Mayville Hometown Pharmacy

    9.0 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Shopko Stores Operating

    9.2 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Walgreens 9.8 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Brownsville, 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 Brownsville, 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 Dodge County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Dodge County, the county that includes Brownsville, compare with Wisconsin and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~26% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#13 of 72 Wisconsin counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 82% of the state

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

Dodge County Wisconsin U.S. ▲▼ = Dodge County vs the state average
Infection Dodge County Wisconsin United States
Chlamydia
325.3 287 cases ▼ 23%
422.8 492.2
Gonorrhea
28.3 25 cases ▼ 76%
118.5 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
7.9 7 cases ▼ 13%
9.1 15.8
Syphilis (early)
1.1 1 cases ▼ 82%
6.2 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
53.3 47 cases ▲ 263%
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 Dodge County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 25% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 200 400 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Dodge County, chlamydia has risen from 224.8 to 325.3 per 100,000 (45%), gonorrhea has fallen from 48.1 to 28.3 per 100,000 (41%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 1.1 to 7.9 per 100,000 (618%).

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 Brownsville, WI

Adults uninsured
7.6%
No routine checkup
21.3%
No transportation
6.5%
Binge drinking
19.4%
Frequent mental distress
16.4%
Depression
24.2%
Below poverty line
9.8%
Primary-care ratio
1,751 : 1
Dodge County
  • Primary-care shortage score 12 / 26
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 16th 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 Dodge County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Dodge County (2023)

People living with HIV
99 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
55

Dodge County HIV care continuum (2023)

Among Dodge County residents living with HIV, 74.7% are in care · 68% 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 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 Dodge County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Brownsville, WI

STD testing in Brownsville requires planning ahead. The nearest clinics that offer confidential screening are not in town itself: you'll need to travel to surrounding communities, which means factoring in distance and time. For residents weighing whether to get tested, that geography can feel like a real obstacle, especially if you work irregular hours or depend on someone else for a ride. Knowing your options in and around Brownsville listed on this page ahead of time makes the decision less daunting.

Young adults in Brownsville, those in their late teens through their thirties, often find themselves at a life stage where routine STI screening fits naturally into health care: starting new relationships, between partners, or simply as part of staying informed. Confidentiality matters acutely at that age, when a test result is nobody's business but yours. The clinics serving the area treat screening as standard medical care, not as judgment. Getting tested outside your immediate neighborhood can actually work in your favor.

You control who knows, and results remain between you and the provider. Once you've identified which clinic makes sense for your schedule and location, the actual process is straightforward: a single visit, minimal wait, and answers within days.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Brownsville, WI

Walkability 5.47 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.47/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Brownsville 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 Brownsville, Wisconsin, EasySTD

ZIP 53006 snapshot

Residents
1,974
Median age
42.2
Median income
$89,375

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 53006 area around Brownsville: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Brownsville alone.

Brownsville sits in Dodge County, ZIP 53006. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Lion's Park
  • Dale R Michels Memorial Park
  • North Hills Park
  • Sterr Park
  • Crystal Springs Park
  • Oak Springs Park

Major routes

  • WI 49 (State Highway 49)

Reference

STD testing in Brownsville, WI: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Dodge 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 Brownsville-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 Brownsville 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 Brownsville, WI

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

There's no clinic in Brownsville, WI, what now?

Nearest is Fond Du Lac County Health Department, about 11.2 mi away; 5 are within 30 miles. An at-home kit shipped to 53006 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 Brownsville, WI?

Fond Du Lac County Health Department, about 11.2 mi away, provides free testing.

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

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

How common is chlamydia in Dodge County?

Dodge County reported ~325 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Wisconsin average.

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

At-home kits mail to 53006: 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.

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.

Can gonorrhea have no symptoms?

Often, yes, especially throat and rectal infections, which is why site-specific testing matters.

What happens after a positive result?

Get treated, notify partners, pause sex until cleared, and follow up, the infection is manageable.

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