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STD Testing in Tehuacana, TX: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

In Limestone County, chlamydia reports run about 27% lower than the US average. If you need testing in Tehuacana, Texas for a one-time concern or regular check-ups, public clinics keep costs down, private labs prioritize speed, and at-home kits trade a clinic visit for convenience. See your options below.

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STD testing near Tehuacana, TX

5 testing options are listed for Tehuacana, TX. The nearest, Texas Department of State Health Services, is about 4.4 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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Texas Department of State Health Services

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Rated 2 out of 5 from 5 reviews

Texas Department of State Health Services in Mexia runs testing on a sliding-scale fee with insurance accepted, covering HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hepatitis C. Appointments required, bacterial STIs treated same visit, with care available in Spanish.

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Spanish Spoken, Prescriptions Written Here

Spanish is a full working language at this clinic, not a courtesy layer bolted on. That means a provider who takes your history, explains your results, and writes your treatment plan in Spanish. The whole clinical encounter, not just the front desk.

DoxyPEP Prescribed Where Few Clinics Go

Doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis for bacterial STI prevention sits outside the standard scope at most local health departments. Texas DSHS in Mexia prescribes it, giving patients who qualify a concrete, evidence-based tool that the majority of comparable clinics simply don't stock in their protocols.

Hepatitis C Joins the Standard Testing Panel

Alongside the bacterial STI panel and conventional HIV testing, hepatitis C antibody screening is built into what this clinic offers: meaning a single appointment covers infections rather than four, and hepatitis A and B vaccination rounds out the visit for those not yet protected.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale DoxyPEP
Address
939 Industrial Boulevard, Suite 200 Mexia, TX 76667
Booking
Appointment required
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Clinical Pathology Labs

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 15 reviews
Address
301 Hospital Drive, Corsicana, TX 75110 23.8 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Ennis Regional Medical Center

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Rated 4 out of 5 from 415 reviews
Address
803 West Lampasas Street, Ennis, TX 75119 40.3 miles away
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
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Clinical Pathology Labs

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Address
601 W. State Highway 6, Waco, TX 76710 40.7 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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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 17 reviews
Address
2410 Wycon Drive, Waco, TX 76712 41.1 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 Tehuacana, TX

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 Tehuacana, TX

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

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

  • Limestone Medical Center

    701 Mcclintic, Groesbeck, TX 76642

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · COLA

    • STD testing
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  • Parkview Regional Hospital

    600 South Bonham Street, Mexia, TX 76667

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

  • Parkview Regional Hospital Blood GAS

    600 J Bonham Street, Mexia, TX 76667

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

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

Beyond dedicated clinics, 61 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Tehuacana. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 26 offer telehealth.

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 Tehuacana, TX

No pharmacy near Tehuacana, TX 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.

  • H-E-B Pharmacy 5.5 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Pharmacy Plus

    5.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • CVS Pharmacy 5.6 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsMinuteClinic STI careHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Brookshires Pharmacy

    5.7 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walmart Pharmacy 6.3 mi
    Rx pickupAt-home STI kitsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Tehuacana, TX.

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 Tehuacana, 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 Limestone County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Limestone County, the county that includes Tehuacana, compare with Texas and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~29% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#96 of 254 Texas counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 62% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Limestone County vs Texas vs U.S.

Limestone County Texas U.S. ▲▼ = Limestone County vs the state average
Infection Limestone County Texas United States
Chlamydia
359.6 80 cases ▼ 27%
491.9 492.2
Gonorrhea
112.4 25 cases ▼ 36%
176.4 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
4.5 1 cases ▼ 70%
15 15.8
Syphilis (early)
18 4 cases ▼ 32%
26.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
36 8 cases ▼ 19%
44.3 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 Limestone County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 12% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 275 550 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Limestone County, chlamydia has fallen from 523.8 to 359.6 per 100,000 (31%), gonorrhea has fallen from 307.1 to 112.4 per 100,000 (63%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 13.5 to 4.5 per 100,000 (67%).

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 Tehuacana, TX

Adults uninsured
12.3%
No routine checkup
20.3%
Binge drinking
14.2%
Frequent mental distress
16.2%
Depression
23%
Below poverty line
30.7%
Primary-care ratio
2,458 : 1
Limestone County
  • Primary-care shortage score 20 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 60
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 91st 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 Limestone County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Limestone County (2023)

People living with HIV
299 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
53

Limestone County HIV care continuum (2022)

Limestone County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 20.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Limestone County residents living with HIV, 74.1% are in care · 68.5% 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 Limestone County tests for syphilis.

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

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About Tehuacana, TX

Driving down William Rees, the reality of getting to a clinic for testing can be a challenge. With most residents owning their homes, the idea of taking time off to visit a clinic might not be feasible for everyone. In fact, many households have a significant number of people to care for, with an average of three individuals per household.

The community has a strong presence of families and married couples, with over half of the adult population being married. A notable share of households earn a higher income, and a significant portion of the workforce is employed. For young adults still forming relationships and building their careers, finding time for testing can be tough, especially when balancing work and family responsibilities. Life is busy on Tehuacana Hills, and taking a moment for oneself can be hard.

In this setting, where community and family ties are strong, and daily life is marked by the rhythms of work and home, getting tested can be a practical step in taking care of one's health. For residents, especially those in their late teens and twenties, having easy access to testing can make a big difference in their busy lives, near the old Tehuacana Cemetery and beyond.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Tehuacana, TX

Walkability 5.09 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.09/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Tehuacana 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 5 STD & STI testing locations in Tehuacana, Texas, EasySTD

ZIP 76686 snapshot

Residents
275
Median age
53.1
Median income
$64,500

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 76686 area around Tehuacana: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Tehuacana alone.

Tehuacana sits in Limestone County, ZIP 76686. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • William Rees
  • Tehuacana Hills
  • Tehuacana Cemetery
  • Bald Hill
  • Albert R. Mace

Reference

STD testing in Tehuacana, TX: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Texas 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 Texas, 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)

Texas 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 Texas

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 Tehuacana, TX

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Tehuacana, TX?

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, and public clinics are free either way.

Can I get tested in Tehuacana, TX without insurance?

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

What's included in a full panel near Tehuacana, TX?

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

How common is chlamydia in Limestone County?

Limestone County reported ~360 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Texas average.

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

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

How long do results take near Tehuacana, TX?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

Is there an at-home STD test for Tehuacana, TX?

At-home kits mail to 76686: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

How do I prepare for an STD test near Tehuacana, TX?

Little prep is needed, bring an ID and insurance if you have it, and note your exposure dates and any symptoms; for a urine test, avoid peeing for about an hour beforehand.

How do I tell a partner I tested positive?

Telling recent partners lets them test and treat; many health departments offer confidential partner-notification help.

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