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STD Testing in Ravalli, MT: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

In Ravalli, there are about 31% fewer reported chlamydia infections than the US average. Test results are crucial whether you need testing after a possible exposure or as part of routine care in Ravalli, Montana. Some options may bill insurance or offer sliding-scale fees; others let you pay a flat, self-pay price. See the list below for your Ravalli testing options.

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STD testing near Ravalli, MT

2 testing options are listed for Ravalli, MT. The nearest, Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council, is about 3.8 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council

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Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews

Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council in Saint Ignatius tests for gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia, herpes, and HIV, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and carries HPV and hepatitis vaccines alongside family planning. All services are provided at no fee, appointment required.

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Every Service Runs at Zero Cost

Sliding-scale fees still leave a balance for many people, and sliding-scale is what most clinics offer. At Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council, no fee applies to any service (testing, treatment, vaccines, or family planning) for anyone who comes through the door.

Substance-Use Treatment Shares the Same Roof

STI clinics routinely treat the infection and leave everything else to outside referrals that may never materialize. Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council builds substance-use treatment directly into its services, so both needs are addressed by the same care team in Saint Ignatius.

Herpes Testing Included, No Second Appointment

Leaving Saint Ignatius with gonorrhea and chlamydia results but no herpes answer means scheduling a separate visit, often at a different facility, and paying again. Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council adds herpes to the standard panel, so that gap doesn't send you elsewhere.

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Address
35401 Mission Drive, Saint Ignatius, MT 59865
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 28 reviews
Address
2819 Great Northern Loop, Missoula, MT 59808 28.1 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 Ravalli, MT

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 Ravalli, MT

The nearest testing center is about 4 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Ravalli, 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 Ravalli, MT

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

  • Logan Health Primary Care Polson

    106 Ridgewater Drive, Suite A, Polson, MT 59860

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • ST Luke Community Healthcare

    107 6th Avenue Southwest, Ronan, MT 59864

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 105 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Ravalli. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 35 offer telehealth.

  • Dennis Peterson, MD

    Internal medicine · 35401 Mission Drive, Saint Ignatius

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  • Edred Vizcarra, MD

    Family medicine · 126 6th Avenue Southwest, Ronan

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  • Kimberly Damrow, MD Telehealth

    Internal medicine · 107 6th Avenue Southwest, Ronan

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  • Kelly Bagnell, MD

    OB-GYN · 63351 US Hwy 93, Ronan

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  • Jonathon James, DO Telehealth

    Family medicine · 3075 North Reserve Street, Missoula

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  • Nathaniel Ebersole, DO

    Internal medicine · 6 13th Avenue East, Polson

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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 Ravalli, MT

No pharmacy near Ravalli, MT 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.

  • St. Ignatius Tribal Health Pharmacy

    3.8 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • CSKT St. Ignatius Health Center Pharmacy

    3.9 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Mission Drug

    4.2 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • R&R Health Care Solutions

    17 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Family Health Pharmacy & Gift

    17 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Ravalli, MT.

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 Ravalli, 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 Lake County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Lake County, the county that includes Ravalli, compare with Montana and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~28% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#11 of 56 Montana counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 80% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Lake County vs Montana vs U.S.

Lake County Montana U.S. ▲▼ = Lake County vs the state average
Infection Lake County Montana United States
Chlamydia
342 114 cases ▲ 6%
322.6 492.2
Gonorrhea
48 16 cases ▼ 29%
67.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
3 1 cases ▼ 89%
27.5 15.8
Syphilis (early)
3 1 cases ▼ 76%
12.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
24 8 cases ▼ 12%
27.2 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 Lake County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 18% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 275 550 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Lake County, chlamydia has fallen from 462.5 to 342 per 100,000 (26%), gonorrhea has fallen from 134.9 to 48 per 100,000 (64%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 3.2 to 3 per 100,000 (6%).

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 Ravalli, MT

Adults uninsured
10.7%
No routine checkup
25.5%
No transportation
10.4%
Binge drinking
18.4%
Frequent mental distress
17.6%
Depression
24.4%
Below poverty line
5.7%
Primary-care ratio
1,335 : 1
Lake County
  • Primary-care shortage score 19 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 75th 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 Lake County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Lake County (2023)

People living with HIV
77 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
98

Lake County HIV care continuum (2023)

Lake County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 3 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Lake County residents living with HIV, 90.9% are in care · 90.9% 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 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 Lake County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Ravalli, MT

Sheep Mountain rising at the edge of town sets the backdrop for a community where most households own their land outright and roots run deep, which also means the financial margin for extras like out-of-pocket health visits can be thin, especially when the nearest clinic may be a genuine drive away. With well over a third of adults not currently in the workforce and unemployment unusually high, the practical rhythm of the week here doesn't follow a standard nine-to-five, and that reality cuts two ways: scheduling flexibility may exist, but so does cost pressure that makes free or low-cost options on this page worth looking at first.

Ravalli's household structure (larger families, a substantial share of married adults) means that sexual health decisions often exist in the context of long-term partnerships, not just new relationships. But younger adults in their late teens and twenties still make up a meaningful slice of residents, and for that group, quick access to screening without a complicated or expensive process makes the difference between a concern addressed early and one left to linger.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Ravalli, MT

Walkability 5.59 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.59/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Ravalli 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 2 STD & STI testing locations in Ravalli, Montana, EasySTD

ZIP 59863 snapshot

Residents
174
Median age
37.8
Median income
$76,582

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 59863 area around Ravalli: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Ravalli alone.

Ravalli sits in Lake County, ZIP 59863. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Trisky Point
  • Sheep Mountain
  • Telephone Mountain
  • Red Sleep Mountain
  • Allard Complex

Reference

STD testing in Ravalli, MT: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Montana 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 Montana, 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)

Montana 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 Montana

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 Ravalli, MT

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Ravalli, MT?

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

Does insurance cover STD testing near Ravalli, MT?

Usually yes, it can be billed to insurance, or paid out of pocket at a flat rate.

Where can I get tested for free near Ravalli, MT?

Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council, about 3.8 mi away, provides free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Ravalli, MT?

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

How common is chlamydia in Lake County?

Lake County reported ~342 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Montana average.

How long do results take near Ravalli, MT?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

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

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

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.

How do I prevent STDs?

Use condoms, test regularly, get the HPV and hep B vaccines, and ask about PrEP for HIV.

Do genital sores mean I need testing?

Yes, sores or ulcers can indicate herpes or syphilis and should be evaluated quickly, ideally while a sore is present.

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