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STD Testing in George, WA: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Grant County reports about 457 chlamydia cases per 100,000 residents, near the US average. Whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind in George, Washington, public clinics keep costs down, private labs prioritize speed, and at-home kits trade a clinic visit for convenience. Here are your options.

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STD testing near George, WA

5 testing options are listed for George, WA. The nearest, Moses Lake Community Health Center, is about 9.8 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 9.8 miles

Moses Lake Community Health Center

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 452 reviews

Moses Lake Community Health Center in Quincy runs on scheduled appointments, so a single booked visit covers gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV, herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C testing, same-visit bacterial treatment, HPV and hepatitis vaccines, and sliding-scale fees. With services available in Spanish.

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Herpes and Hepatitis A, B, C on the Panel

The testing panel at Moses Lake Community Health Center extends to herpes simplex and all three hepatitis strains (A, B, and C) each requiring its own assay and clinical interpretation. That breadth means a single appointment generates a fuller picture of viral exposure without scheduling separate visits to separate providers.

Substance-Use Treatment Shares the Chart

Substance-use treatment is a named service at Moses Lake Community Health Center, documented alongside STI care in the same clinical record. When both conditions are managed by the same provider team, treatment decisions for one can account for the other: dosing, adherence, and follow-up are coordinated rather than siloed.

Spanish-Language Care with Clinical Continuity

Moses Lake Community Health Center delivers care directly in Spanish, which means test results, treatment instructions, and follow-up planning are communicated in the same language throughout. Preserving accuracy in the details that most affect whether a treatment plan is actually followed.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
1450 1st Avenue Southwest, Quincy, WA 98848
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed
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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 13 reviews
Address
212 5th Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801 32.2 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 30 reviews
Address
504 West Chestnut Avenue, Yakima, WA 98902 45.7 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 58 reviews
Address
1104 West Spruce Street, Yakima, WA 98902 46.1 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

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Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 36 reviews
Address
3909 Creekside Loop, Yakima, WA 98902 48.2 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 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 George, WA

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 George, WA

The nearest testing center is about 10 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to George, 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 George, WA

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

  • Quincy Valley Medical Center Laboratory

    908 10th Avenue Southwest, Quincy, WA 98848

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Sica Family Dermatology

    827 East Colonial Avenue, Moses Lake, WA 98837

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

Showing the nearest 2 CLIA-certified labs.

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 51 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of George. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 1 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 George, WA

No pharmacy near George, WA 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.

  • Quincy Pharmacy

    10 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Albertsons/Safeway 21 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 21 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Thrifty Payless

    22 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Southgate Pharmacy

    26 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to George, WA.

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 George, 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 Grant County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Grant County, the county that includes George, compare with Washington and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~45% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#7 of 39 Washington counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 82% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Grant County vs Washington vs U.S.

Grant County Washington U.S. ▲▼ = Grant County vs the state average
Infection Grant County Washington United States
Chlamydia
456.8 469 cases ▲ 29%
354.4 492.2
Gonorrhea
101.3 104 cases ▼ 22%
129.6 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
21.4 22 cases ≈ the state average
21.3 15.8
Syphilis (early)
14.6 15 cases ▲ 17%
12.5 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
22.4 23 cases ▼ 2%
22.9 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 Grant County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 9% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 250 500 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Grant County, chlamydia has risen from 305.7 to 456.8 per 100,000 (49%), gonorrhea has fallen from 115 to 101.3 per 100,000 (12%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 8.1 to 21.4 per 100,000 (164%).

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 George, WA

Adults uninsured
22.4%
No routine checkup
32.3%
Binge drinking
18.2%
Frequent mental distress
16.8%
Depression
21.5%
Below poverty line
11.4%
Primary-care ratio
2,507 : 1
Grant County
  • Primary-care shortage score 18 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 59.9
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 93rd 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 Grant County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Grant County (2023)

People living with HIV
89 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
76

Grant County HIV care continuum (2022)

Grant County recorded 7.4 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 6.3 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Grant County residents living with HIV, 75.7% are in care · 65.7% 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 Grant County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About George, WA

Agriculture and construction shape George's calendar, irrigation cycles, harvest windows, equipment maintenance, the rhythms that keep Grant County moving. For young adults working those seasons or trades, or juggling early careers and education, health checkups often get pushed to the margins. STD testing in and around George fits into that reality: clinics listed on this page offer straightforward screening without the bureaucracy that makes appointments harder to keep. A shared thread in health care here is that what you discuss with a provider stays there, that privacy isn't peripheral to the visit, it's foundational.

The town's young adult population knows the value of staying on top of preventive care, especially when partners change or exposure feels possible. Routine screening catches infections early, before symptoms complicate work or relationships. Testing itself is quick and direct, no elaborate setup, no weeks of waiting for results. Finding a clinic that fits your schedule matters more than finding the perfect one.

Providers in and around George understand that confidentiality and accessibility aren't luxuries; they're the baseline. Whether you're between jobs, managing a packed week, or simply want peace of mind, the testing available here is built for people whose lives don't pause for appointments.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in George, WA

Walkability 7.41 / 20 · Below average

At 7.41/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in George 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 5 STD & STI testing locations in George, Washington, EasySTD

ZIP 98848 snapshot

Residents
13,014
Median age
31.1
Median income
$85,133

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 98848 area around George: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not George alone.

George sits in Grant County, ZIP 98848. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • City of George Park

Major routes

  • WA 281 (State Route 281)

Reference

STD testing in George, WA: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Washington 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 Washington, 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)

Washington 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 Washington

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 George, WA

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Where can I get tested for STDs in George, WA?

The closest is Moses Lake Community Health Center (9.8 mi); 1 option is within 30 miles.

What does STD testing cost around George, WA?

Private labs ~$24–$139, at-home kits $49+.

Can I get tested in George, WA without insurance?

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

Which tests are offered near George, WA?

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 Grant County?

About 457 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), above the Washington average.

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

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

Can oral herpes spread to the genitals?

Yes, HSV-1 from the mouth can spread to the genital area through oral sex.

Can trich be treated?

It's cured with antibiotics; treating partners together prevents reinfection.

What samples are used for STD testing near George, WA?

It depends: a blood draw covers HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis, while urine or a swab covers chlamydia and gonorrhea.

How long until syphilis is detectable?

Roughly 3–6 weeks after exposure for a dependable syphilis blood test.

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