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STD Testing in Marshallberg, NC: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Chlamydia cases in Carteret County run about 54% lower than the US average. If you've had a recent risk or simply test on a regular schedule in Marshallberg, North Carolina, costs are lower at public clinics, appointments are faster at private labs, and at-home kits trade a clinic visit for convenience.

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STD testing near Marshallberg, NC

4 testing options are listed for Marshallberg, NC. The nearest, Labcorp at Walgreens, is about 12.4 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 13.7 miles

Goshen Medical Center - Morehead City

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Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 8 reviews

Goshen Medical Center - Morehead City, serving Morehead City, welcomes walk-ins for STI screening without an appointment. Federally qualified status ties fees to a sliding income scale, making a single visit cover syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia testing at a cost shaped by what you actually earn.

Sliding-scale
Address
202 Penny Lane, Morehead City, NC 28557
Website
Most reviewed 14.0 miles

Carteret County Health Department

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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 22 reviews

Carteret County Health Department in Morehead runs appointment-based STI care covering the full standard panel, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections like gonorrhea and chlamydia. All on a sliding-scale fee structure with every service available at no cost.

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Every Service Runs on a Zero-Dollar Baseline

The sliding-scale fee schedule here reaches all the way to zero, no minimum charge, no service excluded from that floor. That means TB testing, herpes testing, hepatitis panels, STI treatment, and vaccines like Mpox and HPV all fall under the same no-cost ceiling when income warrants it.

Spanish-Language Care Delivered Directly

Spanish is a supported language at Carteret County Health Department, which means clinical conversations (exposure history, treatment instructions, follow-up guidance) happen directly in Spanish rather than being relayed through a secondary channel.

Herpes and Hepatitis Testing Added to the Panel

Testing here extends beyond gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV to include herpes and hepatitis A, B, and C, so a single visit can produce a more complete picture of sexual health status without scheduling additional appointments elsewhere.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
3820 Bridges Street, Suite A Morehead, NC 28557
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
Website
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Labcorp at Walgreens

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Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 11 reviews
Address
2202 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557 12.4 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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Labcorp at Walgreens

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Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 21 reviews
Address
359 Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, NC 28546 49.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 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 Marshallberg, NC

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 Marshallberg, NC

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

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

  • Morehead City VA Clinic

    2900 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Carteret Health Care Laboratory

    3500 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

  • Carteret Medical Group

    302 Medical Park Court, Morehead City, NC 28557

    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 Marshallberg. 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 Marshallberg, NC who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 88 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Marshallberg. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 17 offer telehealth.

  • James Crosswell, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 97 Campen Road, Beaufort

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  • Kerry Willis, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 1620 Live Oak Street, Beaufort

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  • Charles Stafford, MD

    Family medicine · 3004 Bridges Street, Morehead City

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  • Joseph Mccabe, DO Telehealth

    Family medicine · 505 North 35th Street, Morehead City

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  • Theresa Johnson, MD

    OB-GYN · 3511 John Platt Drive, Morehead City

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  • Kathryn Lucas, MD

    Internal medicine · 623 North 35th Street, Morehead City

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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 Marshallberg, NC

No pharmacy near Marshallberg, NC 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.

  • Realo Discount Drugs

    6.9 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Rite Aid 7.1 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Lookout Pharmacy

    7.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Beaufort Drug

    7.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 4 closest pharmacies to Marshallberg, NC.

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 Marshallberg, 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 Carteret County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Carteret County, the county that includes Marshallberg, compare with North Carolina and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~13% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#81 of 100 North Carolina counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 19% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Carteret County vs North Carolina vs U.S.

Carteret County North Carolina U.S. ▲▼ = Carteret County vs the state average
Infection Carteret County North Carolina United States
Chlamydia
227 158 cases ▼ 63%
607.9 492.2
Gonorrhea
67.5 47 cases ▼ 72%
243.2 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
10.1 7 cases ▼ 49%
19.9 15.8
Syphilis (early)
4.3 3 cases ▼ 73%
15.8 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
8.6 6 cases ▼ 64%
24 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 Carteret County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 21% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 150 300 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Carteret County, chlamydia has fallen from 297 to 227 per 100,000 (24%), gonorrhea has fallen from 76.8 to 67.5 per 100,000 (12%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 1.5 to 10.1 per 100,000 (573%).

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 Marshallberg, NC

Adults uninsured
7.5%
No routine checkup
16.7%
No transportation
6%
Binge drinking
13.4%
Frequent mental distress
15%
Depression
24.7%
Below poverty line
26.1%
Primary-care ratio
1,632 : 1
Carteret County
  • Primary-care shortage score 16 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 59.7
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 39th 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 Carteret County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Carteret County (2023)

People living with HIV
144 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
5cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
57 · PnR 7

Carteret County HIV care continuum (2023)

Carteret County recorded 8.1 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 15.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Carteret County residents living with HIV, 75.3% are in care · 63.5% 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 Carteret County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Marshallberg, NC

In Marshallberg's Bare Sand Beach neighborhood, residents enjoy a tranquil coastal setting, with many owning their homes and taking pride in their properties. The community has a strong family feel, with nearly half of the adults married and households typically consisting of two and a half people. This sense of stability and routine is reflected in the local workforce, where a significant portion of residents are actively engaged in their careers.

The town's character is also shaped by its economic profile, with a substantial share of households earning higher incomes and a labor force that's fully engaged. Manley Gaskill Park and the Marshallberg Picnic Area are local gathering spots, where residents can be seen enjoying the outdoors and each other's company. For young adults still forming relationships, having easy access to essential health services can make a big difference in their lives, allowing them to prioritize their well-being without added stress.

As residents go about their daily lives, the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum is a local landmark that showcases the area's rich cultural heritage. For those considering their health, the next step could be stopping by the Marshallberg Picnic Area on their way to getting tested – a simple, practical move that can help them stay on top of their well-being.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Marshallberg, NC

Walkability 5.03 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.03/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Marshallberg 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 Marshallberg, North Carolina, EasySTD

ZIP 28553 snapshot

Residents
449
Median age
56.4
Median income
$85,875

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 28553 area around Marshallberg: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Marshallberg alone.

Marshallberg sits in Carteret County, ZIP 28553. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Marshallberg Picnic Area
  • Core Sound Waterfowl Museum
  • Manley Gaskill Park
  • Bare Sand Beach

Reference

STD testing in Marshallberg, NC: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on North Carolina 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 Carolina, 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)

North Carolina 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 Carolina

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 Marshallberg, NC

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Where can I get tested for STDs in Marshallberg, NC?

The closest is Labcorp at Walgreens (12.4 mi); 3 options are within 30 miles.

Does Medicaid cover STD testing?

Medicaid generally covers STD testing, and public clinics test for free regardless of coverage.

Is there free STD testing near Marshallberg, NC?

Yes, Carteret County Health Department (14 mi) offers free testing, and public clinics serve the uninsured.

Which tests are offered near Marshallberg, NC?

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 Carteret County?

About 227 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the North Carolina average.

Can I test at home near Marshallberg, NC?

Yes, at-home kits ship to 28553; you collect a sample, mail it back, and get results in about 2–5 days.

How long do results take near Marshallberg, NC?

Lab results typically come back in 1–2 days.

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

In North Carolina, 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.

I tested positive, what are the next steps?

Start treatment, tell recent partners so they can test, avoid sex until cleared, and retest if advised, most STIs resolve with care.

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