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STD Testing in Florence, SD: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Codington County saw about 47% fewer chlamydia reports than the US average. When considering STI testing in Florence, South Dakota, whether it's your first test or a routine screening, public clinics keep costs down, private labs prioritize speed, and at-home kits trade a clinic visit for convenience. Find your best option in the list below.

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STD testing near Florence, SD

3 testing options are listed for Florence, SD. The nearest, Sanford Health Laboratories, is about 14.2 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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South Dakota Department of Health

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Walk-in hours at South Dakota Department of Health in Watertown mean no scheduled appointment stands between you and same-visit bacterial treatment for gonorrhea, chlamydia, or syphilis: with rapid HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and TB testing rounding out the panel, all at no fee.

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Every Test, Every Visit, Zero Cost

A gap in STI care often comes down to a single moment: the bill that arrives after, the co-pay that wasn't budgeted, the second appointment that never gets made. South Dakota Department of Health in Watertown removes that moment entirely: every test, vaccine, and treatment on the panel carries no charge, full stop.

Language Access Wired Into the Care Itself

Many clinics handle non-English speakers as an afterthought, something arranged after you've already arrived, if at all. South Dakota Department of Health in Watertown has interpretation services built into the visit, so the clinical conversation (symptoms, treatment options, follow-up) happens in the language you actually use.

Hepatitis A, B, and C Testing Alongside the Core Panel

Anyone without a regular primary care provider, paying out of pocket or simply without a standing relationship with a doctor, often has no obvious place to test for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or hepatitis A alongside an STI panel. South Dakota Department of Health in Watertown holds all of it in one visit, with vaccines for hepatitis A and B available on the same day as testing.

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Address
2001 9th Avenue Southwest, Suite 500 Watertown, SD 57201
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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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 41 reviews
Address
901 Fourth Street Northwest, Watertown, SD 57201 14.2 miles away
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
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 4 out of 5 from 5 reviews
Address
922 22nd Avenue South, Brookings, SD 57006 59.2 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 – 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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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 Florence, SD

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 Florence, SD

The nearest testing center is about 14 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Florence, 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 Florence, SD

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

  • Brown Clinic - Northridge

    511 14th Avenue Northeast, Watertown, SD 57201

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Prairie Lakes Healthcare System

    401 9th Ave Northwest, Watertown, SD 57201

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Sanford Laboratories Watertown

    901 4th Street Northwest, Watertown, SD 57201

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 40 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Florence. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 13 offer telehealth.

  • Stephanie Peyton-Aas, MD

    Family medicine · 901 4th Street Northwest, Watertown

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  • Keri Orstad, MD

    Family medicine · 901 4th Street Northwest, Watertown

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  • Daljeet Rishi, MD

    Internal medicine · 401 9th Avenue Northwest, Watertown

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  • Kristen Pickrel, MD

    Internal medicine · 401 9th Avenue Northwest, Watertown

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  • Alexandra Gauer, DO Telehealth

    Family medicine · 511 14th Avenue Northeast, Watertown

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  • Stacie Lenssen, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 506 1st Avenue Southeast, Watertown

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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 Florence, SD

No pharmacy near Florence, SD 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.

  • Prairie Lakes Campus Pharmacy

    14 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Downtown Drug

    15 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Hy-Vee Clinic Pharmacy (1871)

    15 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 15 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Shopko Pharmacy 054

    16 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Florence, SD.

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 Florence, 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 Codington County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Codington County, the county that includes Florence, compare with South Dakota and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~19% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#34 of 66 South Dakota counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 48% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Codington County vs South Dakota vs U.S.

Codington County South Dakota U.S. ▲▼ = Codington County vs the state average
Infection Codington County South Dakota United States
Chlamydia
262.3 76 cases ▼ 51%
531.6 492.2
Gonorrhea
31.1 9 cases ▼ 88%
253.3 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
10.4 3 cases ▼ 86%
73.4 15.8
Syphilis (early)
6.9 2 cases ▼ 91%
76.8 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
6.9 2 cases ▼ 91%
72.9 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 Codington County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 19% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 175 350 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Codington County, chlamydia has fallen from 275.4 to 262.3 per 100,000 (5%), gonorrhea has fallen from 109.4 to 31.1 per 100,000 (72%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 3.5 to 10.4 per 100,000 (197%).

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 Florence, SD

Adults uninsured
7.1%
No routine checkup
22.2%
Binge drinking
19.2%
Frequent mental distress
14.8%
Depression
21%
Below poverty line
5.2%
Primary-care ratio
1,053 : 1
Codington County
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 24th 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 Codington County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Codington County (2023)

People living with HIV
57 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
33

Codington County HIV care continuum (2023)

Codington County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 6.8 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Codington County residents living with HIV, 85.7% are in care · 50% 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 Codington County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Florence, SD

People move to Florence for work at the grain elevator, or to be close to family land, or because rent here won't drain a paycheck. Young adults who settle in often find themselves building a life with fewer eyes on their business than they'd have in a bigger place, which can feel like freedom until a health question lands and you realize you'd rather not run into the testing nurse at the grocery store later. STI testing in and around Florence happens through clinics listed on this page, and the confidentiality protocols at each one are genuine. A provider working here understands that discretion isn't theater; it's how people actually move through a small town.

Whether you're screening as part of routine health care or because something specific prompted concern, the tests available account for the infections that matter, and results stay sealed to your records alone. If you're new to the area or haven't needed testing before, the clinics near Horseshoe Lake State Public Shooting Area and along SD 20 are familiar routes for most residents. Starting with a phone call to ask about hours, privacy measures, or what to expect removes the guesswork and lets you choose the place that fits your comfort.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Florence, SD

Walkability 4.73 / 20 · Least walkable

At 4.73/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Florence 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 Florence, South Dakota, EasySTD

ZIP 57235 snapshot

Residents
796
Median age
47.2
Median income
$80,938

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 57235 area around Florence: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Florence alone.

Florence sits in Codington County, ZIP 57235. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Horseshoe Lake State Public Shooting Area

Major routes

  • SD 20 (SD Highway 20)

Reference

STD testing in Florence, SD: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on South Dakota 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 South Dakota, 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)

Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) is potentially allowable in South Dakota: 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 South Dakota

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 Florence, SD

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Florence, SD?

Yes, several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.

How much does STD testing cost near Florence, SD?

Free at public clinics. Private labs run about $24 for one test and $139 for a full panel; at-home kits are $49+.

Where can I get tested for free near Florence, SD?

South Dakota Department of Health, about 14.3 mi away, provides free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Florence, SD?

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

How common is chlamydia in Codington County?

Codington County reported ~262 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the South Dakota average.

Can someone under 18 get tested in South Dakota without a parent?

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

How is trichomoniasis tested near Florence, SD?

A urine test or swab finds trichomoniasis, one of the most treatable STIs.

Is herpes curable?

Herpes isn't curable, but daily or as-needed antiviral medicine controls outbreaks and lowers the chance of passing it on.

What should I do after sexual assault?

Go to an ER or call RAINN (800-656-4673); they provide testing, PEP, and support right away.

Do I wait for the window if I have symptoms?

No, symptoms mean test now; the window period only applies to symptom-free screening.

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