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STD Testing in Lumber, PA: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Chlamydia cases in Cameron County run at about 58% lower than the US average. If you are in Lumber, Pennsylvania for a one-time concern or regular check-ups, consider the trade-offs between public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits. Public clinics keep costs down, private labs prioritize speed, and at-home kits trade a clinic visit for convenience.

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STD testing near Lumber, PA

7 testing options are listed for Lumber, PA. The nearest, Cameron County Health Center, is about 5.2 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 5.2 miles

Cameron County Health Center

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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 9 reviews

Cameron County Health Center in Emporium carries federally qualified health center standing, which means its STI screening fees adjust to each patient's income on a sliding scale. Walk-ins are welcome for syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia testing without an appointment needed to get started.

Sliding-scale
Address
90 East 2nd Street, Emporium, PA 15834
Website
Community health center 5.2 miles

Keystone Rural Health Consortia

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A public STD-testing site about 5 miles from Lumber.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
90 East 2nd Street, Emporium, PA 15834
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website
Community health center 5.3 miles

Elk Regional Health Center

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A safety-net rural health clinic about 5 miles from Lumber. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
416 North Broad Street, Emporium, PA 15834
Website
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Quest Diagnostics

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Address
45 Bellefonte Avenue, Lock Haven, PA 17745 43.2 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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University of Rochester

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Rated 2.6 out of 5 from 128 reviews
Address
191 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY 14895 46.7 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 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 112 reviews
Address
235 Northland Ctr, State College, PA 16803 47.9 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Punxsutawney Area Hospital

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Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 97 reviews
Address
200 Prushok Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767 54.9 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Friday Closed
  • 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 Lumber, PA

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 Lumber, PA

The nearest testing center is about 5 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Lumber, 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 Lumber, PA who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 27 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Lumber. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 2 offer telehealth.

  • Victor Lahnovych, MD

    Family medicine · 90 East 2nd Street, Emporium

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  • Steven Koch, MD

    OB-GYN · 761 Johnsonburg Road, Saint Marys

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  • Zoe Hawkins, DO

    Family medicine · 761 Johnsonburg Road, Saint Marys

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  • Alexis Zimmerman, DO

    Family medicine · 761 Johnsonburg Road, Saint Marys

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  • Robert Schmidt, MD

    Family medicine · 177 Washington Street, Saint Marys

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  • Amy Kelly, DO

    Family medicine · 757 Johnsonburg Road, Saint Marys

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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 Lumber, PA

No pharmacy near Lumber, PA 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.

  • Rite Aid 4.6 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Cameron County Pharmacy

    5.0 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Giant Eagle Pharmacy

    21 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 21 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • St Marys Pharmacy

    22 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Lumber, PA.

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 Lumber, 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 Cameron County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Cameron County, the county that includes Lumber, compare with Pennsylvania and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~12% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#35 of 67 Pennsylvania counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 48% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Cameron County vs Pennsylvania vs U.S.

Cameron County Pennsylvania U.S. ▲▼ = Cameron County vs the state average
Infection Cameron County Pennsylvania United States
Chlamydia
205.5 9 cases ▼ 51%
421.2 492.2
Gonorrhea — no data 144.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S) — no data 9.1 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 10.3 16
Syphilis (late/unknown) — no data 11.4 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 Cameron County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 82% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 125 250 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Cameron County, chlamydia has fallen from 219.9 to 205.5 per 100,000 (7%), and gonorrhea has fallen from 44.9 to 22.6 per 100,000 (50%).

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 Lumber, PA

Adults uninsured
7.2%
Cameron County
Below poverty line
8.9%
Primary-care ratio
2,230 : 1
Cameron County
  • Primary-care shortage score 18 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 59.3
  • 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 Cameron County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Cameron County (2023)

New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
104

Cameron County HIV care continuum (2023)

Cameron County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 8.3 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 Cameron County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Lumber, PA

Most residents work without a four-year degree (about 11.3% hold one). Lumber sits in Cameron County, Pennsylvania: a small, rural community. Most residents own their homes, and many residents are out of the labor force: retirees or students. A clinic visit usually means leaving town, so home test kits and telehealth do a lot of the work here.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Lumber, PA

Walkability 3.86 / 20 · Least walkable

At 3.86/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Lumber 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 7 STD & STI testing locations in Lumber, Pennsylvania, EasySTD

ZIP 15834 snapshot

Residents
4,086
Median age
51
Median income
$47,880

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 15834 area around Lumber: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Lumber alone.

Lumber sits in Cameron County, ZIP 15834. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Little Museum
  • Community Park

Major routes

  • PA 120 (C C C Memorial Highway)

Reference

STD testing in Lumber, PA: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania, 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)

Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania

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 Lumber, PA

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many places can I test near Lumber, PA?

There are 3 options within a 30-mile drive.

Can I use Medicaid for testing?

Yes, Medicaid typically covers it.

Can I get tested in Lumber, PA without insurance?

Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.

What's included in a full panel near Lumber, PA?

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

How common is chlamydia in Cameron County?

Cameron County reported ~206 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Pennsylvania average.

How long do results take near Lumber, PA?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

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

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

Can STDs be treated near Lumber, PA?

Many STIs are fully cured with antibiotics; others, like HIV and herpes, are well managed with treatment.

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.

Who needs routine STD testing?

Sexually active people, especially under 25 or with new/multiple partners; everyone 13–64 should test for HIV at least once.

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