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STD Testing in Catalpa, AL: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

New HIV diagnoses in Pike County run about 80% higher than the US average. If you've had a recent risk or regularly test in Catalpa, Alabama, you might choose community or public clinics for lower cost, or private labs for quicker results and more scheduling flexibility. See the options below.

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Available testing centers

STD testing near Catalpa, AL

7 testing options are listed for Catalpa, AL. The nearest, Emedical Group, is about 9.4 miles away. Compare 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.

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Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 78 reviews

Address
10710 Chantilly Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36117 37.3 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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Labcorp

Labcorp

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Rated 2.7 out of 5 from 90 reviews

Address
225-A Winton Blount Loop, Montgomery, AL 36117 39.9 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Community health center 9.4 miles

Emedical Group

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A community safety-net rural health clinic about 9 miles from Catalpa. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
111 Scouting Circle, Troy, AL 36081
Community health center 9.9 miles

Trojan Pediatrics

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Rated 5 out of 5 from 34 reviews

A public safety-net rural health clinic about 10 miles from Catalpa. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
657 Trojan Parkway, Troy, AL 36079
Website
Community health center 10.9 miles

SARHA Doctors Center

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Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 178 reviews

SARHA Doctors Center in Troy brings STI testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial infections like gonorrhea and chlamydia together in a single appointment, no second trip needed. HIV, syphilis, and chlamydia testing runs on a sliding-scale fee tied to income.

Sliding-scale
Address
1412 Elba Highway, Troy, AL 36079
Website
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Labcorp

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Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 52 reviews

Address
1722 Pine Street, Montgomery, AL 36106 42.8 miles away
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 – 2:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
See tests & prices

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Labcorp

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Rated 5 out of 5 from 5 reviews

Address
4300 West Main Street, Dothan, AL 36305 50.2 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
See tests & prices

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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

Every other option

More ways to get tested in Catalpa, AL

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 Catalpa, AL

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

  • In-home collection

    Quest Diagnostics

    Quest Diagnostics

    $79 & up

    Panel:
    8-infection panel incl. chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis, hepatitis & herpes: single tests too
    Sample:
    Quest Mobile: a phlebotomist collects your sample at home
    Results:
    1–3 days, online: physician-reviewed
    • In-home sample collection
    • Nationwide Quest lab network
    • Physician-reviewed results
    • FSA/HSA eligible
  • Best value: single tests

    Everlywell

    Everlywell

    $49 & up

    Panel:
    Chlamydia & gonorrhea, up to a 6-test panel adding HIV, syphilis, trichomoniasis & hep C
    Sample:
    Finger-prick + swab
    Results:
    Days, online
    • Telehealth visit if positive
    • CLIA-certified labs
    • HSA/FSA eligible
    • Subscription savings
  • Best range: couples & full panels

    myLAB Box

    myLAB Box

    $79 & up

    Panel:
    Up to 14 infections, incl. HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis & herpes
    Sample:
    Self-collect: swab, urine, finger-prick
    Results:
    2–5 days, online
    • Free phone consult if positive
    • CLIA-certified labs
    • Couples & subscription options
    • Discreet packaging

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 Catalpa, AL

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

  • Troy Regional Medical Center

    1330 US 231 South, Troy, AL 36081

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
  • Charles Henderson Child Health Center

    1300 Hwy 231 South, Troy, AL 36081

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
  • Troy Pediatric Clinic & Collegiate Health

    717 John H Witherington Drive, Troy, AL 36081

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · COLA

    • STD testing

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 35 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Catalpa. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 2 offer telehealth.

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 Catalpa, AL

Compare the pharmacies closest to Catalpa, AL. Contact a location directly to confirm pharmacy-counter hours, services, prices, and product availability before visiting.

  • Walmart Pharmacy 9.4 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
  • Byrd Drugs

    9.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
  • Synco Drugs

    9.6 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
  • Publix Pharmacy 9.9 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
  • Walgreens 10 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
  • Rite Aid 10 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Catalpa, AL.

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 Catalpa, 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 Pike County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Pike County, the county that includes Catalpa, compare with Alabama and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~47% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#15 of 67 Alabama counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 78% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Pike County vs Alabama vs U.S.

