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STD Testing in Keokuk, IA: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Lee County has reported chlamydia at 41% lower than the US average. If you want testing in Keokuk, Iowa before starting a new relationship or as part of ongoing care, clinics let you ask a provider questions and begin treatment, though at-home kits let you collect a sample when convenient. See the options listed below.

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STD testing near Keokuk, IA

8 testing options are listed for Keokuk, IA. The nearest, Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa, is about 0.6 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.

Community health center 0.6 miles

Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa

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Rated 4 out of 5 from 60 reviews

Community Health Centers of Southeastern in Keokuk, delivers STI care through a community health center whose scope extends to hepatitis C treatment on-site. Appointments are required; the standard bacterial STIs are treated same visit, and fees follow a sliding scale accepted by Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurers.

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Hepatitis C Antiviral Treatment Runs Through This Clinic

When hepatitis C is confirmed, direct-acting antivirals can be prescribed and monitored by the clinical team at Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa: the prescribing relationship, the follow-up labs, and the treatment course all handled within the same practice rather than handed off to a specialist network.

Hepatitis A, B, and C Are All on the Testing Menu

Beyond gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa tests for hepatitis C and carries hepatitis A and B vaccines. Meaning viral hepatitis is addressed diagnostically and preventively within the same appointment that covers the bacterial panel.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
1618 Main Street, Keokuk, IA 52632
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website
Community health center 0.6 miles

Henry County Health Center

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A safety-net rural health clinic in Keokuk. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
3285 Main Street, Keokuk, IA 52632
Website
Community health center 0.8 miles

Quincy Physicians & Surgeons Clinic

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Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 25 reviews

A safety-net rural health clinic in Keokuk. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
1603 Morgan St Suite 3, Keokuk, IA 52632
Website
Community health center 3.2 miles

Memorial Hospital Association

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Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 4 reviews

A safety-net rural health clinic about 3 miles from Keokuk. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
951 Broadway Street, Hamilton, IL 62341
Website
Community health center 3.7 miles

Blessing Corporate Services

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 17 reviews

A community safety-net rural health clinic about 4 miles from Keokuk. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
1102 North County Road 700, Warsaw, IL 62379
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 Keokuk, IA

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.

At-home STD testing in Keokuk, IA

The nearest testing center is less than a mile away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Keokuk, 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.

Other CLIA-certified labs near Keokuk, IA

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

  • William J Schulte

    1603 Morgan Street Suite 6, Keokuk, IA 52632

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
  • Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center - FM

    5445 Avenue O, Fort Madison, IA 52627

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel

Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Keokuk. 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.

Clinicians near Keokuk, IA who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 43 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Keokuk. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 1 offer telehealth.

  • William Schulte, MD

    Family medicine · 1603 Morgan, Keokuk

  • Craig Davenport, MD

    Family medicine · 1603 Morgan Street, Keokuk

  • Jennifer Reed, MD

    Internal medicine · 671 Wabash Avenue, Carthage

  • Douglas Heighton, MD

    Family medicine · 1454 North County Road, Carthage

  • Christopher Jones, MD

    OB-GYN · D/B/A Memorial Medical Clinics, Carthage

  • David Wenger Keller, MD

    Family medicine · 5409 Ave O, Fort Madison

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.

Pharmacies near Keokuk, IA

No pharmacy near Keokuk, IA 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.

  • Hy-Vee

    0.4 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
  • Hy-Vee Pharmacy

    0.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
  • Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa

    0.6 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
  • Walmart Pharmacy 0.7 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
  • Walgreens 0.9 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Keokuk, IA.

Directory records identify nearby pharmacies. Service, stock, price, and hours information is shown only when supported by current location-specific evidence.

PrEP, prevention & online treatment

Testing is one step. For residents of Keokuk, 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.

STDs & HIV in Lee County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Lee County, the county that includes Keokuk, compare with Iowa and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~25% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#33 of 99 Iowa counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 67% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Lee County vs Iowa vs U.S.

