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STD Testing in Hoyo Mulas, PR: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Syphilis cases in Carolina Municipio currently run about 39% higher than the national average. If you're in Hoyo Mulas, Puerto Rico, whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind, consider your options carefully: community and public clinics may be low-cost or free, while private labs often provide faster results and more flexible scheduling. Review your options below.

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STD testing near Hoyo Mulas, PR

3 testing options are listed for Hoyo Mulas, PR. The nearest, HealthproMed Foundation, is about 1.8 miles away. Compare 3 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.

Closest to you 1.8 miles

HealthproMed Foundation

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Rated 2.8 out of 5 from 14 reviews

HealthproMed Foundation in Carolina anchors STI care within a full-service community health model, offering rapid and conventional HIV testing, hepatitis A, B, and C, TB, gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia on a sliding scale, with bacterial infections treated same visit, by appointment, with all services provided at no fee.

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Zero-Cost Care With Real Downstream Reach

All services at HealthproMed Foundation are provided at no fee, which means a patient managing ongoing HIV treatment or starting PrEP never has to weigh medication adherence counseling against what they can afford that week. The full scope of care stays available without interruption.

Spanish Is the Clinical Language Here

Spanish is the operating language of care at HealthproMed Foundation in Carolina, not a supplemental accommodation. Medication adherence counseling, HIV test counseling, and PrEP education are conducted directly in Spanish, so nuance around dosing, resistance, and risk isn't compressed into translation.

PrEP and PEP Prescribed and Managed On-Site

Many STI clinics stop at testing and hand prevention medication off to outside providers. HealthproMed Foundation prescribes and manages both PrEP and PEP directly, keeping the clinical relationship, and the prescription, inside the same practice where testing and HIV medical treatment already live.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale PrEP
Address
Ave Monserrate Ab-20 Valle Arriba Heights, Carolina, PR 00983
Booking
Appointment required
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 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Sunday Closed
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2.0 miles

Aspira de Puerto Rico

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Aspira de Puerto Rico in Carolina tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV. All at no charge, with no appointment required. Walk-in rapid HIV testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial infections are available alongside prevention counseling and condom distribution.

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Every Test and Consultation Carries Zero Cost

The gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and rapid HIV tests each carry a flat cost of zero. Not reduced, not deferred, but eliminated entirely. That same zero applies to HIV test counseling and medication adherence education, so nothing on the service list generates a bill.

Spanish Is the Working Language of Care Here

Aspira de Puerto Rico staffs its counseling and testing services in Spanish, not through a relay system but as the primary operational language of every clinical interaction. HIV test counseling and prevention education are conducted in Spanish by the providers themselves.

Address
Carretera 8887 Km 0.2, Barrio San Antón Carolina, PR 00987
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
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Community health center 3.9 miles

NeoMed Center-Trujillo Alto

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Rated 4 out of 5 from 516 reviews

NeoMed Center-Trujillo Alto's federal qualification as a community health center anchors its sliding-scale fee structure, tying what patients pay directly to their income. Walk-ins are welcome for STI screening covering syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, with no fixed price standing between residents and the testing they need.

Sliding-scale
Address
130 Plaza Caribe, Trujillo Alto, PR 00976
Website

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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 Hoyo Mulas, PR

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 Hoyo Mulas, PR

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

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

  • Laboratorio Clinico Parque Escorial

    5829 Ave 65 Infanteria Plaza Escoria Suite 204, Carolina, PR 00985

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Laboratorio Clinico Doctor's Center

    Calle 11, Bloque 33 Num 17, Ave Roberto Clemente, Villa Carolina, PR 00985

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Laboratorio Clinico Villa Carolina IX

    Local 302, Carolina Shopping Court, Carolina, PR 00985

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 888 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Hoyo Mulas. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 58 offer telehealth.

  • Esther Garcia, MD

    General practice · 102 Calle Pedro Arzuaga East, Carolina

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  • Gabriel Miranda Ramirez, MD

    Urology · Dl13 Via Emilia, Carolina

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  • Angelo Coppola, MD

    Family medicine · A28 Calle C, Carolina

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  • Nestor Rivera-Perez, MD

    Family medicine · Roberto Sanchez Vilella Avenue, Carolina

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  • Jose Lozada, MD

    OB-GYN · 3 K-S9 Villa Fontana Via Mirta, Carolina

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  • Antulio Casiano Sosa, MD

    Family medicine · Bo Cedros, Carolina

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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 Hoyo Mulas, PR

No pharmacy near Hoyo Mulas, PR 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.

  • Super Farmacia Mi Btotica

    1.1 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Farmacia Alberty

    1.1 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Super Botica

    1.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Max's Department Store 2

    1.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Farmacia el Amal # 5

    1.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Hoyo Mulas, PR.

