Plum Creek Medical- 3rd Party PSA
- Address
- 1103 Buffalo Bnd, Lexington, NE 62.4 miles away
- Phone
- 308‑324‑6386
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
STD Testing in Sargent, NE: Same-Day, Low-Cost & Confidential
Gonorrhea reports in Custer County are around 95% lower than the national average. If you've had a recent risk or simply test regularly in Sargent, Nebraska, choosing between public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits depends on whether you prioritize cost, speed, or convenience. See the options below.
- Clinics, labs & at-home kits compared
- Free & low-cost options included
- Backed by CDC, CMS & Census data
- Editorially reviewed
Available testing centers
STD testing near Sargent, NE
No STD testing centers are located in Sargent, NE. The nearest, Plum Creek Medical- 3rd Party PSA, is about 62.4 miles away. At-home STD kits and online lab tests ship to your ZIP; compare private labs and at-home kits below.
Sanford Health Laboratories
- Address
- 20 South Plum Street, Vermillion, SD 148.0 miles away
- Phone
- 605‑677‑3700
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
Sanford Health Laboratories
- Address
- 300 South Byron Boulevard, Chamberlain, SD 148.3 miles away
- Phone
- 605‑234‑6551
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
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.
- $0–$25
Public / community clinic
Free HIV testing is common
- $24–$200
Private lab (self-pay)
Never billed to insurance
- From $49
At-home kit
Mailed to your door, private
- $0–$50 copay
Doctor / urgent care
Often $0 preventive with insurance
No centers match those filters. Clear the service-type filter or the opening-hours filters to see every center.
Every other option
More ways to get tested in Sargent, NE
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 Sargent, NE
The nearest testing center is about 62 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Sargent, 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.
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In-home collection
$79 & up
- Panel:
- 8-infection panel incl. chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis, hepatitis & herpes: single tests too
- Sample:
- Quest Mobile: a phlebotomist collects your sample at home
- Results:
- 1–3 days, online: physician-reviewed
- In-home sample collection
- Nationwide Quest lab network
- Physician-reviewed results
- FSA/HSA eligible
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Best for simplicity & support
$89 & up
- Panel:
- 5–6 common STIs incl. chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis & trichomoniasis
- Sample:
- Finger-prick + urine/swab
- Results:
- 2–5 days, online
- 24/7 nurse support
- Prescription for positives
- CLIA-certified labs
- Free shipping both ways
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Best range: couples & full panels
$79 & up
- Panel:
- Up to 14 infections, incl. HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis & herpes
- Sample:
- Self-collect: swab, urine, finger-prick
- Results:
- 2–5 days, online
- Free phone consult if positive
- CLIA-certified labs
- Couples & subscription options
- Discreet packaging
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 Sargent, NE
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Custer 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.
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Jennie M Melham Memorial Medical Center
145 Memorial Drive, Broken Bow, NE 68822
CMS-certified lab
- STD testing
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Callaway District Hospital
211 East Kimball, Callaway, NE 68825
CMS-certified lab
- STD testing
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Sargent. 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 Sargent, NE who may help arrange STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 12 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Sargent. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 1 offer telehealth.
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Hugh Holmquist, MD
Family medicine · 410 South 8th Avenue, Burwell
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Brett Lindau, DO
Family medicine · 145 Memorial Drive, Broken Bow
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Bernard Keown, MD
Family medicine · 2707 L Street, Ord
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Jennifer Bengston, MD
Family medicine · 2707 L Street, Ord
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 Sargent, NE
No pharmacy near Sargent, NE 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.
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Burwell Pharmacy
16 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Holcomb Pharmacy
22 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Frontier Family Pharmacy
22 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Shopko Pharmacy 695
22 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Anderson Pharmacy
23 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Good Life Health Services
33 miRx pickupCondoms / EC
Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Sargent, NE.
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 Sargent, 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.
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Visit from $39
Online STI treatment & DoxyPEP: same-day prescriptions to your pharmacy
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From $0 insured
Telehealth PrEP & DoxyPEP with at-home testing and ongoing monitoring
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$0 with most insurance
Free online PrEP & DoxyPEP: HIV prevention, home lab kits, no in-person visit
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Visit from $0 insured
Telehealth STI treatment and sexual-health care, delivered or to your pharmacy
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 Custer County: the local picture
How reported STI rates in Custer County, the county that includes Sargent, compare with Nebraska and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~24% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.
#60 of 93 Nebraska counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 35% of the state
Reported STD rates per 100,000, Custer County vs Nebraska vs U.S.
Custer County Nebraska U.S. ▲▼ = Custer County vs the state average
| Infection | Custer County | Nebraska | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlamydia | 132.3 14 cases ▼ 72% | 468.8 | 492.2 |
| Gonorrhea | 9.5 1 cases ▼ 92% | 115.5 | 179.5 |
| Syphilis (P&S) | — no data | 10.4 | 15.8 |
| Syphilis (early) | — no data | 6 | 16 |
| Syphilis (late/unknown) | — no data | 21.7 | 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 Custer County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 7% vs 2022 Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Custer County, chlamydia has risen from 66.4 to 132.3 per 100,000 (99%), gonorrhea has fallen from 19 to 9.5 per 100,000 (50%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 19 to 9.6 per 100,000 (49%).
