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

Gonorrhea reports in McLean County are about 49% lower than the national average. If you are in Mercer, North Dakota for a one-time concern or regular check-ups, consider balancing cost, speed, or convenience when choosing among public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits.

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STD testing near Mercer, ND

6 testing options are listed for Mercer, ND. The nearest, Northland Health Centers, is about 8.6 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 8.6 miles

Northland Health Centers

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Rated 5 out of 5 from 4 reviews

Northland Health Centers in Turtle Lake runs a full STI panel (gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV, herpes, and hepatitis) with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections. Appointments are required, fees slide with income, and insurance including Medicaid is accepted.

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Spanish and Interpretation Services on Staff

Northland Health Centers offers Spanish-language services directly, plus interpretation for additional non-English languages. That dual capacity means clinical conversations (PrEP counseling, medication adherence education, test results) happen in the language each patient is most comfortable with, without routing communication through a separate service.

PrEP Prescribed and Managed Here in Turtle Lake

Northland Health Centers maintains a standing PrEP program, meaning the clinic initiates and manages the medication directly. No separate specialist required. For someone without a regular primary care provider, that continuity matters: PrEP requires periodic HIV and kidney function monitoring, and this clinic handles that ongoing care in-house.

Herpes, Hepatitis A, B, and C Testing Added to the Panel

The panel at Northland Health Centers extends to herpes and all three hepatitis types (A, B, and C) alongside the standard bacterial and HIV tests. Hepatitis C testing in particular produces a concrete follow-up path: the clinic also offers hepatitis A and B vaccines, so gaps in immunity identified at testing can be addressed at the same appointment.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale PrEP
Address
55 1st Avenue East, Turtle Lake, ND 58575
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website
Community health center 9.4 miles

McClusky Clinic

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McClusky Clinic, in Mcclusky, anchors its STI care around income-based fees: what you pay scales to what you earn, and cost alone won't keep you from being seen. Federal qualification backs that commitment, with screening for syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia available without an appointment.

Sliding-scale
Address
122 2nd Street Northeast, Mcclusky, ND 58463
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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 15 reviews
Address
4535 Northern Sky Drive, Bismarck, ND 58503 44.1 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday Closed
  • 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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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 2.6 out of 5 from 86 reviews
Address
3318 North 14th Street, Bismarck, ND 58501 44.8 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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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 8 reviews
Address
1800 East Interstate Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58503 45.3 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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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 23 reviews
Address
910 18th Street Northwest, Mandan, ND 58554 45.8 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 Mercer, 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.

Test from home

At-home STD testing in Mercer, ND

The nearest testing center is about 9 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Mercer, 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 Mercer, ND

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

  • CHI ST Alexius Health Turtle Lake

    220 5th Avenue West, Turtle Lake, ND 58575

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • CHI ST Alexius Health - Garrison

    407 3rd Avenue Southeast, Garrison, ND 58540

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Mercer. 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.

Nearby pharmacies

Pharmacies near Mercer, ND

No pharmacy near Mercer, 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 2 closest pharmacies to Mercer, 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 Mercer, 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 McLean County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in McLean County, the county that includes Mercer, compare with North Dakota and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~2% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#35 of 53 North Dakota counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 34% of the state

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

McLean County North Dakota U.S. ▲▼ = McLean County vs the state average
Infection McLean County North Dakota United States
Chlamydia
122.1 12 cases ▼ 72%
436.4 492.2
Gonorrhea
91.5 9 cases ▼ 38%
147.2 179.5
Syphilis (P&S) — no data 12.4 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 2.8 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
30.5 3 cases ▲ 154%
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 McLean County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 48% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 150 300 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in McLean County, chlamydia has fallen from 266.1 to 122.1 per 100,000 (54%), gonorrhea has fallen from 102.3 to 91.5 per 100,000 (11%), and P&S syphilis has held roughly steady from 10.2 to 10.2 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 Mercer, ND

Adults uninsured
5.9%
No routine checkup
20.4%
No transportation
5%
Binge drinking
18%
Frequent mental distress
12.5%
Depression
19.6%
Below poverty line
9.4%
Primary-care ratio
3,265 : 1
McLean County
  • Primary-care shortage score 17 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 60.2
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 7th 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 McLean County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in McLean County (2023)

New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
72

McLean County HIV care continuum (2023)

McLean 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 McLean County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Mercer, ND

Mercer's economy turns on agriculture and the trades: harvest schedules, equipment repair, seasonal work that brings people in and moves them out again. Young adults in particular cycle through the region for jobs in construction and farm management, often far from the clinics where they grew up. That mobility, combined with the close-knit character of small-town life, means confidential STI screening has real weight here. Testing in and around Mercer, listed on this page, lets people address their sexual health without the concern that results or visits might surface in conversation at the feed store or the diner.

The clinics and providers serving the area understand that discretion isn't an afterthought, it's central to how they operate. A test result belongs to you alone; the clinical staff has no reason or mechanism to share it with anyone in your life. That separation between your health record and the social fabric of town is deliberate and protected by law. Whether you're newly arrived, passing through, or rooted here, getting screened is straightforward.

Reach out to one of the testing sites available in and around Mercer, and you'll find staff ready to answer questions about what to expect and how results are handled. Sexual health is part of general health, and Mercer's providers treat it that way.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Mercer, ND

Walkability 6.87 / 20 · Below average

At 6.87/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Mercer 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 6 STD & STI testing locations in Mercer, North Dakota, EasySTD

ZIP 58559 snapshot

Residents
393
Median age
45.3
Median income
$96,964

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 58559 area around Mercer: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Mercer alone.

Mercer sits in McLean County, ZIP 58559. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Major routes

  • ND 200 (State Highway 200)

Reference

STD testing in Mercer, ND: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in McLean 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 Mercer-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 Mercer 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 Mercer, ND

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Can I get same-day or walk-in testing near Mercer, ND?

Some clinics and labs take walk-ins for same-day testing; call ahead to confirm hours.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Mercer, ND?

Most plans cover STD screening; a clinic or lab can bill insurance, or you can pay a flat self-pay price.

Can I get tested in Mercer, ND without insurance?

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

Which tests are offered near Mercer, ND?

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 McLean County?

About 122 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below 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.

Where do I get PrEP around Mercer, ND?

PrEP (HIV-prevention medicine for HIV-negative people) is available locally, any provider can prescribe it.

Can I test at home near Mercer, ND?

Yes, at-home kits ship to 58559; you collect a sample, mail it back, and get results in about 2–5 days.

What is expedited partner therapy?

Expedited partner therapy lets a provider treat a partner without an exam, where state law allows.

How do I prepare for an STD test near Mercer, ND?

Just note your exposure dates and symptoms; for urine tests, hold off urinating ~1 hour before.

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