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

In Ingenio, chlamydia diagnoses run about 64% lower than the US average. If you're getting tested in Ingenio, Puerto Rico for the first time or as a regular screening, clinics may offer insurance billing or sliding-scale fees, while private labs may charge a flat self-pay rate. See options below.

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STD testing near Ingenio, PR

5 testing options are listed for Ingenio, PR. The nearest, Morovis Community Health Center, is about 3.4 miles away. Compare 5 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 3.4 miles

Morovis Community Health Center

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Morovis Community Health Center in Toa Baja pairs gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV testing with same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs. All on a sliding-scale fee that also accepts Medicare and insurance. Appointments are required.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
Carr # 863 Km 1.0 Barrio Pajaros, Toa Baja, PR 00949
Booking
Appointment required
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
Website
Community health center 3.5 miles

MCHC - Toa Baja

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 24 reviews

MCHC - Toa Baja, in Candelaria, structures its fees on a sliding scale tied to income. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Backed by federal FQHC standing, the clinic provides STI screening for syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia without requiring an appointment.

Sliding-scale
Address
1 Carr 863, Candelaria, PR 00949
Website
Community health center 3.8 miles

Centro de Salud Integral En Dorado

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Centro de Salud Integral En Dorado, serving Dorado residents who pay out of pocket, lack insurance, or are navigating gaps between providers, carries federal FQHC designation that anchors a sliding-scale fee structure: making syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia screening genuinely affordable based on what you actually earn.

Sliding-scale
Address
D 81 Calle C, Dorado, PR 00646
Website
Community health center 4.2 miles

Centro de Salud Integral Toa Alta 1

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Rated 3 out of 5 from 15 reviews

A safety-net federally qualified health center about 4 miles from Ingenio. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Sliding-scale
Address
23 Calle Antonio R Barceló, Toa Alta, PR 00953
Website
Community health center 4.2 miles

Centro de Salud Integral En Toa Alta S.E.

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Rated 3 out of 5 from 14 reviews

Centro de Salud Integral en Toa Alta S.E. serving Toa Alta, carries federally qualified health center standing. The designation that anchors its income-based sliding-scale fees for STI screening. Syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia testing are available without requiring an appointment, with costs adjusted to what patients can actually pay.

Sliding-scale
Address
16 Calle Antonio R Barcelo, Toa Alta, PR 00953
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 Ingenio, 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.

Test from home

At-home STD testing in Ingenio, PR

The nearest testing center is about 3 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Ingenio, 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 Ingenio, PR

Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Toa Baja 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 Media Luna

    Carr Pr-865 Km 1 Hm 3 Bo Media Luna Luna, Toa Baja, PR 00951

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Laboratorio Neoclinico

    Carr, Pr -2, Km 18, Hm 9, Comunidad Macun, Toa Baja, PR 00949

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Metro Pavia Clinic TOA Baja

    Ave Sabana Seca, Int 867, Bo Sabana Seca, Toa Baja, PR 00951

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 908 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Ingenio. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 59 offer telehealth.

  • Elena De Jesus Pagan, MD

    OB-GYN · 8058 Plaza Gaviotas, Toa Baja

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  • Javier Tirado Manzano, MD

    Internal medicine · 316 Calle Mendez Vigo, Dorado

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  • Carlos Robles Rivera, MD

    Internal medicine · East 3179 Paseo Cresta Street, Toa Baja

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  • William Ruiz Vale, MD

    OB-GYN · 349 Calle Mendez Vigo, Dorado

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  • Yolanda Sierra Quinones, MD

    Internal medicine · Y35 Ave Blvd Monroig, Toa Baja

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  • Ramon Gerena, MD

    Family medicine · Calle Lizzie Graham, Toa Baja

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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 Ingenio, PR

No pharmacy near Ingenio, 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.