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 Hoyo Mulas, 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 Carolina Municipio: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Carolina Municipio, the municipio that includes Hoyo Mulas, compare with Puerto Rico and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.

#6 of 78 Puerto Rico counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 92% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Carolina Municipio vs Puerto Rico vs U.S.

Carolina Municipio Puerto Rico U.S. ▲▼ = Carolina Municipio vs the state average
Infection Carolina Municipio Puerto Rico United States
Chlamydia
223.4 337 cases ▲ 38%
162.1 492.2
Gonorrhea
78.2 118 cases ▲ 111%
37 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
21.9 33 cases ▲ 61%
13.6 15.8
Syphilis (early)
29.8 45 cases ▲ 52%
19.6 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
22.5 34 cases ▲ 44%
15.6 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 Carolina Municipio over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 6% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 125 250 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Carolina Municipio, chlamydia has risen from 133.1 to 223.4 per 100,000 (68%), gonorrhea has risen from 25.2 to 78.2 per 100,000 (210%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 9.7 to 21.9 per 100,000 (126%).

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 Hoyo Mulas, PR

  • Medically Underserved Area

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 Carolina Municipio.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Carolina Municipio (2023)

People living with HIV
669 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
19cases countywide
On PrEP (coverage)
10.8%

Carolina Municipio HIV care continuum (2023)

Carolina Municipio recorded 14.1 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 13.5 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Carolina Municipio residents living with HIV, 64% are in care · 55.5% 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 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 Carolina Municipio tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Hoyo Mulas, PR

Driving down Highway 19, the outskirts of Hoyo Mulas give way to sprawling subdivisions and isolated farmland, a far cry from the narrow streets and historic homes that line the main thoroughfares. For young adults in this rural county, navigating the challenges of adulthood means juggling work and life responsibilities, often with limited access to essential services. A common reality in Hoyo Mulas is that many residents rely on their cars to get around, which can make it difficult to find time for things like regular health check-ups.

The lack of public transportation in Carolina Municipio means that many residents, particularly those without cars, struggle to access services and amenities. This is particularly concerning for young adults, who are just starting to form their own lives and relationships. Without convenient and low-friction access to testing, these individuals may be more likely to delay or forego care, potentially putting their health at risk.

The range of options listed on this page - though limited by the county's rural nature - makes it possible for residents to find care in and around Hoyo Mulas. The nearest clinic, a drive from town, offers a chance for young adults to take control of their health and well-being, even if it requires some planning and effort.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Hoyo Mulas, PR

Walkability 5.42 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.42/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Hoyo Mulas 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 Hoyo Mulas, Puerto Rico, EasySTD

Hoyo Mulas sits in Carolina Municipio, ZIP 985. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Cerro San José
  • Los Cerros del Comandante
  • Ciudad Deportiva Roberto Clemente Walker
  • Playa de las Tres Palmitas
  • Playa Vacía Talega

Neighborhoods & communities

  • Buena Vista
  • Villa Justicia
  • Sector Ensanche
  • Carolina
  • Villa Caridad
  • Villa Fontana
  • Martín González
  • Sabana Abajo Sur

Major routes

  • PR-3 (Avenida Regimiento 65 de Infantería)
  • PR-26 (Expreso Román Baldorioty de Castro)
  • PR-66 (Autopista Roberto Sánchez Vilella)
  • PR-8 (Avenida Ramal Este)

Reference

STD testing in Hoyo Mulas, PR: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Carolina Municipio: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Puerto Rico 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 Hoyo Mulas-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 Hoyo Mulas 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 Puerto Rico

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

Two things that actually depend on Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico, public health clinics provide confidential STI testing and treatment; ask the clinic directly about consent requirements for minors.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) is potentially allowable in Puerto Rico: 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 Puerto Rico

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 Hoyo Mulas, PR

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Hoyo Mulas, PR?

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.

Can I get tested in Hoyo Mulas, PR without insurance?

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

What's included in a full panel near Hoyo Mulas, PR?

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

How common is chlamydia in Carolina Municipio?

Carolina Municipio reported ~223 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Puerto Rico average.

Can I get PrEP near Hoyo Mulas, PR?

Yes, PrEP, a daily pill that helps prevent HIV in HIV-negative people, is available in the area.

Can someone under 18 get tested in Puerto Rico without a parent?

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

How long do results take near Hoyo Mulas, PR?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

Is there an at-home STD test for Hoyo Mulas, PR?

At-home kits mail to 985: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

Clinic or at-home test, which is better near Hoyo Mulas, PR?

Clinics give immediate care and treatment; home kits win on convenience and discretion. Either works.

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