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STD Testing in Mead, NE: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Saunders County reported chlamydia cases run about 63% lower than the US average. If you're in Mead, Nebraska and need testing after a possible exposure or as part of routine care, consider that community or public clinics are often low-cost or free options, while private labs may offer faster results and more flexible scheduling. See the options listed below.

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STD testing near Mead, NE

4 testing options are listed for Mead, NE. The nearest, Nebraska Medicine, is about 13.1 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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Nebraska Medicine

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 595 reviews

Nebraska Medicine in Omaha requires an appointment and accepts Medicaid and commercial insurance, with fees on a standard basis. A single visit covers the full panel (HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and hepatitis A, B, and C) plus same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and HPV and hepatitis vaccines.

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Herpes and Hepatitis Added to the Panel

Plenty of STI clinics test HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia and leave it there. Nebraska Medicine extends the panel to herpes and hepatitis A, B, and C. Infections that often go undetected precisely because they fall outside a shorter screen.

PrEP Prescribed and Monitored On-Site

PrEP at Nebraska Medicine means an on-site prescriber who writes and monitors the regimen, regular HIV and kidney-function testing built into follow-up appointments, not handed off elsewhere. PEP is similarly managed by the same clinical team, with dosing and duration tracked through the full course.

Tests & treats PrEP
Address
20310 Blue Sage Parkway, Omaha, NE 68130
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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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 188 reviews
Address
10020 Nicholas Street, Omaha, NE 68114 21.8 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 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

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 45 reviews
Address
630 North Cotner Boulevard, Lincoln, NE 68505 28.4 miles away
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
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 69 reviews
Address
1001 South 70th Street, Lincoln, NE 68510 29.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 6:30 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 Mead, NE

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 Mead, NE

The nearest testing center is about 13 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Mead, 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 Mead, NE

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

  • Saunders Medical Center

    1760 County Road J, Wahoo, NE 68066

    CMS-certified lab

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 800 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Mead. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 139 offer telehealth.

  • Nicole Akers, MD

    Family medicine · 1760 County Rd J, Wahoo

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  • Christine Carlson Rahn, MD

    Family medicine · 4932 South 202nd Avenue, Omaha

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  • Katrena Lacey, MD

    Internal medicine · 11946 Standing Stone Drive, Gretna

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  • William Weeks, MD

    Family medicine · 11820 Standing Stone Drive, Gretna

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  • Victor Estevez Telehealth

    Internal medicine · 700 South Hwy 6, Gretna

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  • Derek Marshall, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 102 West Gruenther Road, Gretna

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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 Mead, NE

No pharmacy near Mead, NE 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 4 closest pharmacies to Mead, NE.

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 Mead, 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 Saunders County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Saunders County, the county that includes Mead, compare with Nebraska and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~29% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#41 of 93 Nebraska counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 56% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Saunders County vs Nebraska vs U.S.

Saunders County Nebraska U.S. ▲▼ = Saunders County vs the state average
Infection Saunders County Nebraska United States
Chlamydia
183.3 43 cases ▼ 61%
468.8 492.2
Gonorrhea
12.8 3 cases ▼ 89%
115.5 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
4.3 1 cases ▼ 59%
10.4 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 6 16
Syphilis (late/unknown) — no data 21.7 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 Saunders County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 15% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 100 200 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Saunders County, chlamydia has risen from 161.6 to 183.3 per 100,000 (13%), gonorrhea has fallen from 22.4 to 12.8 per 100,000 (43%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 4.5 to 4.3 per 100,000 (4%).

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 Mead, NE

Adults uninsured
7.3%
No routine checkup
24.8%
No transportation
5.3%
Binge drinking
22.1%
Frequent mental distress
13.4%
Depression
16.9%
Below poverty line
3.6%
Primary-care ratio
2,279 : 1
Saunders County
  • Primary-care shortage score 12 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 49.5
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 1st 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 Saunders County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Saunders County (2023)

New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
83

Saunders County HIV care continuum (2023)

Saunders County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 6 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 Saunders County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Mead, NE

County Road M cuts through a town where most households own their homes and many have done so long enough to know every neighbor's truck: that kind of rooted, family-oriented place where a third of earners clear six figures and the employment picture is genuinely strong. Those twin realities, stability and steady income, can create a sense that preventive health is someone else's concern, when in fact the conditions that make Mead feel secure don't make anyone immune to sexually transmitted infections. A notable share of Mead's residents are young adults still in the years when STIs circulate most actively, and this is precisely where the town's geography complicates things. A real time cost for anyone working one of the area's full-time jobs.

The options listed on this page account for that reality, offering a range of distances, hours, and fee structures worth comparing before committing to a route. With roughly a quarter of residents renting at modest monthly rates and household sizes running larger than average, shared schedules and tight budgets are just facts of Mead life. Knowing which listed clinic fits both is a practical first step.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Mead, NE

Walkability 5.26 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.26/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Mead 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 Mead, Nebraska, EasySTD

ZIP 68003 snapshot

Residents
4,953
Median age
43.9
Median income
$90,714

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 68003 area around Mead: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Mead alone.

Mead sits in Saunders County, ZIP 68003. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Atlas D Missile Site A-1
  • Deactivated Atlas D ICBM Launch Complex (549-A)

Major routes

  • N-92 (County Road M)
  • US 77 (County Road 11)

Reference

STD testing in Mead, NE: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Nebraska 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 Nebraska, 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)

Nebraska 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 Nebraska

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 Mead, NE

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many places can I test near Mead, NE?

There are 4 options within a 30-mile drive.

How much does STD testing cost near Mead, NE?

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

Can I get tested in Mead, NE without insurance?

Public clinics serve people without insurance.

What's included in a full panel near Mead, NE?

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

How common is chlamydia in Saunders County?

Saunders County reported ~183 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Nebraska average.

Can I get PrEP near Mead, NE?

Yes, PrEP, a daily pill that helps prevent HIV in HIV-negative people, is available in the area.

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

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

Is STD testing part of prenatal care?

Pregnancy screening is standard; ask about an early-pregnancy STI panel.

Clinic or at-home test, which is better near Mead, NE?

Clinics give immediate care and treatment; home kits win on convenience and discretion. Either works.

How do I prepare for an STD test near Mead, NE?

Little prep is needed, bring an ID and insurance if you have it, and note your exposure dates and any symptoms; for a urine test, avoid peeing for about an hour beforehand.

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