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STD Testing in Pineola, AL: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Gonorrhea rates in Mobile County run about 50% higher than the US average. While testing regularly is important, those in Pineola, Alabama who have recently had a risk have several options, from low-cost public clinics to the speed of private labs, or the convenience of at-home kits. See below for a round-up of area testing options.

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STD testing near Pineola, AL

6 testing options are listed for Pineola, AL. The nearest, Mobile County Health Department, is about 5.9 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 5.9 miles

Mobile County Health Department

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 98 reviews

Mobile County Health Department in Mount Vernon pairs gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV testing with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, so a single appointment resolves what it finds. Fees run on a sliding scale, with Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance all accepted.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
950 Coy Smith Highway, Mount Vernon, AL 36560
Booking
Appointment required
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
Website
Community health center 7.8 miles

Accordia Health - Citronelle

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 64 reviews

Accordia Health - Citronelle welcomes walk-in patients without an appointment, making same-day STI screening straightforward. Backed by federal FQHC standing, the clinic ties fees to income on a sliding scale, covering syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia testing in a single visit.

Sliding-scale
Address
19140 South 3rd Street, Citronelle, AL 36522
Website
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Labcorp

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 17 reviews
Address
6701 Airport Boulevard, Mobile, AL 36608 26.4 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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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 53 reviews
Address
6345 Airport Boulevard, Mobile, AL 36608 26.7 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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Labcorp

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 69 reviews
Address
1201 Montlimar Drive, Mobile, AL 36609 27.2 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 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 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 2.8 out of 5 from 94 reviews
Address
919 Plantation Boulevard, Fairhope, AL 36532 39.1 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 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 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 Pineola, AL

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 Pineola, AL

The nearest testing center is about 6 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Pineola, 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 Pineola, AL

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

  • University of SO AL Mitchell Cancer Institute

    1660 Springhill Avenue, Mobile, AL 36604

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
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  • Pediatric Associates of Mobile

    740 Museum Drive, Suite East, Mobile, AL 36608

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Mobile OB/GYN

    6701 Airport Blvd Suite B-321, Mobile, AL 36608

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 367 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Pineola. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 33 offer telehealth.

  • Russell Stevens, MD

    Family medicine · 950 West Coy Smith Highway, Mount Vernon

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  • Amber Bokhari, MD

    Infectious disease · 19250 North Mobile Street, Citronelle

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  • Misty Ellis, MD

    Internal medicine · 1114 Shelton Beach Road, Saraland

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  • Thomas Garth, MD

    Internal medicine · 960 Industrial Parkway, Saraland

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  • Crystal Parks, DO

    Family medicine · 8010 Moffett Road, Semmes

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  • Haris Manan, MD

    Internal medicine · 7943 Moffett Road, Semmes

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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 Pineola, AL

No pharmacy near Pineola, AL 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.

  • Citronelle Drug

    7.4 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • CVS Pharmacy 7.9 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsMinuteClinic STI careHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Freds Pharmacy 1259

    8.0 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • McIntosh Drugs

    15 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Mimc Rx4u at Saraland

    16 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Publix Pharmacy 16 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Pineola, AL.

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 Pineola, 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 Mobile County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Mobile County, the county that includes Pineola, compare with Alabama and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~25% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#19 of 67 Alabama counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 72% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Mobile County vs Alabama vs U.S.

Mobile County Alabama U.S. ▲▼ = Mobile County vs the state average
Infection Mobile County Alabama United States
Chlamydia
746.8 3,074 cases ▲ 15%
651.1 492.2
Gonorrhea
269.4 1,109 cases ▲ 19%
226.9 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
55.1 227 cases ▲ 93%
28.6 15.8
Syphilis (early)
15.1 62 cases ▼ 26%
20.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
42.3 174 cases ▲ 73%
24.5 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 Mobile County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 1% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 400 800 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Mobile County, chlamydia has risen from 728.5 to 746.8 per 100,000 (3%), gonorrhea has fallen from 335.6 to 269.4 per 100,000 (20%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 19.3 to 55.1 per 100,000 (185%).

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 Pineola, AL

Adults uninsured
10.5%
No routine checkup
21.4%
No transportation
11%
Binge drinking
14.1%
Frequent mental distress
18.5%
Depression
24.3%
Below poverty line
26.5%
Primary-care ratio
1,405 : 1
Mobile County
  • Primary-care shortage score 20 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 53.81
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 83rd 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 Mobile County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Mobile County (2023)

Federal priority area: Alabama is one of the U.S. jurisdictions prioritized under the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative: targeted federal funding to expand local HIV testing, PrEP, and prevention.

People living with HIV
574 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
90cases countywide
On PrEP (coverage)
37.1%

Mobile County HIV care continuum (2023)

Mobile County recorded 26.2 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 16.5 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Mobile County residents living with HIV, 75.2% are in care · 57.8% 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 Mobile County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Pineola, AL

In the Oakdale neighborhood, families and young professionals live alongside long-time residents, many of whom head out to work early, balancing jobs and family life. With a strong presence of households earning higher incomes and a significant share of married couples, daily routines often involve juggling work schedules and family responsibilities.

The reality of life in Pineola means that for those who rent, managing expenses like the typical monthly rent can be a challenge. For households with more than one earner, coordinating schedules can be complex. Despite these challenges, the community's strong labor-force participation and high level of homeownership reflect a resilient and hardworking population. For younger adults still forming relationships, having easy access to health services, including testing, can make a big difference in maintaining their well-being.

With Big Rock serving as a local landmark, residents can find convenient options that fit into their busy lives, making it easier to prioritize health and wellness. The range of options listed here allows people to find a solution that works for them, whether they live near the center of town or in a surrounding neighborhood, supporting a healthier community for everyone.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Pineola, AL

Walkability 4.92 / 20 · Least walkable

At 4.92/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Pineola 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 Pineola, Alabama, EasySTD

ZIP 36522 snapshot

Residents
6,892
Median age
38.6
Median income
$48,961

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 36522 area around Pineola: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Pineola alone.

Pineola sits in Mobile County, ZIP 36522. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Big Rock

Reference

STD testing in Pineola, AL: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Alabama 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 Alabama, a minor aged 12 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)

Alabama 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 Alabama

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 Pineola, AL

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Pineola, AL?

Yes, several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.

Can I use Medicaid for testing?

Yes, Medicaid typically covers it.

Can I get tested in Pineola, AL without insurance?

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

What's included in a full panel near Pineola, AL?

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

How common is chlamydia in Mobile County?

Mobile County reported ~747 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Alabama average.

Is there an at-home STD test for Pineola, AL?

At-home kits mail to 36522: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

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

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

What happens if chlamydia goes untreated?

Untreated chlamydia can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and fertility problems, caught early, it's cured with antibiotics.

What happens after a positive result?

Get treated, notify partners, pause sex until cleared, and follow up, the infection is manageable.

Can gonorrhea have no symptoms?

Often, yes, especially throat and rectal infections, which is why site-specific testing matters.

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