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STD Testing in Horatio, PA: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

With reported chlamydia in Jefferson County running about 80% lower than the US average, Horatio, Pennsylvania residents should know their options whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening. Clinics may bill insurance or offer sliding-scale fees, while many private labs let you pay a flat self-pay price. See the choices below.

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STD testing near Horatio, PA

6 testing options are listed for Horatio, PA. The nearest, Punxsutawney Area Hospital, is about 2.4 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 2.4 miles

Punxsutawney Area Hospital

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Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 97 reviews

Punxsutawney Area Hospital tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, HIV, and all three hepatitis strains, treating bacterial STIs on the same visit when results warrant. With every service provided at no fee, by appointment.

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No Bill Follows You Out the Door

Splitting care between a testing visit and a separate treatment appointment, or between two providers, means gaps where an infection goes unmanaged and costs accumulate. At Punxsutawney Area Hospital, testing, same-visit bacterial treatment, and hepatitis screening carry no fee, closing that gap before it opens.

Herpes and Hepatitis Testing Included in the Panel

Punxsutawney Area Hospital runs a panel that extends beyond gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV to include herpes and hepatitis A, B, and C. Useful for anyone without a regular provider who needs a complete picture of their status rather than a partial one.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
81 Hillcrest Drive, Suite 2200 Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Booking
Appointment required
Website
Community health center 3.1 miles

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Pennsylvania Department of Health in Punxsutawney tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B, and TB, with same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs when needed. All at no fee, by appointment.

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Every Test, Every Treatment, Zero Dollars

The no-fee structure here is categorical, not conditional: it covers testing, STI treatment, TB treatment, and vaccines including Mpox and HPV, with no income verification or copay attached to any line item. That operational commitment means the cost of a follow-up treatment visit is identical to the cost of the initial test: nothing.

Interpretation Services Extend to Clinical Conversations

Interpretation services are available for non-English languages across all appointment types at the Punxsutawney clinic: meaning counseling, test results, and treatment instructions are communicated in the language a person actually uses, not summarized afterward.

Hepatitis B Testing Sits Alongside the Standard Four

Beyond chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV, this clinic tests for hepatitis B and TB in the same appointment. Two infections that often go unscreened in STI-focused visits. Hepatitis B vaccine is also available on-site, closing the gap between a positive screen and preventive action for close contacts.

Tests & treats
Address
200 Prushnok Drive, Suite 202 A Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Punxsutawney Area Hospital

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Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 97 reviews
Address
200 Prushok Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767 3.2 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Clarion Hospital

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Rated 2.5 out of 5 from 167 reviews
Address
1 Hospital Drive, Clarion, PA 16214 26.8 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 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 3.9 out of 5 from 101 reviews
Address
397 Hyde Park Road, Leechburg, PA 15656 38.2 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 – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 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 3.5 out of 5 from 93 reviews
Address
1604 Burtner Road, Natrona Heights, PA 15065 42.6 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Saturday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 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 Horatio, PA

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 Horatio, PA

The nearest testing center is about 2 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Horatio, 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 Horatio, PA

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

  • Punxsutawney Area Hospital

    81 Hillcrest Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Penn Highlands - Brookville

    100 Hospital Road, Brookville, PA 15825

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 220 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Horatio. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 37 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 Horatio, PA

No pharmacy near Horatio, PA 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.

  • Penn Highlands Community Pharmacy - Punxsutawney

    1.7 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 1.7 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Stewarts Drug Store

    2.4 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Rite Aid 2.5 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Giant Eagle

    2.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Horatio, PA.

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 Horatio, 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 Jefferson County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Jefferson County, the county that includes Horatio, compare with Pennsylvania 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.

#59 of 67 Pennsylvania counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 12% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Jefferson County vs Pennsylvania vs U.S.

Jefferson County Pennsylvania U.S. ▲▼ = Jefferson County vs the state average
Infection Jefferson County Pennsylvania United States
Chlamydia
98.6 43 cases ▼ 77%
421.2 492.2
Gonorrhea
11.5 5 cases ▼ 92%
144.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S) — no data 9.1 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 10.3 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
2.3 1 cases ▼ 80%
11.4 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 Jefferson County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 23% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 75 150 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Jefferson County, chlamydia has fallen from 114.6 to 98.6 per 100,000 (14%), gonorrhea has fallen from 13.5 to 11.5 per 100,000 (15%), and P&S syphilis has held roughly steady from 2.3 to 2.3 per 100,000.

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 Horatio, PA

Adults uninsured
8.5%
Jefferson County
Below poverty line
19.1%
Primary-care ratio
2,101 : 1
Jefferson County
  • Primary-care shortage score 15 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 57.9
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 37th 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 Jefferson County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Jefferson County (2023)

People living with HIV
38 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
89

Jefferson County HIV care continuum (2023)

Jefferson County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 8.3 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Jefferson County residents living with HIV, 100% are in care · 100% 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 Jefferson County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Horatio, PA

Punxsutawney carries a quieter rhythm than its February fame suggests: the streets around Gobblers Knob empty out between festivals, and daily life runs on routines shaped by modest home values and a community where most residents have put down long roots. That stability is real, but it also means a significant share of households are carrying rent on top of other fixed costs, and with labor-force participation on the lower side, the households that are working tend to be working hard. Carving time out of that schedule for a clinic visit on US 119 or a drive down PA 36 isn't automatic.

That matters most for younger adults (people still in their late teens and twenties, building relationships and often juggling irregular hours) because they're the ones for whom a test that requires planning, a car trip, and a weekday window can simply not happen. The testing options listed here vary enough in hours, cost, and location that most people can find one that fits without rearranging their week around Harmond Field traffic or a shift that ends after most offices close.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Horatio, PA

Walkability 6.99 / 20 · Below average

At 6.99/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Horatio 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 6 STD & STI testing locations in Horatio, Pennsylvania, EasySTD

ZIP 15767 snapshot

Residents
14,136
Median age
43
Median income
$49,907

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 15767 area around Horatio: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Horatio alone.

Horatio sits in Jefferson County, ZIP 15767. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Gobblers Knob
  • Punxsy Ball Park
  • Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center
  • Harmond Field
  • Barclay Square
  • Zion Church

Neighborhoods & communities

  • Punxsutawney

Major routes

  • PA 36 (North Main Street)
  • US 119 (Indiana Street)

Reference

STD testing in Horatio, PA: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania, 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)

Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania

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 Horatio, PA

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Horatio, PA?

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

How much does STD testing cost near Horatio, PA?

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

Can I get tested in Horatio, PA without insurance?

Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.

What's included in a full panel near Horatio, PA?

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

How common is chlamydia in Jefferson County?

Jefferson County reported ~99 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Pennsylvania average.

How long do results take near Horatio, PA?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

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

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

Is there an at-home STD test for Horatio, PA?

At-home kits mail to 15767: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

How do I prevent STDs?

Use condoms, test regularly, get the HPV and hep B vaccines, and ask about PrEP for HIV.

Can a sore throat after oral sex be an STD?

Yes, chlamydia and gonorrhea can infect the throat, often with no symptoms, so ask for a throat swab if you had oral exposure.

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