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STD Testing in Cedar Creek, AZ: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Gila County reports gonorrhea at about 37% lower than the US average. Whether you are starting a new relationship or managing ongoing care in Cedar Creek, Arizona, consider the trade-offs of local clinics and private labs. Community and public clinics often provide low-cost or free services, while private labs tend to offer faster results and more flexible scheduling. See the options listed below.

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Available testing centers

STD testing near Cedar Creek, AZ

3 testing options are listed for Cedar Creek, AZ. The nearest, Indian Health Service, is about 13.5 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.

Community health center 13.5 miles

Indian Health Service

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Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 18 reviews

Indian Health Service in Whiteriver takes walk-ins for STI testing (gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis C, and HIV) alongside TB screening, family planning, and same-visit bacterial treatment, all at no fee on a sliding scale.

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Every Service Runs on Zero Cost

For anyone without a regular provider or insurance, Indian Health Service in Whiteriver is the rare clinic where every service (testing, treatment, vaccines, counseling) carries no charge. There is no tier, no copay conversation, and no service withheld because of payment.

Substance-Use Treatment Shares the Same Building

For someone managing both an STI and a substance-use concern, Indian Health Service in Whiteriver holds substance-abuse treatment and STI care in the same clinical setting. That means a single visit can address both without navigating separate providers, referrals, or scheduling gaps between them.

Herpes and Hepatitis C Tested Here Directly

Stopping at gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV leaves herpes and hepatitis C undetected. Infections that carry real clinical consequences when they go unnamed. Indian Health Service in Whiteriver tests for both on-site, so a visit here closes gaps that a narrower panel would leave open.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
200 West Hospital Drive, Whiteriver, AZ 85941
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 54 reviews
Address
5171 South Cub Lake Road, Show Low, AZ 85901 22.9 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Sonora Quest Laboratories

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Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 34 reviews
Address
2450 East Show Low Lake Road, #3B, Show Low, AZ 85901 23.1 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.

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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 Cedar Creek, AZ

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.

At-home tests Certified labs Doctors Pharmacies Online PrEP & treatment

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At-home STD testing in Cedar Creek, AZ

The nearest testing center is about 14 miles away, if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Cedar Creek, 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
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  • Best for simplicity & support

    LetsGetChecked

    LetsGetChecked

    $89 & up

    Panel:
    5–6 common STIs incl. chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis & trichomoniasis
    Sample:
    Finger-prick + urine/swab
    Results:
    2–5 days, online
    • 24/7 nurse support
    • Prescription for positives
    • CLIA-certified labs
    • Free shipping both ways
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  • 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
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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 Cedar Creek, AZ

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

  • Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center

    5880 South Hospital Drive, Globe, AZ 85501

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

  • SAN Carlos Apache Healthcare

    103 Medicine Way Road, Peridot, AZ 85542

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

Showing 2 of the CLIA-certified labs in Gila County.

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 46 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Cedar Creek. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 10 offer telehealth.

  • Nathaniel Evans, DO

    OB-GYN · 200 West Hospital Drive, Whiteriver

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  • James Ard, DO

    Family medicine · North Cromwell Rd Pob, Cebecue

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  • Jeffrey Reres, DO

    Family medicine · 3507 Parkway, Lakeside

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  • Hal Richins, MD

    Family medicine · 4830 Hwy 260, Lakeside

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  • Monte Merrell, MD

    OB-GYN · 300 West White Mountain Boulevard, Lakeside

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  • Leon Driss, MD Telehealth

    Internal medicine · 300 West White Mountain Boulevard, Lakeside

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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 Cedar Creek, AZ

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

  • Remedies

    21 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Albertsons/Safeway 21 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 23 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 23 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Summit Healthcare Association

    23 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • White Mountain Pharmacy

    23 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Cedar Creek, AZ.

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 Cedar Creek, 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 Gila County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Gila County, the county that includes Cedar Creek, compare with Arizona and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~38% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#10 of 15 Arizona counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 33% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Gila County vs Arizona vs U.S.

Gila County Arizona U.S. ▲▼ = Gila County vs the state average
Infection Gila County Arizona United States
Chlamydia
350 189 cases ▼ 37%
552.5 492.2
Gonorrhea
113 61 cases ▼ 41%
190.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
29.6 16 cases ▲ 23%
24.1 15.8
Syphilis (early)
14.8 8 cases ▼ 40%
24.6 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
77.8 42 cases ▲ 41%
55.3 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 Gila County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 7% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 200 400 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Gila County, chlamydia has risen from 238.4 to 350 per 100,000 (47%), gonorrhea has fallen from 146.4 to 113 per 100,000 (23%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 26.3 to 29.6 per 100,000 (13%).

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 Cedar Creek, AZ

Adults uninsured
19%
No routine checkup
33.2%
No transportation
31.9%
Binge drinking
12.5%
Frequent mental distress
27.6%
Depression
26.5%
Below poverty line
40.6%
Primary-care ratio
2,233 : 1
Gila County

Primary-care shortage score 20 / 26

Medically Underserved Area · IMU 50.9

Social Vulnerability Index · 85th 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 Gila County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Gila County (2023)

People living with HIV
143 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
62

Gila County HIV care continuum (2022)

Gila County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 14.6 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Gila County residents living with HIV, 81.3% are in care · 71.9% 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 Gila County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Cedar Creek, AZ

Silver Butte stands watch over the town, its quiet presence a familiar part of daily life. The homes here are largely owned, with families settled in for the long haul. Many of these households are large, with an average of more than five people calling one place home. It's not uncommon to see multiple generations living together or close by.

The area's workforce is split, with some residents earning higher incomes, while others face challenges in finding steady work. Married couples make up a significant portion of the population, and with many households having multiple earners, the local economy is supported by a diverse range of incomes. Despite this, some residents may struggle to prioritize their health needs. Life in Cedar Creek can be busy, with many residents balancing work and family responsibilities.

For younger adults still forming relationships, having easy access to low-cost health services can make a big difference. In a place like Cedar Creek, where family and work commitments can be demanding, being able to get tested without breaking the bank or taking time off work is essential. For those households earning just enough to get by, the cost of testing can be a significant burden – one that's alleviated by the options listed here, near Sugarloaf Butte.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Cedar Creek, AZ

Walkability 3.48 / 20 · Least walkable

At 3.48/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Cedar Creek 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 3 STD & STI testing locations in Cedar Creek, Arizona, EasySTD

ZIP 85941 snapshot

Residents
10,333
Median age
29.4
Median income
$41,554

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 85941 area around Cedar Creek: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Cedar Creek alone.

Cedar Creek sits in Gila County, ZIP 85941. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Silver Butte
  • Sugarloaf Butte

Reference

STD testing in Cedar Creek, AZ: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Gila County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Arizona 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 Cedar Creek-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 Cedar Creek 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 Arizona Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately

Two things that actually depend on Arizona 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 Arizona, 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)

Arizona 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 Arizona

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 Cedar Creek, AZ

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

There's no clinic in Cedar Creek, AZ, what now?

Nearest is Indian Health Service, about 13.5 mi away; 3 are within 30 miles. An at-home kit shipped to 85941 also works.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Cedar Creek, AZ?

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

Is there free HIV testing near Cedar Creek, AZ?

Yes, free HIV testing is available at public clinics in the area.

What's included in a full panel near Cedar Creek, AZ?

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

How common is chlamydia in Gila County?

Gila County reported ~350 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Arizona average.

Is there an at-home STD test for Cedar Creek, AZ?

At-home kits mail to 85941: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

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

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

What happens after a positive result?

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

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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