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STD Testing in Kiowa, CO: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

While Elbert County sees syphilis reported around 78% less often than the US average, regular testing is still important if you've had a recent risk or test on a regular schedule in Kiowa, Colorado. Community and public clinics are often low-cost or free, while private labs tend to offer faster results and more flexible scheduling. Check the list below for your options.

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STD testing near Kiowa, CO

5 testing options are listed for Kiowa, CO. The nearest, Elbert County Public Health Clinic, is about 0.8 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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Elbert County Public Health Clinic

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Elbert County Public Health Clinic in Kiowa tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C, and tuberculosis. A wider net than most county clinics cast. Fees run on a sliding scale with Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance accepted; appointments are required.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
75 Ute Avenue, PO Box 201 Kiowa, CO 80117
Booking
Appointment required
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 Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Labcorp

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Rated 2.7 out of 5 from 116 reviews
Address
9399 Crown Crest Boulevard, Parker, CO 80138 20.1 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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Labcorp at Walgreens

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Rated 2.7 out of 5 from 71 reviews
Address
24250 East Smoky Hill Road, Aurora, CO 80016 21.4 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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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 68 reviews
Address
880 South Perry Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104 21.6 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 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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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 128 reviews
Address
9397 Crown Crest Boulevard, Parker, CO 80138 21.9 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 4:30 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 Kiowa, CO

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 Kiowa, CO

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

Local clinicians

Clinicians near Kiowa, CO who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 537 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Kiowa. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 235 offer telehealth.

  • Amilda Heckman, DO

    Family medicine · 34061 Forest Park Drive, Elizabeth

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  • Edward Carriere, MD

    Internal medicine · 2400 South Russellville Road, Franktown

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  • Daniel Horne, MD

    Urology · 1400 North Hwy 83, Franktown

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  • Kristina Reitz, MD

    Internal medicine · 12249 Pine Bluffs Way, Parker

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  • Emily Schultz, DO

    Family medicine · 17200 Red Cosmos Pt, Parker

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  • Michael Nickle, DO

    Family medicine · 8401 South Chambers Road, Parker

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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 Kiowa, CO

No pharmacy near Kiowa, CO 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.

  • Albertsons/Safeway 8.1 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 8.7 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 19 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • King Soopers Pharmacy

    19 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 4 closest pharmacies to Kiowa, CO.

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 Kiowa, 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 Elbert County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Elbert County, the county that includes Kiowa, compare with Colorado and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~39% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#49 of 64 Colorado counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 23% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Elbert County vs Colorado vs U.S.

Elbert County Colorado U.S. ▲▼ = Elbert County vs the state average
Infection Elbert County Colorado United States
Chlamydia
149.3 43 cases ▼ 66%
435.1 492.2
Gonorrhea
27.8 8 cases ▼ 78%
128.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
3.5 1 cases ▼ 78%
16 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 10.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
3.5 1 cases ▼ 88%
28.4 29.5

Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. These figures are the latest available surveillance estimates. Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown.

Reading these numbers: reported case rates only count infections that were actually tested for and diagnosed, so they track local screening effort as much as true spread: a higher rate can reflect more testing, a lower one less. Either way, most STIs cause no symptoms, so treat the figures above as context rather than a verdict, and test on the CDC's schedule regardless of how your area looks.

Reported STD rates in Elbert County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 14% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 100 200 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Elbert County, chlamydia has fallen from 165 to 149.3 per 100,000 (10%), gonorrhea has fallen from 57.6 to 27.8 per 100,000 (52%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 15.3 to 3.5 per 100,000 (77%).

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 Kiowa, CO

Adults uninsured
7.7%
No routine checkup
26.6%
Binge drinking
17.6%
Frequent mental distress
16%
Depression
22.5%
Below poverty line
12%
Primary-care ratio
9,043 : 1
Elbert County
  • Primary-care shortage score 16 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 58.8
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 0th 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 Elbert County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Elbert County (2023)

People living with HIV
109 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
134

Elbert County HIV care continuum (2022)

Elbert County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 9.6 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Elbert County residents living with HIV, 65.4% are in care · 61.5% 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 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 Elbert County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Kiowa, CO

Kiowa's name honors the Kiowa people whose territory once extended across these plains, a legacy visible in the town's deliberate preservation of open space and community gathering grounds like Fawn Valley Park. That same commitment to residents' wellbeing extends to sexual health: STI testing in and around Kiowa is available through providers listed on this page, accessible whether you live along CO 86 or the quieter stretches of Kiowa-Bennett Road. Young adults in their late teens through thirties make up a meaningful part of Kiowa's population, and routine screening fits naturally into life here: before a new relationship, after a concerning encounter, or simply as part of staying informed.

Testing remains confidential; results don't circulate through town gossip or appear in any record a future employer might see. The clinics and urgent-care facilities serving Kiowa understand that people test for different reasons and on different timelines. Whether you're seeking your first screening, a follow-up after treatment, or peace of mind, the providers listed here handle these visits as straightforward health care, no judgment attached.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Kiowa, CO

Walkability 5.16 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.16/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Kiowa 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 Kiowa, Colorado, EasySTD

ZIP 80117 snapshot

Residents
2,516
Median age
47.1
Median income
$104,342

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 80117 area around Kiowa: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Kiowa alone.

Kiowa sits in Elbert County, ZIP 80117. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Fawn Valley Park
  • A.F. Nordman Memorial Park
  • Hungate Memorial

Major routes

  • CO 86 (Comanche Street)
  • CR 49 (Ute Avenue)
  • North Elbert Road

Reference

STD testing in Kiowa, CO: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Colorado 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 Colorado, 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)

Colorado 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 Colorado

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 Kiowa, CO

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Can I get tested near Castle Rock, CO instead?

Possibly, Castle Rock, CO is close; compare it by distance against Elbert County Public Health Clinic.

What does STD testing cost around Kiowa, CO?

Public clinics are free; private labs ~$24–$139, at-home kits $49+.

Is there free STD testing near Kiowa, CO?

Yes, public clinics in the area offer free or low-cost testing.

Which tests are offered near Kiowa, CO?

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 Elbert County?

About 149 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Colorado average.

How long do results take near Kiowa, CO?

Lab results typically come back in 1–2 days.

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

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

Can I test at home near Kiowa, CO?

Yes, at-home kits ship to 80117; you collect a sample, mail it back, and get results in about 2–5 days.

Is my health information protected when I test?

Medical records are protected under federal HIPAA law, ask the clinic how it handles your information.

Can I be vaccinated against any STIs?

HPV and hepatitis B vaccines prevent those infections, ask a provider if you're due.

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