Syphilis in Pontotoc County runs about 81% higher than the US average and regular screening is important. If you've had a recent risk or simply test on a regular schedule in Fitzhugh, Oklahoma, weigh your options. Public clinics keep costs down, while private labs prioritize speed, and at-home kits trade a clinic visit for convenience. See your options below.
Available testing centers
7 testing options are listed for Fitzhugh, OK. The nearest, Chickasaw Nation, is about 8.5 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.
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.
Chickasaw Nation in Ada accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance, with a sliding-scale fee for those outside those plans. The clinic tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, with hepatitis A and B vaccines also available, by appointment.
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Listing verified Apr 2026 · Source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Oklahoma State Department of Health in Ada offers free HIV and STI testing alongside a sliding-scale fee structure for additional services, with Medicaid accepted. The standard bacterial panel covers gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, with same-visit treatment available; appointments are required.
A delayed diagnosis often traces to a cost that made someone hesitate, one test that led to a bill, one treatment that required a return visit with payment. At Oklahoma State Department of Health in Ada, testing and STI treatment carry no fee, so the hesitation and the gap it creates don't get a foothold.
Many clinics handle language through patchwork arrangements that leave patients waiting for clarity on their own results. Oklahoma State Department of Health in Ada delivers care directly in Spanish, so the conversation about testing, results, and treatment moves at the same pace for every patient in the room.
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Listing verified Sep 2025 · Source: CDC NPIN
A safety-net rural health clinic about 9 miles from Fitzhugh. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.
Tests offered
Free tool · not a clinic
Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each 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.
Typical out-of-pocket ranges by option, actual cost depends on which tests you need.
Public / community clinic
Free HIV testing is common
Private lab (self-pay)
Never billed to insurance
At-home kit
Mailed to your door, private
Doctor / urgent care
Often $0 preventive with insurance
No centers match those filters. Clear the service-type filter or the opening-hours filters to see every center.
Every other option
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
The nearest testing center is about 9 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Fitzhugh, 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.
In-home collection
$79 & up
Best value: single tests
$49 & up
Best range: couples & full panels
$79 & up
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
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Pontotoc 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.
421 North Monta Vista, Ada, OK 74820
CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists
417 North Monte Vista, Ada, OK 74820
CMS-certified lab
430 North Monta Vista, Ada, OK 74820
CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Fitzhugh. 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
Beyond dedicated clinics, 29 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Fitzhugh. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 6 offer telehealth.
Jesse Arthur, DO Telehealth
Family medicine · 530 North Monte Vista A, Ada
Lucretia Barker, MD
OB-GYN · 1921 Stonecipher Drive, Ada
Joshua Priddle, DO
Family medicine · 905 Colony Drive, Ada
Bruce Dennis, MD
Internal medicine · 721 Better Now Plz, Ada
Paul Warlick, DO
Internal medicine · 1221 Arlington Street, Ada
Glen Diacon, MD Telehealth
Urology · 1414 Arlington Street, Ada
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
No pharmacy near Fitzhugh, OK 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.
Dicus Pharmacy
9.3 miVintage Drug Company
9.9 miMcCortneys Family Pharmacy
9.9 mi
10 mi The Clinic Pharmacy on Arlington
10 miPruett's Food-Pharmacy
10 miShowing the 6 closest pharmacies to Fitzhugh, OK.
Directory records identify nearby pharmacies. Service, stock, price, and hours information is shown only when supported by current location-specific evidence.
Prevention & treatment
Testing is one step. For residents of Fitzhugh, 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.
Visit from $0 insured
Telehealth STI treatment and sexual-health care, delivered or to your pharmacy
From $0 insured
Telehealth PrEP & DoxyPEP with at-home testing and ongoing monitoring
$0 with most insurance
Free online PrEP & DoxyPEP: HIV prevention, home lab kits, no in-person visit
Visit from $39
Online STI treatment & DoxyPEP: same-day prescriptions to your pharmacy
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
How reported STI rates in Pontotoc County, the county that includes Fitzhugh, compare with Oklahoma and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~16% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.
