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STD Testing in Walsenburg, CO: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Huerfano County reports about 14 syphilis cases per 100,000 residents, near the US average. Whether you're in Walsenburg, Colorado, starting a new relationship or managing ongoing care, you have multiple options for STI testing to fit your timeframe. Some clinics accommodate walk-ins for same-day testing, while labs and at-home kits offer flexible scheduling.

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STD testing near Walsenburg, CO

7 testing options are listed for Walsenburg, CO. The nearest, Las Animas-Huerfano Counties District Health Department, is about 0.4 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.

Closest to you 0.4 miles

Las Animas-Huerfano Counties District Health Department

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Las Animas-Huerfano Counties District Health Department, Walsenburg's public health department, delivers STI care alongside its broader community health mission: HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hepatitis C testing, same-visit bacterial STI treatment, and hepatitis A and B vaccines, all at no charge, by appointment.

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Zero-Dollar Care Across Every Service Line

The department operates under a fee structure where every service (testing, treatment, vaccines, counseling) carries a zero-dollar charge to the patient. There is no sliding scale to navigate and no fee that applies at any income level; the operational budget absorbs the full cost so that billing never enters the visit.

Spanish-Language Care Staffed Directly On-Site

Spanish-language services at the department are delivered by staff, meaning clinical conversations (history, diagnosis, treatment instructions) happen directly between patient and provider without relay. That staffing decision keeps clinical nuance intact across the full appointment.

Hepatitis C Testing Sits Alongside the Standard Panel

Beyond HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, the department tests for hepatitis C. A blood-borne infection that often progresses silently for years. Five distinct pathogens are screened under a single appointment, with TB testing and treatment available within the same facility.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
119 East 5th Street, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Booking
Appointment required
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
Website
Community health center 3.4 miles

Walsenburg OB Clinic

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 539 reviews

Walsenburg OB Clinic, in Walsenburg, carries federal FQHC designation, which means fees slide with your income and inability to pay is never a barrier to care. Walk-in STI screening covers the standard panel (syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia) without requiring an appointment.

Sliding-scale
Address
23450 US Highway 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Website
Community health center 3.5 miles

Huerfano County Hospital District

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A community safety-net rural health clinic about 4 miles from Walsenburg. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here, call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

Address
23400 US Highway 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Website
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Labcorp

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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 35 reviews
Address
1925 East Orman Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81004 42.6 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

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Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 28 reviews
Address
701 North Grand Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81003 45.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 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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Labcorp

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Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 28 reviews
Address
1619 North Greenwood Street, Pueblo, CO 81003 45.9 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 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 4.6 out of 5 from 35 reviews
Address
1600 North Grand Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81003 46.0 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 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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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 Walsenburg, CO

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 Walsenburg, CO

The nearest testing center is less than a mile away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Walsenburg, 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.

Local clinicians

Clinicians near Walsenburg, CO who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 5 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Walsenburg. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 1 offer telehealth.

  • Leslie Frederiksen, MD Telehealth

    OB-GYN · 23500 US Hwy 160, Walsenburg

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  • Donald Dutton, MD

    Family medicine · 23450 US Hwy 160, Walsenburg

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  • Sherri Blanchard, MD

    Family medicine · 23450 US Hwy 160, Walsenburg

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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 Walsenburg, CO

No pharmacy near Walsenburg, CO 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.

  • Deej Health

    0.4 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • The Pharmacy at Spanish Peaks

    3.4 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Valley Health Mart Pharmacy

    22 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Valley Pharmacy

    22 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Albertsons/Safeway 35 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Hometown Pharmacy and Medical

    35 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Walsenburg, CO.

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 Walsenburg, 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 Huerfano County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Huerfano County, the county that includes Walsenburg, compare with Colorado 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.

#29 of 64 Colorado counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 55% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Huerfano County vs Colorado vs U.S.

