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

Ellis County has 38% fewer reported gonorrhea cases than the US average. If you're in Italy, Texas, and wondering about your STI status whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind, your choice of public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits prioritizes cost, speed, or convenience. Review your options below.

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STD testing near Italy, TX

6 testing options are listed for Italy, TX. The nearest, 572 Coleman Street, Waxahachie, Texas 75165, is about 14.6 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 14.6 miles

572 Coleman Street, Waxahachie, Texas 75165

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572 Coleman Street in Waxahachie earned federal qualification as a community health center, which locks in a sliding-scale fee structure tied to household income. Walk-ins are welcome for STI screening covering syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, with what you pay determined by what you earn.

Sliding-scale
Address
Coleman Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Website
Community health center 14.8 miles

Hope Health Waxahachie

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Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 173 reviews

Hope Health Waxahachie, in Waxahachie, meets patients where they are (uninsured, underinsured, or paying out of pocket) through its federally qualified structure that ties fees to income. Walk-ins are welcome for sliding-scale STI screening covering syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, with no appointment needed.

Sliding-scale
Address
572 Coleman Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Website
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Clinical Pathology Labs

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 39 reviews
Address
1003 Legacy Ranch, Waxahachie, TX 75165 16.1 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 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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Ennis Regional Medical Center

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Rated 4 out of 5 from 415 reviews
Address
803 West Lampasas Street, Ennis, TX 75119 17.6 miles away
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
  • 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 4.4 out of 5 from 15 reviews
Address
301 Hospital Drive, Corsicana, TX 75110 23.7 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 1:00 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 2.5 out of 5 from 62 reviews
Address
950 Belt Line Road, Cedar Hill, TX 75104 28.0 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 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 Italy, 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 Italy, TX

The nearest testing center is about 15 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Italy, 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 Italy, TX

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

  • Dermatology & Skin Cancer Surgery Center

    141 Rvg Parkway Suite 100, Waxahachie, TX 75165

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

  • Baylor Medical Center AT Waxahachie

    2400 North Ih 35 East, Waxahachie, TX 75165

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

  • Baylor Scott & White the Heart Hospital

    2360 North Interstate 35 East, Waxahachie, TX 75165

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 260 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Italy. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 121 offer telehealth.

  • Michael Schrader, MD

    Internal medicine · 607 Ferris Avenue, Waxahachie

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  • Ramon Kare, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 120 South Grand Avenue, Waxahachie

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  • Michael Carley, MD Telehealth

    OB-GYN · 1505 West Jefferson Street, Waxahachie

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  • Sara Northrop, DO

    OB-GYN · 1311 Ferris Avenue, Waxahachie

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  • Abdulahad Rehmatulla, MD

    Family medicine · 2400 North I, Waxahachie

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  • Ayad Latif, MD

    Family medicine · 2400 North I, Waxahachie

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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 Italy, TX

No pharmacy near Italy, 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.

  • Italy Family Pharmacy

    0.2 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 0.6 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Trinity Pharmacy

    14 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • CVS Pharmacy 15 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsMinuteClinic STI careHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • The Prescription Shop

    15 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Child and Family RX - Waxahachie

    15 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Italy, 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 Italy, 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 Ellis County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Ellis County, the county that includes Italy, compare with Texas and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~29% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#98 of 254 Texas counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 61% of the state

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

Ellis County Texas U.S. ▲▼ = Ellis County vs the state average
Infection Ellis County Texas United States
Chlamydia
357.7 797 cases ▼ 27%
491.9 492.2
Gonorrhea
111.3 248 cases ▼ 37%
176.4 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
6.3 14 cases ▼ 58%
15 15.8
Syphilis (early)
11.2 25 cases ▼ 58%
26.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
20.6 46 cases ▼ 53%
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 Ellis County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 7% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 200 400 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Ellis County, chlamydia has risen from 333.6 to 357.7 per 100,000 (7%), gonorrhea has fallen from 126.8 to 111.3 per 100,000 (12%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 5.7 to 6.3 per 100,000 (11%).

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 Italy, TX

Adults uninsured
16.5%
No routine checkup
25.5%
Binge drinking
16.5%
Frequent mental distress
18.4%
Depression
24%
Below poverty line
12%
Primary-care ratio
2,632 : 1
Ellis County
  • Primary-care shortage score 21 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 55.24
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 57th 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 Ellis County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Ellis County (2023)

People living with HIV
232 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
23cases countywide
On PrEP (coverage)
53.5%

Ellis County HIV care continuum (2023)

Ellis County recorded 12.6 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 20.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Ellis County residents living with HIV, 87% are in care · 71.2% 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 Ellis County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Italy, TX

Italy took its name from a railroad construction foreman of Italian descent, a piece of local lore that speaks to the town's roots in practical enterprise and connection. That same spirit of directness carries through to health care here: STI testing in and around Italy is approached as straightforward preventive work, not something to delay or second-guess. The clinics and providers listed on this page understand that confidentiality isn't incidental: it's foundational to the care they offer, especially for the young adults who make up a significant part of Italy's population and who benefit most from routine, judgment-free screening. Households in Italy often span generations and operate on tight schedules; people work, manage families, and move through their days with little margin for complications.

That reality shapes how testing services function here, they're built to fit into real life, not around it. Whether you're navigating a new relationship, addressing a health concern that's been nagging at you, or simply staying current with preventive care, the testing available in and around Italy meets you where you are. Results and your medical history remain yours alone, with no automatic flagging or reporting beyond what Texas law requires. The providers listed here have built their practices on the understanding that people need to know their status without fearing exposure or judgment in a place where many families have deep roots.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Italy, TX

Walkability 4.45 / 20 · Least walkable

At 4.45/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Italy 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 Italy, Texas, EasySTD

ZIP 76651 snapshot

Residents
4,071
Median age
36.8
Median income
$69,191

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 76651 area around Italy: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Italy alone.

Italy sits in Ellis County, ZIP 76651. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Downtown Festival Pavillion and Gathering place
  • John Marr Hardeman
  • General Edward H. Tarrant
  • Italy Colored City Hall
  • George Scott Memorial Park
  • Bruco, The Texas Italian Caterpillar

Major routes

  • TX 34 (Main Street)

Reference

STD testing in Italy, TX: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Ellis 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 an Italy-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 Italy 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 Italy, TX

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Where can I get tested for STDs in Italy, TX?

The closest is 572 Coleman Street, Waxahachie, Texas 75165 (14.6 mi); 6 options are within 30 miles.

Does Medicaid cover STD testing?

Medicaid generally covers STD testing.

Can I get tested in Italy, TX without insurance?

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

Which tests are offered near Italy, TX?

Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, a full panel covers the common ones.

How common is chlamydia in Ellis County?

About 358 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Texas average.

Can I test at home near Italy, TX?

Yes, at-home kits ship to 76651; you collect a sample, mail it back, and get results in about 2–5 days.

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 samples are used for STD testing near Italy, TX?

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

I had unprotected sex, should I get tested?

Yes, test after the window period, and if HIV exposure is a concern, ask about PEP within 72 hours.

What is a window period?

The gap between exposure and when a test can reliably detect the infection; testing inside it can miss a real infection.

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