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STD Testing in Frenchtown, MT: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

The rate of new HIV diagnoses in Missoula County is about 58% lower than the US average. Whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind in Frenchtown, Montana, you can choose between same-day testing at walk-in clinics or planning your own time with labs and at-home kits. We list your options below.

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STD testing near Frenchtown, MT

2 testing options are listed for Frenchtown, MT. The nearest, Labcorp, is about 14.3 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 14.5 miles

Partnership Health Center

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Partnership Health Center in Missoula tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, HIV, and hepatitis A, B, and C, and treats bacterial infections the same visit. Fees run on a sliding scale accepted alongside Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. An appointment is required; PrEP and DoxyPEP are available.

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Three Prevention Tools Available at One Appointment

Partnership Health Center prescribes PrEP, PEP, and DoxyPEP under one roof, which means a single appointment can establish an ongoing prevention regimen rather than splitting that conversation across separate providers. That continuity makes it easier to stay current as your circumstances change.

Hepatitis C Diagnosis Leads Directly to Treatment Here

Many clinics identify a hepatitis C infection and hand the management off elsewhere. Partnership Health Center in Missoula carries that care through to treatment on-site, so a reactive result doesn't begin a separate search for a specialist willing to take the case.

Herpes and Hepatitis Testing Closes the Diagnostic Gap

Leaving herpes or hepatitis off the panel means a second appointment at a different facility, and in the gap between, an infection goes unaddressed. Partnership Health Center's panel covers those alongside the bacterial STIs, so one visit accounts for what a narrower screen would leave open.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale PrEP DoxyPEP
Address
2200 Mullan Road, Suite A Missoula, MT 59808
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Labcorp

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Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 28 reviews
Address
2819 Great Northern Loop, Missoula, MT 59808 14.3 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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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 Frenchtown, MT

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 Frenchtown, MT

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

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

  • David J Thatcher VA Clinic

    3885 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59808

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
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  • Recovery Centers of Montana

    2620 Connery Way, Missoula, MT 59808

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Five Valleys Urology

    2875 Tina Avenue Suite 101, Missoula, MT 59808

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 112 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Frenchtown. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 39 offer telehealth.

  • Jonathon James, DO Telehealth

    Family medicine · 3075 North Reserve Street, Missoula

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  • Samuel Matz, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 2230 North Reserve Street, Missoula

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  • David Chess, MD Telehealth

    Internal medicine · 3010 Santa Fe Court, Missoula

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  • Anthony Puopolo, MD

    Family medicine · 3010 Santa Fe Court, Missoula

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  • Leah Miller, MD

    OB-GYN · 2831 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula

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  • Melanie Enderwick, MD Telehealth

    Infectious disease · 2831 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula

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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 Frenchtown, MT

No pharmacy near Frenchtown, MT 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.

  • G&E Ventures

    1.7 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Landmark Specialty Compounding

    13 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Costco Pharmacy 13 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
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  • Walmart Pharmacy 14 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 14 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • CVS Pharmacy 14 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsMinuteClinic STI careHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Frenchtown, MT.

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 Frenchtown, 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 Missoula County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Missoula County, the county that includes Frenchtown, compare with Montana 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.

#15 of 56 Montana counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 73% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Missoula County vs Montana vs U.S.

Missoula County Montana U.S. ▲▼ = Missoula County vs the state average
Infection Missoula County Montana United States
Chlamydia
301.2 367 cases ▼ 7%
322.6 492.2
Gonorrhea
52.5 64 cases ▼ 22%
67.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
4.9 6 cases ▼ 82%
27.5 15.8
Syphilis (early)
8.2 10 cases ▼ 34%
12.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
5.7 7 cases ▼ 79%
27.2 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 Missoula County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 16% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 200 400 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Missoula County, chlamydia has fallen from 378.2 to 301.2 per 100,000 (20%), gonorrhea has fallen from 106.9 to 52.5 per 100,000 (51%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 3.4 to 4.9 per 100,000 (44%).

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 Frenchtown, MT

Adults uninsured
7.6%
No routine checkup
26.7%
No transportation
6.3%
Binge drinking
21.7%
Frequent mental distress
16.8%
Depression
25.8%
Below poverty line
12.4%
Primary-care ratio
866 : 1
Missoula County
  • Primary-care shortage score 19 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 28th 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 Missoula County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Missoula County (2023)

People living with HIV
120 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
107

Missoula County HIV care continuum (2021)

Missoula County recorded 5.7 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2021), against 3 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Missoula County residents living with HIV, 87.9% are in care · 83.9% 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 Missoula County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Frenchtown, MT

Mullan Road cuts through a Frenchtown that looks, on its surface, like settled ground: nearly everyone owns their home, most households are married couples, and families here run larger than the Montana average. That stability can make routine health maintenance feel less urgent, something handled eventually rather than now. But unemployment here runs notably higher than most people would expect for a community of homeowners, and even a third of households clearing six figures doesn't mean everyone has flexible time or easy access to a primary-care visit on short notice.

That tension matters most for younger adults still building their lives, people in their late teens and twenties who are statistically at the greatest risk for STIs but least likely to have an established clinical relationship or a predictable work schedule. With options listed here (some straightforward and low-cost, others requiring a longer drive up toward Missoula proper) knowing in advance which clinics match your schedule and budget is the practical first step a Frenchtown resident can take before the question ever becomes urgent.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Frenchtown, MT

Walkability 6.5 / 20 · Below average

At 6.5/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Frenchtown 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 2 STD & STI testing locations in Frenchtown, Montana, EasySTD

ZIP 59834 snapshot

Residents
2,449
Median age
34.3
Median income
$87,143

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 59834 area around Frenchtown: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Frenchtown alone.

Frenchtown sits in Missoula County, ZIP 59834. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Frenchtown Pond State Park

Major routes

  • MT 263 (Demer Street)

Reference

STD testing in Frenchtown, MT: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Montana 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 Montana, 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)

Montana 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 Montana

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 Frenchtown, MT

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Can I get same-day or walk-in testing near Frenchtown, MT?

Some clinics and labs take walk-ins for same-day testing; call ahead to confirm hours.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Frenchtown, MT?

Most plans cover STD screening; a clinic or lab can bill insurance, or you can pay a flat self-pay price.

Can I get tested in Frenchtown, MT without insurance?

Yes, community and public clinics test the uninsured, with sliding-scale fees.

Which tests are offered near Frenchtown, MT?

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 Missoula County?

About 301 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Montana average.

Where do I get PrEP around Frenchtown, MT?

PrEP (HIV-prevention medicine for HIV-negative people) is available locally, any provider can prescribe it.

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

In Montana, 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.

Can I trust an at-home result?

Yes, from a reputable lab, confirm any positive with a clinician for treatment.

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.

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