Pike County Alabama U.S. = Pike County vs the state average
Infection Pike County Alabama United States
Chlamydia
851 282 cases ▲ 31%
651.1 492.2
Gonorrhea
259.5 86 cases ▲ 14%
226.9 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
27.2 9 cases ▼ 5%
28.6 15.8
Syphilis (early)
18.1 6 cases ▼ 11%
20.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
51.3 17 cases ▲ 109%
24.5 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 Pike County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 14% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 500 1000 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Pike County, chlamydia has fallen from 878.5 to 851 per 100,000 (3%), gonorrhea has fallen from 454.4 to 259.5 per 100,000 (43%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 6.1 to 27.2 per 100,000 (346%).

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 Catalpa, AL

Adults uninsured
10.3%
No routine checkup
20.5%
No transportation
14.6%
Binge drinking
13.5%
Frequent mental distress
20.8%
Depression
25.5%
Below poverty line
31%
Primary-care ratio
2,357 : 1
Pike County

Primary-care shortage score 19 / 26

Medically Underserved Area · IMU 60.7

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 Pike County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Pike County (2023)

Federal priority area: Alabama is one of the U.S. jurisdictions prioritized under the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative: targeted federal funding to expand local HIV testing, PrEP, and prevention.

People living with HIV
414 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
49

Pike County HIV care continuum (2022)

Pike County recorded 24.6 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 16.5 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Pike County residents living with HIV, 80.2% 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 Pike County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Catalpa, AL

Wolfpit Hill stands as a notable landmark in Catalpa, where family life and work intersect in meaningful ways. With many households consisting of just a few people, and a significant portion of residents renting their homes, financial decisions can be carefully considered. For instance, the typical monthly rent can be a substantial commitment for those living in apartments or houses.

The workforce here is actively engaged, with a strong presence of people earning higher incomes and a relatively low unemployment rate. However, this also means that many residents have demanding schedules, which can make it challenging to prioritize health and wellness. For young adults still forming relationships and establishing their careers, finding time for health screenings can be particularly difficult. In a community where many residents are juggling work and family responsibilities, convenient access to health services can make a big difference.

As people in their late teens and twenties navigate their lives in Catalpa, staying current with health screenings can be an important part of maintaining their well-being. With a significant proportion of younger adults living in the area, and many households with a comfortable income, it's clear that health decisions are often made with careful consideration of one's circumstances. In Pike County, the context of health and wellness is complex, and for residents living near Wolfpit Hill, making informed choices about one's health is a personal and ongoing process.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Catalpa, AL

Walkability 5.41 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.41/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Catalpa 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 7 STD & STI testing locations in Catalpa, Alabama, EasySTD

ZIP 36081 snapshot

Residents
15,720
Median age
24.7
Median income
$42,005

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 36081 area around Catalpa: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Catalpa alone.

Catalpa sits in Pike County, ZIP 36081. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Wolfpit Hill

Reference

STD testing in Catalpa, AL: screening, costs & privacy

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

Group Tests How 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 Catalpa-area provider.

Infection Earliest reliable test Sample
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 Catalpa 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.

Test Reference price CPT / 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 Alabama Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately

Two things that actually depend on Alabama 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 Alabama, a minor aged 12 or older can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own, no parental permission is required.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

Alabama 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 Alabama

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 Catalpa, AL

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Where's the nearest STD testing to Catalpa, AL?

Emedical Group, about 9.4 mi away, with 3 options within 30 miles.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Catalpa, AL?

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

Can I get tested in Catalpa, AL without insurance?

Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.

What's included in a full panel near Catalpa, AL?

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

How common is chlamydia in Pike County?

Pike County reported ~851 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Alabama average.

How long do results take near Catalpa, AL?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

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

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

Is there an at-home STD test for Catalpa, AL?

At-home kits mail to 36081: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

Who needs routine STD testing?

Sexually active people, especially under 25 or with new/multiple partners; everyone 13–64 should test for HIV at least once.

Is syphilis curable?

Yes, syphilis is cured with antibiotics (usually penicillin), and earlier treatment prevents long-term damage.

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