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STD Testing in Lakewood Park, ND: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Gonorrhea rates in Ramsey County are about 32% lower than the national average. Whether you're establishing a new relationship or maintaining ongoing care around Lakewood Park, North Dakota, your testing options vary: community clinics and public health services usually offer low-cost or free testing, while private labs can provide faster results and more flexible scheduling. To find the appropriate option for you, consider the list below.

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STD testing near Lakewood Park, ND

3 testing options are listed for Lakewood Park, ND. The nearest, Lake Region District Health Unit, is about 4.3 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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Lake Region District Health Unit

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Rated 5 out of 5 from 4 reviews

Lake Region District Health Unit in Devils Lake tests for HIV, hepatitis C, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia on a sliding scale that bottoms out at no fee: appointments are required, and bacterial STIs can be treated the same visit.

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No Fee Applies to Every Service Here

Without a regular provider or insurance, covering both testing and treatment in one visit can mean choosing which to skip. Lake Region District Health Unit's standing policy charges nothing for any service (testing, treatment, vaccines) so nothing gets deferred for cost.

Hepatitis C Testing Sits Inside the Panel

Leaving hepatitis C off the visit means a second appointment somewhere else before treatment can even begin, a gap where an active infection goes unmanaged. Lake Region District Health Unit includes hepatitis C in the same panel as HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, so nothing gets scheduled for later.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
524 4th Avenue Northeast, Unit 9 Devils Lake, ND 58301
Booking
Appointment required
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
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7.6 miles

Indian Health Service

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Indian Health Service in Fort Totten tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, with every service provided at no fee and no appointment required: walk in, get tested, and receive same-visit treatment for bacterial infections along with HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines.

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Address
3883 7th Avenue Northeast, Fort Totten, ND 58335
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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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 4 out of 5 from 6 reviews
Address
618 14th Avenue Northeast, Devils Lake, ND 58301 5.0 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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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 Lakewood Park, ND

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 Lakewood Park, ND

The nearest testing center is about 4 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Lakewood Park, 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 Lakewood Park, ND

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

  • Altru Clinic - Devils Lake

    1001 7th Street Northeast, Devils Lake, ND 58301

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
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  • Altru Hospital - Devils Lake

    1031 7th Street, Devils Lake, ND 58301

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
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  • Sanford Health Devils Lake

    620 14th Avenue Northeast, Devils Lake, ND 58301

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
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  • Devils Lake VA Outpatient Clinic

    1031 7th Street Northeast, Devils Lake, ND 58301

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 21 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Lakewood Park. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 2 offer telehealth.

  • Rita Nalubega, MD

    Family medicine · 503 3rd Street Northeast, Devils Lake

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  • Somasundar Bharath, MD

    Internal medicine · 1001 7th Street Northeast, Devils Lake

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  • George Trimble, MD

    Internal medicine · 1031 7th Street Northeast, Devils Lake

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  • Kirsten Peterson, MD

    Internal medicine · 618 14th Avenue Northeast, Devils Lake

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  • Jeffrey Vaagen, MD

    Family medicine · 3883 74th Avenue Northeast, Fort Totten

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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 Lakewood Park, ND

No pharmacy near Lakewood Park, ND 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.

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Lakewood Park, ND.

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 Lakewood Park, 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 Ramsey County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Ramsey County, the county that includes Lakewood Park, compare with North Dakota and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~24% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#5 of 53 North Dakota counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 91% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Ramsey County vs North Dakota vs U.S.

Ramsey County North Dakota U.S. ▲▼ = Ramsey County vs the state average
Infection Ramsey County North Dakota United States
Chlamydia
663 76 cases ▲ 52%
436.4 492.2
Gonorrhea
122.1 14 cases ▼ 17%
147.2 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
8.7 1 cases ▼ 30%
12.4 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 2.8 16
Syphilis (late/unknown) — no data 12 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 Ramsey County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 7% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 425 850 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Ramsey County, chlamydia has risen from 499.8 to 663 per 100,000 (33%), gonorrhea has fallen from 310.2 to 122.1 per 100,000 (61%), and P&S syphilis has held roughly steady from 8.7 to 8.7 per 100,000.

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 Lakewood Park, ND

Adults uninsured
7.9%
No routine checkup
23.2%
No transportation
7.9%
Binge drinking
17.6%
Frequent mental distress
14.9%
Depression
21.1%
Below poverty line
17.7%
Primary-care ratio
1,052 : 1
Ramsey County
  • Primary-care shortage score 17 / 26
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 47th 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 Ramsey County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Ramsey County (2023)

New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
42

Ramsey County HIV care continuum (2023)

Ramsey County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 3.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally. 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 Ramsey County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Lakewood Park, ND

Lakewood Park moves to the rhythm of steady work, the kind that fills weekdays and leaves people managing schedules tightly. Jobs here tend toward skilled trades and professional roles, the sort that demands reliability and leaves little room for health gaps. That working rhythm is precisely why confidential STI screening fits into life best when it's uncomplicated: accessible without fanfare, quick without compromising care, and genuinely private so results stay yours alone. The young adult population here, people in their late teens through their thirties building careers and relationships, often needs straightforward testing as part of routine health maintenance. Testing in and around Lakewood Park, listed on this page, meets that need without requiring time off work or elaborate explanation.

Clinics and urgent care providers understand the value of appointments that fit around your actual schedule, not the other way around. Roosevelt Park anchors the town's center, and the highways threading through (ND 20, ND 19, ND 57) connect residents to services both locally and in nearby communities. Whether you're looking for testing close to home or willing to travel a short distance, the resources available reflect the kind of straightforward, no-nonsense approach that suits how people here get things done. Screening happens, records stay confidential, and life moves forward.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Lakewood Park, ND

Walkability 8.2 / 20 · Below average

At 8.2/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Lakewood Park 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 Lakewood Park, North Dakota, EasySTD

ZIP 58301 snapshot

Residents
10,046
Median age
39.4
Median income
$58,688

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 58301 area around Lakewood Park: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Lakewood Park alone.

Lakewood Park sits in Ramsey County, ZIP 58301. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Roosevelt Park

Major routes

  • ND 20 (State Highway 20)
  • ND 19 (State Highway 19)
  • ND 57 (State Highway 57)

Reference

STD testing in Lakewood Park, ND: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Ramsey County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under North Dakota 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 Lakewood Park-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 Lakewood Park 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 North Dakota

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

Two things that actually depend on North Dakota 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 North Dakota, a minor aged 14 or older can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own, no parental permission is required.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

North Dakota 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 North Dakota

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 Lakewood Park, ND

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Lakewood Park, ND?

Yes, several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.

How much does STD testing cost near Lakewood Park, ND?

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

Where can I get tested for free near Lakewood Park, ND?

Lake Region District Health Unit, about 4.3 mi away, provides free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Lakewood Park, ND?

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

How common is chlamydia in Ramsey County?

Ramsey County reported ~663 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the North Dakota average.

Can someone under 18 get tested in North Dakota without a parent?

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

Is my STD test private?

Your results are part of your HIPAA-protected medical record; you can ask any clinic about its own privacy practices.

My test was positive, what now?

A positive means treatment is the next step; many STIs are cured with antibiotics, and all are treatable.

Do routine blood tests include STD testing?

No, standard bloodwork doesn't include STIs unless you ask, so request STD testing specifically.

Can syphilis symptoms go away on their own?

Yes, a syphilis sore can heal while the infection stays and silently progresses, so a blood test is the only way to be sure.

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