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STD Testing in Buckholts, TX: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Syphilis in Milam County is reported about 71% higher than the US average. If you've had a recent risk or test regularly, you can weigh convenient clinics in Buckholts, Texas, that may bill insurance, against private labs where you might pay a flat fee. We list your options below.

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STD testing near Buckholts, TX

5 testing options are listed for Buckholts, TX. The nearest, Milam County Health Department, is about 9.1 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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Milam County Health Department

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 reviews

Milam County Health Department in Cameron tests for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hepatitis C on a sliding-scale fee accepted by Medicaid and Medicare, with no appointment required, and clinical services are staffed to run in Spanish.

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Spanish Is a Clinical Staffing Decision

Care at Milam County Health Department is delivered by Spanish-speaking staff directly: counseling, treatment instruction, and medication adherence education happen in Spanish as a function of how the clinic is staffed, not patched in after the fact.

Hepatitis C Joins the Standard Bacterial Panel

Beyond gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, the clinic runs hepatitis C testing as part of its standing panel: meaning the antibody screen is ordered and processed through the same visit, with hepatitis A and B vaccines also available on-site.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
908 North Crockett, Suite C Cameron, TX 76520
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday Closed
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 103 reviews
Address
2668 South 31st Street, Temple, TX 76502 19.6 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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Clinical Pathology Labs

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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 19 reviews
Address
1905 Southwest H. K. Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76549 20.1 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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Clinical Pathology Labs

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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 153 reviews
Address
3010 Williams Drive, Georgetown, TX 78628 36.6 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

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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 85 reviews
Address
4402 Williams Drive, Georgetown, TX 78628 37.4 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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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 Buckholts, TX

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 Buckholts, TX

The nearest testing center is about 9 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Buckholts, 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 Buckholts, TX who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 488 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Buckholts. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 246 offer telehealth.

  • Robyn Fader, MD

    Internal medicine · 101 Lafferty Avenue, Cameron

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  • Adil Nicolwala, MD

    Family medicine · 1701 Pecos Avenue, Rockdale

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  • Jay Mckenna, MD

    Family medicine · 4901 South 31st Street, Temple

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  • Matthew Auman, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 4901 South 31st Street, Temple

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  • Paul Bahal, MD

    Family medicine · 2401 South 31st Street, Temple

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  • Abigail Smith, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 2401 South 31st St Building, Temple

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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 Buckholts, TX

No pharmacy near Buckholts, TX 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.

  • CVS Pharmacy 8.4 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsMinuteClinic STI careHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
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  • Dusek Pharmacy

    9.2 mi
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  • Baylor Scott & White Pharmacy

    10 mi
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  • Rosebud Pharmacy

    16 mi
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  • Walmart Pharmacy 17 mi
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  • Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy

    17 mi
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Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Buckholts, TX.

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 Buckholts, 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 Milam County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Milam County, the county that includes Buckholts, compare with Texas and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~24% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#81 of 254 Texas counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 68% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Milam County vs Texas vs U.S.

Milam County Texas U.S. ▲▼ = Milam County vs the state average
Infection Milam County Texas United States
Chlamydia
381.5 99 cases ▼ 22%
491.9 492.2
Gonorrhea
100.2 26 cases ▼ 43%
176.4 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
27 7 cases ▲ 80%
15 15.8
Syphilis (early)
27 7 cases ▲ 2%
26.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
23.1 6 cases ▼ 48%
44.3 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 Milam County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 9% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 200 400 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Milam County, chlamydia has risen from 367.6 to 381.5 per 100,000 (4%), gonorrhea has fallen from 133.3 to 100.2 per 100,000 (25%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 32.3 to 27 per 100,000 (16%).

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 Buckholts, TX

Adults uninsured
16.4%
No routine checkup
23.7%
Binge drinking
16%
Frequent mental distress
16%
Depression
21.7%
Below poverty line
21.1%
Primary-care ratio
25,106 : 1
Milam County
  • Primary-care shortage score 14 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 57
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 80th 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 Milam County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Milam County (2023)

People living with HIV
224 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
110

Milam County HIV care continuum (2020)

Milam County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2020), against 20.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Milam County residents living with HIV, 78.7% are in care · 68.1% 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 Milam County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Buckholts, TX

Buckholts draws people who work the land and tend livestock, labor that shapes the rhythm of the year and the bonds between neighbors. That same openness to regular upkeep, to staying ahead of what matters, extends to health. STI screening is routine preventive care, and the clinics and providers listed on this page serve the area with straightforward testing and confidential results that stay private between you and your provider. Young adults in Buckholts (those just starting out, building lives, or finding their footing) benefit from knowing their status with clarity and without fanfare. Testing happens quietly; the clinic staff understand that you came for a reason, and they don't ask for explanations beyond what's medically necessary.

Same-day or quick-turnaround results mean you're not left wondering. The Buckholts SPJST Lodge Hall and the wider community reflect a place where people show up for what needs doing. That practicality applies to health screening too. Whether you have symptoms, want reassurance, or are simply due for a check-in, the providers in and around Buckholts handle testing with the same no-nonsense approach the town itself embodies.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Buckholts, TX

Walkability 3.19 / 20 · Least walkable

At 3.19/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Buckholts 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 Buckholts, Texas, EasySTD

ZIP 76518 snapshot

Residents
1,290
Median age
40.6
Median income
$57,500

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 76518 area around Buckholts: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Buckholts alone.

Buckholts sits in Milam County, ZIP 76518. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Buckholts SPJST Lodge Hall

Reference

STD testing in Buckholts, TX: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Texas 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 Texas, 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)

Texas 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 Texas

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 Buckholts, TX

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Can I get tested near Rockdale, TX instead?

Possibly, Rockdale, TX is close; compare it by distance against Milam County Health Department.

What does STD testing cost around Buckholts, TX?

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

Where's free HIV testing around Buckholts, TX?

Public clinics nearby offer free HIV testing.

Which tests are offered near Buckholts, TX?

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

How common is chlamydia in Milam County?

About 382 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Texas average.

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

In Texas, 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 Buckholts, TX?

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.

Is drug-resistant gonorrhea a concern?

Resistance is rising, which is why the CDC advises a particular treatment; don't self-treat, get tested and treated correctly.

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