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

Gonorrhea in Douglas County is reported at about 89% lower than the US average. If you live in Osakis, Minnesota, and are wondering about STI testing whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind, there are a few options. Some clinics allow walk-ins for same-day testing while labs and at-home kits allow you to plan around your schedule. See the options listed below.

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STD testing near Osakis, MN

4 testing options are listed for Osakis, MN. The nearest, Sanford Health Laboratories, is about 10.8 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.

Highest rated 11.0 miles

Horizon Public Health

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 reviews

Horizon Public Health in Alexandria operates within a public health department, weaving STI care into the broader work of community health: gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV testing alongside TB screening, treatment, and HPV, hepatitis A, and hepatitis B vaccines, all on a sliding-scale fee with an appointment.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
809 Elm Street, Alexandria, MN 56308
Booking
Appointment required
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
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Community health center 12.6 miles

Centracare Health System - Sauk Centre

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A community safety-net rural health clinic about 13 miles from Osakis. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
425 Elm Street North, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 3 out of 5 from 74 reviews
Address
1527 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN 56308 10.8 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 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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Sanford Health Laboratories

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 10 reviews
Address
115 East Soo Street, Parkers Prairie, MN 56361 21.6 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 Osakis, 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 Osakis, MN

The nearest testing center is about 11 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Osakis, 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 Osakis, MN

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

  • MAX J Bielke Community Based Outreach Clinic

    410 30th Avenue East, Alexandria, MN 56308

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Alomere Health

    111 17th Avenue East, Alexandria, MN 56308

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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Showing the nearest 2 CLIA-certified labs.

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 85 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Osakis. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 23 offer telehealth.

  • Trista Nelson, MD

    Internal medicine · 111 17th Avenue East, Alexandria

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  • Juliette Power, MD

    Internal medicine · 111 17th East Avenue, Alexandria

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  • Sujatha Roberts, MD

    OB-GYN · 1527 Broadway Street, Alexandria

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  • Andrea Boe, MD

    Internal medicine · 610 30th Avenue West, Alexandria

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  • Benedict Haeg, MD

    Family medicine · 425 Elm Street North, Sauk Centre

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  • Ramesh Tentu, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 425 Elm Street North, Sauk Centre

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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 Osakis, MN

No pharmacy near Osakis, 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

    11 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Cub Pharmacy

    11 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Alexandria Apothecary

    11 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Rix Pharmacy

    11 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Sanford Pharmacy Alexandria

    11 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 11 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Osakis, 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 Osakis, 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 Douglas County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Douglas County, the county that includes Osakis, compare with Minnesota and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~23% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#54 of 87 Minnesota counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 38% of the state

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

Douglas County Minnesota U.S. ▲▼ = Douglas County vs the state average
Infection Douglas County Minnesota United States
Chlamydia
180.2 72 cases ▼ 53%
379.5 492.2
Gonorrhea
20 8 cases ▼ 85%
134.5 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
2.5 1 cases ▼ 71%
8.7 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 6.7 16
Syphilis (late/unknown) — no data 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 Douglas County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 6% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 150 300 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Douglas County, chlamydia has fallen from 282 to 180.2 per 100,000 (36%), gonorrhea has fallen from 48.7 to 20 per 100,000 (59%), and P&S syphilis has held roughly steady from 2.5 to 2.5 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 Osakis, MN

Adults uninsured
7.7%
No routine checkup
23.4%
No transportation
7%
Binge drinking
16.1%
Frequent mental distress
15.3%
Depression
24.7%
Below poverty line
9.4%
Primary-care ratio
892 : 1
Douglas County
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 60
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 12th 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 Douglas County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Douglas County (2023)

People living with HIV
38 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
62

Douglas County HIV care continuum (2022)

Douglas County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 6.7 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Douglas County residents living with HIV, 75% are in care · 58.3% 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 Douglas County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Osakis, MN

A trip to Lakeside Park or a quiet afternoon near Osagi Park is part of the rhythm here, and so is the practical matter of health maintenance that doesn't always announce itself. Osakis residents, many of whom own their homes and build lives here over decades, tend to value straightforward, affordable care that fits the local cost of living. STI testing fits that same ethic: direct, accessible, and handled without fuss. Young adults in their late teens through thirties make up a meaningful part of the community, a group for whom routine screening is often most relevant.

Testing in and around Osakis is available at clinics and providers listed on this page, each offering the confidentiality and privacy that health decisions deserve, especially when you're deciding what happens next on your own terms. The clinics here understand that a test result is personal information, and it stays that way. Whether you're new to the area, established here, or anywhere in between, screening is a step you can take without complication or delay.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Osakis, MN

Walkability 5.07 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.07/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Osakis 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 Osakis, Minnesota, EasySTD

ZIP 56360 snapshot

Residents
3,738
Median age
52.4
Median income
$65,395

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 56360 area around Osakis: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Osakis alone.

Osakis sits in Douglas County, ZIP 56360. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Lakeside Park
  • Osagi Park

Major routes

  • CR 3 (West Nokomis Street)
  • East Nokomis Street
  • MN 27 (State Highway 27)
  • CR 82 (West Nokomis Street)

Reference

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

Everything to know before you test in Douglas 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 an Osakis-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 Osakis 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 Osakis, MN

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Where's the nearest STD testing to Osakis, MN?

Sanford Health Laboratories, about 10.8 mi away, with 4 options within 30 miles.

How much does STD testing cost near Osakis, MN?

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

Is there free STD testing near Osakis, MN?

Public health clinics nearby provide free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Osakis, MN?

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

How common is chlamydia in Douglas County?

Douglas County reported ~180 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 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.

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

Usually urine or a swab for chlamydia/gonorrhea, and blood for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis.

What should I do after sexual assault?

Go to an ER or call RAINN (800-656-4673); they provide testing, PEP, and support right away.

Will an early test be wrong?

It can: too soon and a real infection may not show yet. Retest after the window to be sure.

How is trichomoniasis tested near Osakis, MN?

A urine test or swab finds trichomoniasis, one of the most treatable STIs.

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