Huerfano County Colorado U.S. ▲▼ = Huerfano County vs the state average
Infection Huerfano County Colorado United States
Chlamydia
269.3 19 cases ▼ 38%
435.1 492.2
Gonorrhea
28.3 2 cases ▼ 78%
128.7 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
14.2 1 cases ▼ 11%
16 15.8
Syphilis (early)
14.2 1 cases ▲ 37%
10.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
42.5 3 cases ▲ 50%
28.4 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 Huerfano County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 73% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 150 300 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Huerfano County, chlamydia has risen from 219.9 to 269.3 per 100,000 (22%), gonorrhea has fallen from 102.6 to 28.3 per 100,000 (72%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 14.7 to 14.2 per 100,000 (3%).

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 Walsenburg, CO

Adults uninsured
17%
No routine checkup
24.7%
Binge drinking
13.6%
Frequent mental distress
15.5%
Depression
20.7%
Below poverty line
20.8%
Primary-care ratio
1,384 : 1
Huerfano County
  • Primary-care shortage score 15 / 26
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 54th 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 Huerfano County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Huerfano County (2023)

People living with HIV
173 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
79

Huerfano County HIV care continuum (2023)

Huerfano County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 9.6 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Huerfano County residents living with HIV, 81.8% are in care · 72.7% 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 Huerfano County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Walsenburg, CO

A trip down Main Street or past City Park often reminds people in Walsenburg that life here moves at its own pace, and that includes health decisions. Confidential STI testing in and around Walsenburg is available through the clinics and providers listed on this page, each offering screening without judgment or unnecessary fanfare. For young adults navigating early careers, relationships, or simply the ordinary questions that come with that stage of life, straightforward access to testing means one less barrier to staying informed about sexual health. The modest cost of living that defines Walsenburg extends to preventive care; testing through local providers and regional clinics won't strain a tight budget.

Whether someone is new to the area or has roots here, the clinics serving Walsenburg understand that confidentiality isn't performative. It's a given. Results remain between you and your provider, and there's no expectation of disclosure to employers, schools, or anyone else in your circle. Testing happens quietly and routinely in Walsenburg, as it should.

The providers listed on this page can answer questions about which test makes sense for your situation, how quickly results arrive, and what happens next if treatment is needed. Getting screened is a straightforward step, not a dramatic one.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Walsenburg, CO

Walkability 5.45 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.45/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Walsenburg 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 7 STD & STI testing locations in Walsenburg, Colorado, EasySTD

ZIP 81089 snapshot

Residents
4,810
Median age
48.9
Median income
$50,833

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 81089 area around Walsenburg: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Walsenburg alone.

Walsenburg sits in Huerfano County, ZIP 81089. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Walsenburg Mining Museum
  • City Park
  • Robinson Number One Mine
  • Walsen Crag
  • Musuem of Friends
  • Huerfano Heritage Center

Major routes

  • I 25 Business (Walsen Avenue)
  • CO 10 (East 5th Street)

Reference

STD testing in Walsenburg, CO: screening, costs & privacy

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

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

Two things that actually depend on Colorado 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 Colorado, 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)

Colorado 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 Colorado

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 Walsenburg, CO

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Where can I get tested for STDs in Walsenburg, CO?

The closest is Las Animas-Huerfano Counties District Health Department (0.4 mi); 3 options are within 30 miles.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Walsenburg, CO?

Most plans cover STD screening; a clinic or lab can bill insurance, or you can pay a flat self-pay price.

Can I get tested in Walsenburg, CO without insurance?

Yes, community and public clinics test the uninsured, with sliding-scale fees.

Which tests are offered near Walsenburg, CO?

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 Huerfano County?

About 269 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Colorado average.

Can I test at home near Walsenburg, CO?

Yes, at-home kits ship to 81089; you collect a sample, mail it back, and get results in about 2–5 days.

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

In Colorado, 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.

I had unprotected sex, should I get tested?

Yes, test after the window period, and if HIV exposure is a concern, ask about PEP within 72 hours.

What is a window period?

The gap between exposure and when a test can reliably detect the infection; testing inside it can miss a real infection.

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