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STD Testing in Holiday Beach, TX: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

In Aransas County, chlamydia cases run about 46% lower than the US average. If you've had a recent risk, or simply test on a regular schedule in Holiday Beach, Texas, weigh the pros and cons of local clinics that may bill your insurance or private labs that let you pay a flat fee. See your options below.

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STD testing near Holiday Beach, TX

5 testing options are listed for Holiday Beach, TX. The nearest, South Texas Family Planning and Health, is about 7.9 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

Closest to you 7.9 miles

South Texas Family Planning and Health

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 45 reviews

South Texas Family Planning and Health in Rockport tests for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and TB on a sliding-scale fee, with HIV testing free, all without an appointment, and same-visit treatment available for bacterial infections.

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Every Service Runs on Donations, Not Copays

South Texas Family Planning and Health accepts donations in place of set fees, meaning the full range of services (testing, treatment, vaccines, and counseling) carries no fixed charge. Sliding-scale pricing backs that up for anyone who does pay, and Medicaid is accepted as well.

Spanish Spoken On-Site, Interpretation Beyond

Spanish is available directly at South Texas Family Planning and Health in Rockport, and interpretation services extend care to other non-English languages, so counseling, consent, and follow-up instructions reach patients in the language they use, not a summarized version of it.

Herpes and Hepatitis B and C Added to the Panel

The testing menu at South Texas Family Planning and Health includes herpes, hepatitis B antibody testing, and a hepatitis C test alongside the core bacterial and viral panel: nine distinct tests in total, each ordered and resulted on-site rather than split across separate referrals.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
2871 Tx-35 Bus, Rockport, TX 78382
Opening hours
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 111 reviews
Address
2319 Highway 35 North, Rockport, TX 78382 8.6 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Tuesday 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Thursday 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Friday 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Clinical Pathology Labs

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 70 reviews
Address
1521 Market Street, Rockport, TX 78382 10.6 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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Labcorp

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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 13 reviews
Address
1702 US Highway 181, Portland, TX 78374 26.6 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 – 12:00 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 3.4 out of 5 from 50 reviews
Address
1534 South Staples Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78404 36.2 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 6:30 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 Holiday Beach, TX

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 Holiday Beach, TX

The nearest testing center is about 8 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Holiday Beach, 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 Holiday Beach, TX

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

  • Bay Area Healthcare Group

    400 Enterprise Boulevard, Suite A, Rockport, TX 78382

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
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Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Holiday Beach. 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 Holiday Beach, TX who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 24 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Holiday Beach. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 6 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 Holiday Beach, TX

No pharmacy near Holiday Beach, TX 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.

  • Walmart Pharmacy 8.6 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
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  • H-E-B Pharmacy 11 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Carters Pharmacy

    23 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Jerry's Pharmacy

    24 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 4 closest pharmacies to Holiday Beach, TX.

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 Holiday Beach, 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 Aransas County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Aransas County, the county that includes Holiday Beach, compare with Texas and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~22% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#149 of 254 Texas counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 41% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Aransas County vs Texas vs U.S.

Aransas County Texas U.S. ▲▼ = Aransas County vs the state average
Infection Aransas County Texas United States
Chlamydia
264 67 cases ▼ 46%
491.9 492.2
Gonorrhea
63.1 16 cases ▼ 64%
176.4 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
3.9 1 cases ▼ 74%
15 15.8
Syphilis (early)
7.9 2 cases ▼ 70%
26.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
47.3 12 cases ▲ 7%
44.3 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 Aransas County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 27% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 175 350 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Aransas County, chlamydia has fallen from 302.1 to 264 per 100,000 (13%), gonorrhea has fallen from 180.4 to 63.1 per 100,000 (65%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 12.6 to 3.9 per 100,000 (69%).

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 Holiday Beach, TX

Adults uninsured
15.7%
No routine checkup
21.4%
Binge drinking
14.4%
Frequent mental distress
15.6%
Depression
22.4%
Below poverty line
15.7%
Primary-care ratio
3,064 : 1
Aransas County
  • Primary-care shortage score 14 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 46
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 76th 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 Aransas County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Aransas County (2023)

People living with HIV
180 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
68

Aransas County HIV care continuum (2023)

Aransas County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 20.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Aransas County residents living with HIV, 70% are in care · 65% 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 Aransas County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Holiday Beach, TX

Residents heading down TX 35 toward the bay for a weekend pass through a stretch where health services aren't always top-of-mind, but STI testing in and around Holiday Beach deserves the same straightforward attention as any other health need. Young adults in the area, from those just starting out to those settling in, face the practical reality that sexual health screening isn't something to delay or assume will happen elsewhere. The clinics and urgent care facilities listed on this page offer confidential testing without the burden of explanation; what you discuss stays between you and the provider, period. The tight-knit character of a coastal community can make privacy feel like something worth protecting deliberately. Holiday Beach residents know that testing doesn't broadcast itself (results don't automatically reach employers, family, or neighbors) and that separation between your health decisions and your daily life matters.

Confidentiality is a basic service standard, not a favor. Routine screening catches infections early, when treatment is straightforward and complications are avoidable. Whether you're in a new relationship, between partners, or simply due for a check, testing is available without judgment or the need to justify the visit. Find a provider from the listings here and schedule an appointment on your own timeline.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Holiday Beach, TX

Walkability 9.25 / 20 · Below average

At 9.25/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Holiday Beach 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 Holiday Beach, Texas, EasySTD

ZIP 78382 snapshot

Residents
20,043
Median age
49.7
Median income
$63,434

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 78382 area around Holiday Beach: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Holiday Beach alone.

Holiday Beach sits in Aransas County, ZIP 78382. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Lamar Volunteer Fire Department
  • The Lamar Cemetery
  • Stella Maris Chapel
  • John Fagan
  • Site of the Town of Lamar
  • Mills Wharf

Major routes

  • TX 35 (State Highway 35 North)

Reference

STD testing in Holiday Beach, TX: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Texas 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 Texas, 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)

Texas 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 Texas

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 Holiday Beach, TX

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Holiday Beach, TX?

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

Can I use Medicaid for testing?

Yes, Medicaid typically covers it, and public clinics are free either way.

Where can I get tested for free near Holiday Beach, TX?

South Texas Family Planning and Health, about 7.9 mi away, provides free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Holiday Beach, TX?

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

How common is chlamydia in Aransas County?

Aransas County reported ~264 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Texas average.

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

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

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.

What samples are used for STD testing near Holiday Beach, TX?

Usually urine or a swab for chlamydia/gonorrhea, and blood for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis.

Can a cold sore cause genital herpes?

It can; oral HSV-1 transmits to the genitals during oral sex.

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