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STD Testing in Mahtowa, MN: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

In Carlton County, the reported rate of gonorrhea runs about 80% lower than the US average. Whether you need a one-time test or regular check-ups in Mahtowa, Minnesota, some local clinics offer same-day testing with walk-ins, while labs and at-home kits let you schedule around your timeline. We list your options below.

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Available testing centers

STD testing near Mahtowa, MN

4 testing options are listed for Mahtowa, MN. The nearest, Lake Superior Community Health Center White Pine Clinic, is about 12.0 miles away. Compare 1 community and public clinic, 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 12.0 miles

Lake Superior Community Health Center White Pine Clinic

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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 23 reviews

Lake Superior Community Health Center White Pine Clinic, serving Carlton, earned federal qualification that ties its STI screening fees directly to each patient's income. Walk-ins are welcome for syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia testing, with no fixed price standing between anyone and a result.

Sliding-scale
Address
210 3rd Street, Carlton, MN 55718
Website
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Sanford Health Laboratories

Results in 1–2 days
No ratings yet
Address
614 Michigan Avenue, Walker, MN 99.7 miles away
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Today's offer: $10 off any test panel, applied automatically at checkout.

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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
No ratings yet
Address
5255 East River Road, Fridley, MN 108.1 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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Labcorp at Walgreens

Results in 1–2 days
No ratings yet
Address
3700 Silver Lake Road Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 109.1 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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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 Mahtowa, MN

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 Mahtowa, MN

The nearest testing center is about 12 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Mahtowa, 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 Mahtowa, MN

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

  • Community Memorial Hospital

    512 Skyline Boulevard, Cloquet, MN 55720

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • CMH Raiter Family Clinic

    417 Skyline Boulevard, Cloquet, MN 55720

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Gateway Family Health Clinic

    4570 County Highway 61, Moose Lake, MN 55767

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · COLA

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 206 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Mahtowa. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 59 offer telehealth.

  • Andrea Kratzke Nelson, MD

    Family medicine · 4572 County Road, Moose Lake

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  • Elizabeth Kohn, MD

    Family medicine · 4572 County Road, Moose Lake

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  • Randy Rice, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 4570 Cty Hwy 61, Moose Lake

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  • Lorraine Turner, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 927 Trettel Lane, Cloquet

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  • Jessica Woodward Lavan, MD

    Family medicine · 417 Skyline Boulevard, Cloquet

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  • Kara Underwood, MD

    Family medicine · 512 Skyline Boulevard, Cloquet

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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 Mahtowa, MN

No pharmacy near Mahtowa, MN 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.

  • Thrifty White Pharmacy

    10 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Essentia Health Cloquet Pharmacy

    13 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Walmart Pharmacy 13 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • White Drug Pharmacy

    13 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 13 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Medicine Shoppe

    14 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Mahtowa, MN.

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 Mahtowa, 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 Carlton County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Carlton County, the county that includes Mahtowa, compare with Minnesota 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.

#23 of 87 Minnesota counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 74% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Carlton County vs Minnesota vs U.S.

Carlton County Minnesota U.S. ▲▼ = Carlton County vs the state average
Infection Carlton County Minnesota United States
Chlamydia
271.6 100 cases ▼ 28%
379.5 492.2
Gonorrhea
35.3 13 cases ▼ 74%
134.5 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
13.6 5 cases ▲ 56%
8.7 15.8
Syphilis (early)
2.7 1 cases ▼ 60%
6.7 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
13.6 5 cases ▼ 7%
14.7 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 Carlton County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 3% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 175 350 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Carlton County, chlamydia has fallen from 276.2 to 271.6 per 100,000 (2%), gonorrhea has fallen from 93.9 to 35.3 per 100,000 (62%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 16.5 to 13.6 per 100,000 (18%).

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 Mahtowa, MN

Adults uninsured
6.9%
No routine checkup
25.4%
No transportation
6.7%
Binge drinking
18.9%
Frequent mental distress
15.4%
Depression
26.7%
Below poverty line
8.3%
Primary-care ratio
1,138 : 1
Carlton County
  • Primary-care shortage score 17 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 51.7
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 37th 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 Carlton County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Carlton County (2023)

People living with HIV
70 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
45

Carlton County HIV care continuum (2023)

Carlton County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 6.7 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Carlton County residents living with HIV, 90.9% are in care · 86.4% 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 Carlton County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Mahtowa, MN

Mahtowa takes its name from the Dakota word for "cool" or "cold," a nod to the region's lakes and springs that drew early settlers. That same landscape (quiet, close-knit, and anchored by gathering spots like Robert Johnson Memorial Park) shapes how residents approach health today. STI testing in and around Mahtowa reflects the town's character: accessible, straightforward, and built on the understanding that sexual health screening is routine preventive care, not something to delay or hide. Young adults living in Mahtowa often find themselves at a life stage where regular testing makes practical sense: whether they're establishing new relationships, navigating dating, or simply keeping their health on track.

Confidentiality here isn't theoretical; it's the ground rule. Test results don't travel through town gossip or workplace chatter. Clinics and providers listed on this page honor that boundary as standard practice, not exception. Getting tested locally means no travel burden and no waiting weeks for results.

The providers serving Mahtowa understand that straightforward access removes one more barrier to staying informed about sexual health. Whether you're due for routine screening or have specific concerns, the testing available in and around Mahtowa is designed to fit into your life without fanfare.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Mahtowa, MN

Walkability 4.04 / 20 · Least walkable

At 4.04/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Mahtowa 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 4 STD & STI testing locations in Mahtowa, Minnesota, EasySTD

ZIP 55707 snapshot

Residents
3,207
Median age
44.9
Median income
$81,471

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 55707 area around Mahtowa: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Mahtowa alone.

Mahtowa sits in Carlton County, ZIP 55707. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Robert Johnson Memorial Park

Reference

STD testing in Mahtowa, MN: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Minnesota 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 Minnesota, 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)

Minnesota 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 Minnesota

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 Mahtowa, MN

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Where can I get tested for STDs in Mahtowa, MN?

The closest is Lake Superior Community Health Center White Pine Clinic (12 mi); 1 option is within 30 miles.

What does STD testing cost around Mahtowa, MN?

Private labs ~$24–$139, at-home kits $49+.

Can I get tested in Mahtowa, MN without insurance?

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

Which tests are offered near Mahtowa, MN?

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 Carlton County?

About 272 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Minnesota average.

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

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

How do at-home STD kits work near Mahtowa, MN?

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

Can chlamydia have no symptoms?

Yes, most chlamydia infections cause no symptoms, so screening is the only reliable way to catch it.

What samples are used for STD testing near Mahtowa, MN?

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.

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