  • Farmacia el Amal # 37

    2.4 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Farmacia One Stop Prescription

    3.1 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Farmacia Caridad

    3.7 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Walgreens 3.9 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
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  • Farmacias Plaza 15

    4.2 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 4.3 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Ingenio, 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 Ingenio, 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 Toa Baja Municipio: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Toa Baja Municipio, the municipio that includes Ingenio, compare with Puerto Rico and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~16% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#23 of 78 Puerto Rico counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 71% of the state

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

Toa Baja Municipio Puerto Rico U.S. ▲▼ = Toa Baja Municipio vs the state average
Infection Toa Baja Municipio Puerto Rico United States
Chlamydia
179.4 129 cases ▲ 11%
162.1 492.2
Gonorrhea
47.3 34 cases ▲ 28%
37 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
25 18 cases ▲ 84%
13.6 15.8
Syphilis (early)
29.2 21 cases ▲ 49%
19.6 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
29.2 21 cases ▲ 87%
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 Toa Baja Municipio over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 5% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 100 200 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Toa Baja Municipio, chlamydia has risen from 90.3 to 179.4 per 100,000 (99%), gonorrhea has risen from 13.3 to 47.3 per 100,000 (256%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 10.6 to 25 per 100,000 (136%).

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 Ingenio, 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 Toa Baja Municipio.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Toa Baja Municipio (2023)

People living with HIV
660 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
9cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
49 · PnR 3.56

Toa Baja Municipio HIV care continuum (2023)

Toa Baja Municipio recorded 14 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 13.5 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Toa Baja Municipio residents living with HIV, 63.2% are in care · 56.3% 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 Toa Baja Municipio tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Ingenio, PR

Ingenio's daily rhythm is shaped by its congested streets, where residents navigate crowded sidewalks and parking lots to get to work or school. For many, a testing visit during the week is a logistical challenge, especially when considering the long commute to the nearest healthcare facility. The typical working week is often dictated by the demands of a part-time or gig economy job, making it difficult to find a convenient time to schedule a test. This reality is exacerbated by the fact that many residents are renters, who may not have the same level of control over their living arrangements.

The cost of living in Ingenio is a significant factor in determining household income. With a typical rent of $503 per month, it's not uncommon for residents to struggle to make ends meet, especially when combined with the need to cover transportation costs and other living expenses. This economic pressure can make it challenging for young adults, who are more likely to be sexually active and at higher risk for STIs, to prioritize testing and prevention.

As Ingenio continues to grow and develop, it's essential that residents have access to convenient and affordable testing options. With the highest-STI-incidence band among young adults, it's crucial that the community comes together to support prevention and testing efforts. By prioritizing STI testing and education, Ingenio can take a proactive step towards reducing the spread of STIs and promoting a healthier, more informed community.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Ingenio, PR

Walkability 5.39 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.39/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Ingenio 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 Ingenio, Puerto Rico, EasySTD

Ingenio sits in Toa Baja Municipio, ZIP 949. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Antonio López
  • Playa de Levittown
  • Cerros de Higuillar
  • El Horno
  • Alto Las Ovejas
  • El Gran Parque Agroturístico Ecológico de Dorado

Neighborhoods & communities

  • Villa Calma
  • Villa Esperanza
  • Villa Quintero
  • Mameyal
  • Sector El 26
  • Villa Hostos
  • Sabana Seca
  • Campanilla

Major routes

  • Carril Expreso PR-22
  • PR-22 (Autopista José de Diego)
  • Peaje Pórtico de Toa Baja
  • PR-165 (Ruta del Encanto)
  • PR-2 (Carretera Militar)

Reference

STD testing in Ingenio, PR: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Toa Baja 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 an Ingenio-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 Ingenio 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 Ingenio, PR

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many places can I test near Ingenio, PR?

There are 5 options within a 30-mile drive.

How much does STD testing cost near Ingenio, PR?

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

Is there free HIV testing near Ingenio, PR?

Yes, free HIV testing is available at public clinics in the area.

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

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

How common is chlamydia in Toa Baja Municipio?

Toa Baja Municipio reported ~179 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Puerto Rico average.

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 Ingenio, PR?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

Does the test site matter for gonorrhea?

Yes, site matters; oral/anal exposure needs a throat or rectal swab, which urine testing won't catch.

Does a negative test mean I'm safe?

Reassuring if you tested after the window, just retest if it was early, and screen again with new partners.

What happens after a positive result?

Get treated, notify partners, pause sex until cleared, and follow up, the infection is manageable.

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