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 Sargent, NE
- Adults uninsured
- 7.2%
- No routine checkup
- 21.4%
- No transportation
- 5.2%
- Binge drinking
- 18%
- Frequent mental distress
- 12.6%
- Depression
- 15.9%
- Below poverty line
- 12.5%
- Primary-care ratio
- 1,743 : 1
- Custer County
- Primary-care shortage score 13 / 26
- Medically Underserved Area
- Social Vulnerability Index · 14th 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 Custer County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Custer County (2023)
- New diagnoses (2023)
- 0cases countywide
- PrEP users / 100k
- 57
Custer County HIV care continuum (2023)
Custer County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 6 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Custer County residents living with HIV, 57.1% are in care · 57.1% 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 Custer County tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
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Local resources & officials
- CDC: Get Tested: find an STD testing site https://gettested.cdc.gov/ (opens in a new tab)
- HRSA: Find a Health Center https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/ (opens in a new tab)
Data & references
- CDC: NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (STI surveillance) https://gis.cdc.gov/grasp/nchhstpatlas/main.html (opens in a new tab)
- CDC: STD Surveillance Report (incl. congenital syphilis) https://www.cdc.gov/std/statistics/ (opens in a new tab)
- CDC: STI Treatment Guidelines, 2021 https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/ (opens in a new tab)
- CDC PLACES: local health measures https://www.cdc.gov/places/ (opens in a new tab)
- CDC/ATSDR: Social Vulnerability Index https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/placeandhealth/svi/ (opens in a new tab)
- AIDSVu (Emory University & Gilead): local HIV data https://aidsvu.org/ (opens in a new tab)
- HIV.gov / CDC AHEAD: PrEP coverage https://ahead.hiv.gov/ (opens in a new tab)
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ZIP 68874 https://data.census.gov/profile?g=860Z200US68874 (opens in a new tab)
- County Health Rankings & Roadmaps: Custer County https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/health-data/nebraska/custer (opens in a new tab)
- Neighborhood Atlas: Area Deprivation Index https://www.neighborhoodatlas.medicine.wisc.edu/ (opens in a new tab)
- CMS: Provider of Services file (CLIA-certified labs) https://data.cms.gov/ (opens in a new tab)
- CMS: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule https://www.cms.gov/medicare/payment/fee-schedules/clinical-laboratory (opens in a new tab)
- EPA: National Walkability Index https://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/smart-location-mapping (opens in a new tab)
Local context
About Sargent, NE
Winter wind across the Sandhills cuts through Sargent with particular force, and when spring finally arrives, the town settles into a rhythm where health matters get attended to like any other seasonal task. Routine STI screening fits naturally into that practical mindset, it's preventive care for people who understand that small towns depend on neighbors looking after themselves. Testing in and around Sargent listed on this page serves residents discreetly, with results kept confidential between you and the clinic. Young adults in their late teens through their thirties make up a significant presence in Sargent, and many recognize that regular screening is simply part of responsible living.
The clinics available here understand that confidentiality isn't theater; it's the foundation that lets people get tested without hesitation. Whether you're managing a new relationship, changing partners, or just staying on top of your health, screening happens without judgment and without word traveling through town. Access to testing near Sargent means you're not driving hours for basic preventive care. Results arrive privately, and you move forward with the information you need.
In a place where everyone knows the landscape but respects each other's privacy, getting screened is straightforward. Just one more thing you do to stay well.
Getting there
How residents reach STD testing in Sargent, NE
Walkability 4.79 / 20 · Least walkable
At 4.79/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Sargent 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.
ZIP 68874 snapshot
- Residents
- 738
- Median age
- 51.5
- Median income
- $57,813
ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 68874 area around Sargent: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Sargent alone.
Sargent sits in Custer County, ZIP 68874. Local context that shapes where residents test:
Local landmarks
- Sargent Park
- Divide Hill
Major routes
- US 183 (Highway 183)
Nearby cities & towns
Nearby cities and towns near Sargent, NE
Just outside Sargent? These nearby communities have their own testing guides: clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
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Reference
STD testing in Sargent, NE: screening, costs & privacy
Everything to know before you test in Custer County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Nebraska 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.
| Group | Tests | How 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 Sargent-area provider.
| Infection | Earliest reliable test | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Sargent 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.
| Test | Reference price | CPT / 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 Nebraska
Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately
Two things that actually depend on Nebraska 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 Nebraska, 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)
Nebraska 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 NebraskaSource: 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 Sargent, NE
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Where can I get tested for STDs in Sargent, NE?
The closest is Plum Creek Medical- 3rd Party PSA (62.4 mi).
Does Medicaid cover STD testing?
Medicaid generally covers STD testing.
Which tests are offered near Sargent, NE?
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 Custer County?
About 132 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Nebraska average.
Can someone under 18 get tested in Nebraska without a parent?
In Nebraska, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.
Can chlamydia have no symptoms?
Yes, most chlamydia infections cause no symptoms, so screening is the only reliable way to catch it.
How do at-home STD kits work near Sargent, NE?
You self-collect a sample at home, mail it in, and view results online, no clinic visit needed.
I tested negative, am I fully in the clear?
Likely yes, if you were past the window period; otherwise retest, and keep up routine screening with new partners.
How is gonorrhea tested near Sargent, NE?
A urine sample or a swab (genital, throat, or rectal) detects gonorrhea, often tested alongside chlamydia.
I tested positive, what are the next steps?
Start treatment, tell recent partners so they can test, avoid sex until cleared, and retest if advised, most STIs resolve with care.
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