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STD Testing in Pima, AZ: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Graham County reported the gonorrhea rate about 58% lower than the national average. If you live in Pima, Arizona and want testing for a one-time concern or regular check-ups, weigh the convenience of walk-in clinics against the flexibility of labs and at-home kits. See your options below.

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STD testing near Pima, AZ

8 testing options are listed for Pima, AZ. The nearest, Canyonlands Healthcare - Palo Verde, is about 1.1 miles away. Compare 5 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 1.1 miles

Canyonlands Healthcare - Palo Verde

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 83 reviews

Canyonlands Healthcare - Palo Verde, serving Pima, earned its federally qualified designation by anchoring care to a sliding-scale fee structure tied directly to household income: meaning syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia screening costs adjust to what patients can actually pay, no appointment needed.

Sliding-scale
Address
18 West Center Street, Pima, AZ 85543
Website
Community health center 7.8 miles

Mt Graham Regional Medical Center

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Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 236 reviews

A safety-net rural health clinic about 8 miles from Pima. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
2175 West 16th Street, Safford, AZ 85546
Website
Community health center 7.9 miles

Canyonlands Healthcare - Safford

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Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 69 reviews

A public safety-net federally qualified health center · Title X family-planning grantee about 8 miles from Pima. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Title X Sliding-scale
Address
2016 West 16th Street, Safford, AZ 85546
Website
Community health center 7.9 miles

Family Medical Center

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A community safety-net rural health clinic about 8 miles from Pima. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
1492 South 20th Avenue, Safford, AZ 85546
Community health center 8.0 miles

Gila Valley Clinic

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Rated 4 out of 5 from 84 reviews

A public safety-net rural health clinic about 8 miles from Pima. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
1680 South 20th Avenue, Safford, AZ 85546
Website

Free tool · not a clinic

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 Pima, AZ

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.

At-home STD testing in Pima, AZ

The nearest testing center is about 1 mile away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Pima, 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.

Other CLIA-certified labs near Pima, AZ

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

  • Mount Graham Regional Medical Center

    1600 20th Avenue, Safford, AZ 85546

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
  • Clarence Wesley Health Center

    9A Clarence Wesley Health Center Loop, Bylas, AZ 85530

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
  • Safford Cboc

    355 North 8th Avenue, Safford, AZ 85546

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing

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

Clinicians near Pima, AZ who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 14 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Pima. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit.

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.

Pharmacies near Pima, AZ

No pharmacy near Pima, AZ 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.

  • Canyonlands Healthcare - Palo Verde

    1.1 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
  • Paloverde Pharmacy

    1.1 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
  • Albertsons/Safeway 7.2 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
  • Walgreens 7.4 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
  • Walmart Pharmacy 7.5 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Pima, AZ.

Directory records identify nearby pharmacies. Service, stock, price, and hours information is shown only when supported by current location-specific evidence.

PrEP, prevention & online treatment

Testing is one step. For residents of Pima, 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.

STDs & HIV in Graham County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Graham County, the county that includes Pima, compare with Arizona and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~30% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#9 of 15 Arizona counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 40% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Graham County vs Arizona vs U.S.

Graham County Arizona U.S. ▲▼ = Graham County vs the state average
Infection Graham County Arizona United States
Chlamydia
364.3 144 cases ▼ 34%
552.5 492.2
Gonorrhea
75.9 30 cases ▼ 60%
190.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
40.5 16 cases ▲ 68%
24.1 15.8
Syphilis (early)
40.5 16 cases ▲ 65%
24.6 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
129 51 cases ▲ 133%
55.3 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 Graham County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 13% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 225 450 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Graham County, chlamydia has risen from 342.6 to 364.3 per 100,000 (6%), gonorrhea has fallen from 83 to 75.9 per 100,000 (9%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 10.4 to 40.5 per 100,000 (289%).

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 Pima, AZ

Adults uninsured
12%
No routine checkup
27.4%
No transportation
8.1%
Binge drinking
15.9%
Frequent mental distress
16.7%
Depression
21%
Below poverty line
8%
Primary-care ratio
2,441 : 1
Graham County
  • Primary-care shortage score 21 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 61.5
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 85th 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 Graham County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Graham County (2023)

People living with HIV
108 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
65

Graham County HIV care continuum (2023)

Among Graham County residents living with HIV, 52.9% are in care · 52.9% 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 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 Graham County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Pima, AZ

Pima takes its name from the Pima people who lived in this region for centuries before settlers arrived, and that deep continuity still marks the town today. Many families have built their lives here across decades, raising children and grandchildren under the same roof, which creates a tight-knit fabric where health decisions, especially private ones, warrant careful thought about where to go and whom to trust. STI testing in and around Pima serves residents across all life stages, from young adults establishing themselves in work and relationships to long-settled households managing ongoing health. Because multigenerational homes are common here, some people prefer testing at clinics outside their immediate neighborhood, and that geography is worth considering when you choose where to get screened.

The clinics listed on this page understand that confidentiality in a close community isn't abstract, it's the foundation of whether someone will actually seek testing. Results and visit records stay separate from daily life, and staff are trained to keep your information sealed. Whether you're in Dublin or elsewhere in Pima, testing is a straightforward step, not a complicated one, and it happens without fanfare or lingering traces in town gossip.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Pima, AZ

Walkability 4.71 / 20 · Least walkable

At 4.71/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Pima 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 8 STD & STI testing locations in Pima, Arizona, EasySTD

ZIP 85543 snapshot

Residents
4,878
Median age
39.9
Median income
$89,808

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 85543 area around Pima: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Pima alone.

Pima sits in Graham County, ZIP 85543. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Vard Lines Memorial Arena
  • Eastern Arizona Museum and Historical Society
  • Heritage Park
  • Pima Railroad Station
  • Ebenezer and Mary Ann Bryce Home
  • Central Park

Neighborhoods & communities

  • Dublin

Major routes

  • US 70 (West Center Street)

STD testing in Pima, AZ: screening, costs & privacy

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

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 Pima 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 Arizona

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

Two things that actually depend on Arizona 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 Arizona, 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)

Arizona 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 Arizona

Source: Guttmacher Institute, Minors' Access to STI Services; CDC, Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy. General information, not legal advice.

STD testing FAQs for Pima, AZ

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many places can I test near Pima, AZ?

There are 5 options within a 30-mile drive.

How much does STD testing cost near Pima, AZ?

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

Can I get tested in Pima, AZ without insurance?

Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.

What's included in a full panel near Pima, AZ?

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

How common is chlamydia in Graham County?

Graham County reported ~364 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Arizona average.

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

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

Is there an at-home STD test for Pima, AZ?

At-home kits mail to 85543: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

Am I clear if I tested negative?

Negative is good news, just retest later if the test was soon after a possible exposure.

Is my STD test private?

Your results are part of your HIPAA-protected medical record; you can ask any clinic about its own privacy practices.

Should a rash after sex lead to testing?

Yes, a body or genital rash can be a sign of syphilis or HIV, so get tested and evaluated.

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