Lee County Iowa U.S. ▲▼ = Lee County vs the state average
Infection Lee County Iowa United States
Chlamydia
288.7 94 cases ▼ 32%
426.8 492.2
Gonorrhea
79.8 26 cases ▼ 32%
116.8 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
3.1 1 cases ▼ 70%
10.3 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 9.2 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
3.1 1 cases ▼ 69%
9.9 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 Lee County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 21% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 250 500 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Lee County, chlamydia has fallen from 458.9 to 288.7 per 100,000 (37%), gonorrhea has fallen from 157.9 to 79.8 per 100,000 (49%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 3 to 3.1 per 100,000 (3%).

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 Keokuk, IA

Adults uninsured
8.2%
No routine checkup
21.8%
No transportation
8.8%
Binge drinking
17.2%
Frequent mental distress
17.9%
Depression
21.4%
Below poverty line
17.5%
Primary-care ratio
1,582 : 1
Lee County
  • Primary-care shortage score 16 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 61
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 26th 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 Lee County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Lee County (2023)

People living with HIV
69 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
72

Lee County HIV care continuum (2023)

Lee County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 5.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Lee County residents living with HIV, 78.9% are in care · 73.7% 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 Lee County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Keokuk, IA

In Kilbourne Park, mornings unfold with a mix of routine and responsibility. Families and young professionals alike navigate the streets, balancing work and personal life. With a strong presence of homeowners, there's a sense of stability and community here.

The rhythm of daily life in Keokuk is influenced by the local workforce, where labor-force participation is a significant factor. Many residents work hard to provide for their households, which often include multiple family members. The bustling Main Street, lined with shops and services, is a hub of activity, while the George M Verity Riverboat Museum stands as a reminder of the city's rich history. For younger adults still forming relationships, life can get busy, and priorities often shift. Easy access to low-friction screening can make a big difference in staying on top of health.

As residents go about their day, some may find themselves heading down South 7th Street or passing by the Keokuk Power Plant. For those living in rental properties, managing expenses, including the typical monthly rent, can be a challenge. Despite these demands, taking care of one's health remains important. A visit to Tolmie Park or a stroll along the river can be a great way to clear one's head, and getting tested is a straightforward step that can fit into a busy schedule, starting with a stop at the George M Verity Riverboat Museum, where one can plan the next practical step.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Keokuk, IA

Walkability 8.08 / 20 · Below average

At 8.08/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Keokuk 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 8 STD & STI testing locations in Keokuk, Iowa, EasySTD

ZIP 52632 snapshot

Residents
11,904
Median age
40.8
Median income
$52,547

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 52632 area around Keokuk: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Keokuk alone.

Keokuk sits in Lee County, ZIP 52632. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • George M Verity Riverboat Museum
  • Keokuk Power Plant
  • Kilbourne Park
  • Tolmie Park
  • Tumelty Park
  • Kiser Park

Major routes

  • South 7th Street
  • US 136 (Main Street)

STD testing in Keokuk, IA: screening, costs & privacy

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

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 Keokuk 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 Iowa

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

Two things that actually depend on Iowa 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 Iowa, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own; a parent may be notified only in the case of a positive HIV test result.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

Iowa 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 Iowa

Source: Guttmacher Institute, Minors' Access to STI Services; CDC, Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy. General information, not legal advice.

STD testing FAQs for Keokuk, IA

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Can I get tested near Hamilton, IL instead?

Possibly, Hamilton, IL is close; compare it by distance against Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Keokuk, IA?

Most plans cover STD screening; a clinic or lab can bill insurance, or you can pay a flat self-pay price.

Can I get tested in Keokuk, IA without insurance?

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

Which tests are offered near Keokuk, IA?

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 Lee County?

About 289 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Iowa average.

How long do results take near Keokuk, IA?

Lab results typically come back in 1–2 days.

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

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

Should both partners test for chlamydia?

Yes, partners should test and be treated together to avoid passing it back and forth.

How do at-home STD kits work near Keokuk, IA?

You self-collect a sample at home, mail it in, and view results online, no clinic visit needed.

I tested negative, am I fully in the clear?

Likely yes, if you were past the window period; otherwise retest, and keep up routine screening with new partners.

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