#22 of 77 Oklahoma counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 71% of the state
| Infection | Pontotoc County | Oklahoma | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlamydia | 416.7 160 cases ▼ 12% | 471.3 | 492.2 |
| Gonorrhea | 125 48 cases ▼ 27% | 170.3 | 179.5 |
| Syphilis (P&S) | 28.6 11 cases ▲ 3% | 27.7 | 15.8 |
| Syphilis (early) | 7.8 3 cases ▼ 54% | 17.1 | 16 |
| Syphilis (late/unknown) | 44.3 17 cases ▲ 12% | 39.7 | 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.
Between 2020 and 2023 in Pontotoc County, chlamydia has fallen from 654.1 to 416.7 per 100,000 (36%), gonorrhea has fallen from 380.9 to 125 per 100,000 (67%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 10.5 to 28.6 per 100,000 (172%).
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
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 Pontotoc County.
Local HIV snapshot
Federal priority area: Oklahoma 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.
Pontotoc County HIV care continuum (2021)
Pontotoc County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2021), against 11.4 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Pontotoc County residents living with HIV, 82.4% are in care · 61.8% 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.
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 Pontotoc County tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
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Local context
In Fitzhugh, community health is an essential part of daily life. Neighbors support each other, and conversations about health and well-being are common. People here are keen to stay informed and take proactive steps to maintain their health. If you're a young adult living in or around Fitzhugh, routine STD testing is an important part of staying healthy and going about your daily life. Regular check-ups can help you and your partners stay safe and informed.
It's easy to get tested in and around Fitzhugh. You have options for confidential testing, and there's no need to worry about lengthy waits or difficult processes. Clinics offer discreet services, ensuring your privacy and comfort. Many people here prioritize regular health screenings as part of their overall wellness routine. Getting tested is a straightforward and stigma-free process, and it's an important step in taking care of your health.
If you're a young adult in Fitzhugh, prioritizing your sexual health is crucial. Regular STD testing is a key part of staying healthy and informed. You can find trusted resources or get tested at clinics, and the process is designed to be quick and convenient. Taking charge of your sexual health is an important part of your overall well-being, and there are supportive options available in and around Fitzhugh to help you do just that.
Getting there
At 4.07/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Fitzhugh 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.
ZIP 74843 snapshot
ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 74843 area around Fitzhugh: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Fitzhugh alone.
Fitzhugh sits in Pontotoc County, ZIP 74843. Local context that shapes where residents test:
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Just outside Fitzhugh? These nearby communities have their own testing guides: clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
Reference
Everything to know before you test in Pontotoc County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Oklahoma law. If you have symptoms right now, our confidential symptom checker maps them to the tests worth considering.
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 |
Testing too early can return a false negative, confirm timing with a Fitzhugh-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 |
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the community health centers serving Fitzhugh 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.
Two things that actually depend on Oklahoma 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).
In Oklahoma, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own, no parental permission is required.
Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) is potentially allowable in Oklahoma: it is not expressly authorized, but not prohibited either. Ask your provider whether they will prescribe treatment for a partner without a separate visit.
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 OklahomaSource: Guttmacher Institute, Minors' Access to STI Services; CDC, Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy. General information, not legal advice.
Good to Know
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Ada, OK is a nearby town with options, the listing shows each one's distance so you can pick the closest.
Yes, Medicaid typically covers it, and public clinics are free either way.
Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.
A full panel typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.
Pontotoc County reported ~417 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Oklahoma average.
In Oklahoma, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.
Get treated, notify partners, pause sex until cleared, and follow up, the infection is manageable.
Yes, site matters; oral/anal exposure needs a throat or rectal swab, which urine testing won't catch.
Reassuring if you tested after the window, just retest if it was early, and screen again with new partners.
Go to an ER or call RAINN (800-656-4673); they provide testing, PEP, and support right away.
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