ACL Laboratories
- Address
- 4061 Old Peshtigo Road, Marinette, WI 111.5 miles away
- Phone
- 715‑732‑8000
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
STD Testing in Watersmeet, MI: Same-Day, Low-Cost & Confidential
Gogebic County reports syphilis cases 56% below the US average. If you've had a recent risk or prefer regular testing, Watersmeet, Michigan has options. Community and public clinics may offer lower costs, while private labs might provide faster results and more scheduling flexibility.
- 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 Watersmeet, MI
No STD testing centers are located in Watersmeet, MI. The nearest, ACL Laboratories, is about 111.5 miles away. At-home STD kits and online lab tests ship to your ZIP; compare private labs and at-home kits below.
Employment Health Services
- Address
- 721 Cardinal Lane, Green Bay, WI 130.8 miles away
- Phone
- 920‑434‑2441
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
ACL Laboratories
- Address
- 2253 West Mason Street, Green Bay, WI 133.2 miles away
- Phone
- 920‑327‑7300
- 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 Watersmeet, MI
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 Watersmeet, MI
The nearest testing center is about 112 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Watersmeet, 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 Watersmeet, MI
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Gogebic 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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LAC Vieux Desert Health Clinic
N5241 US Highway 45, Watersmeet, MI 49969
CMS-certified lab Accredited · COLA
- STD testing
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Aspirus Ironwood Hospital
N10561 Grandview Lane, Ironwood, MI 49938
CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission
- Full STD panel
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Ironwood Cboc
629 West Cloverland Drive, Ironwood, MI 49938
CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission
- Full STD panel
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Watersmeet. 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 Watersmeet, MI who may help arrange STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 49 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Watersmeet. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 14 offer telehealth.
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Dorothea Budek, NP
Nurse practitioner · N5241 US Hwy 45, Watersmeet
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Stacy Meitler, NP Telehealth
Nurse practitioner · N4070 Kari Brooke Lane, Watersmeet
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Douglas Sutcliffe, NP
Nurse practitioner · N5241 US Highway, Watersmeet
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Rebbekkah Marasco, NP
Nurse practitioner · 404 South Cedar Street, Ewen
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Danny Yarger, MD
Family medicine · 201 Hospital Road, Eagle River
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Brittany Schneller, NP
Nurse practitioner · 1400 West Ice Lake Road, Iron River
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 Watersmeet, MI
No pharmacy near Watersmeet, MI 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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Land O' Lakes Health Care Pharmacy
8.8 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
M K Stores
20 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Trigs Pharmacy
26 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Wall Street Pharmacy
26 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
26 mi Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Watersmeet, MI.
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 Watersmeet, 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 Gogebic County: the local picture
How reported STI rates in Gogebic County, the county that includes Watersmeet, compare with Michigan and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~20% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.
#37 of 83 Michigan counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 55% of the state
Reported STD rates per 100,000, Gogebic County vs Michigan vs U.S.
Gogebic County Michigan U.S. ▲▼ = Gogebic County vs the state average
| Infection | Gogebic County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlamydia | 210.9 30 cases ▼ 51% | 429.5 | 492.2 |
| Gonorrhea | 28.1 4 cases ▼ 82% | 152.2 | 179.5 |
| Syphilis (P&S) | 7 1 cases ▼ 17% | 8.4 | 15.8 |
| Syphilis (early) | 14.1 2 cases ▲ 62% | 8.7 | 16 |
| Syphilis (late/unknown) | 7 1 cases ▼ 46% | 13 | 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 Gogebic County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 44% vs 2022 Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Gogebic County, chlamydia has risen from 194.7 to 210.9 per 100,000 (8%), gonorrhea has risen from 7 to 28.1 per 100,000 (301%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 14 to 7 per 100,000 (50%).
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 Watersmeet, MI
- Adults uninsured
- 5.5%
- No routine checkup
- 15.4%
- No transportation
- 7.3%
- Binge drinking
- 13.2%
- Frequent mental distress
- 15.3%
- Depression
- 23.8%
- Below poverty line
- 10.9%
- Primary-care ratio
- 1,197 : 1
- Gogebic County
- Primary-care shortage score 15 / 26
- Medically Underserved Area · IMU 56.1
- Social Vulnerability Index · 24th 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 Gogebic County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Gogebic County (2023)
- People living with HIV
- 47 / 100k
- New diagnoses (2023)
- 0cases countywide
- PrEP users / 100k
- 47
Gogebic County HIV care continuum (2023)
Gogebic County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 8.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Gogebic County residents living with HIV, 83.3% are in care · 66.7% 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 Gogebic 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 49969 https://data.census.gov/profile?g=860Z200US49969 (opens in a new tab)
- County Health Rankings & Roadmaps: Gogebic County https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/health-data/michigan/gogebic (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 Watersmeet, MI
Getting to the post office or a quick errand along US 45 means passing through the heart of Watersmeet, where the rhythms of daily life move at their own pace. That same accessibility (knowing where things are, who runs them) shapes how people here approach health decisions too. STI testing in and around Watersmeet is available through providers listed on this page, and the fact that this is a tight-knit place where faces repeat doesn't change what confidentiality means: your results belong to you alone, shared only with the clinic staff who run the test and the providers you choose to tell. Young adults in Watersmeet, those in their late teens through their thirties, often have the clearest reason to get routine screening: a new partner, a relationship change, or simply the knowledge that regular testing is basic preventive care.
Testing here carries no gossip clause and no automatic trail back to anyone else in your life. The clinic staff understand that people weigh privacy differently depending on circumstance, and they're built to honor that. Whether you've lived here for years or recently moved to the area, getting tested is straightforward. The providers listed on this page can tell you what to expect, how long results take, and whether any follow-up care makes sense for your situation.
Getting there
How residents reach STD testing in Watersmeet, MI
Walkability 6.61 / 20 · Below average
At 6.61/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Watersmeet 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 49969 snapshot
- Residents
- 1,054
- Median age
- 60.8
- Median income
- $61,101
ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 49969 area around Watersmeet: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Watersmeet alone.
Watersmeet sits in Gogebic County, ZIP 49969. Local context that shapes where residents test:
Local landmarks
- Paulding Light
Major routes
- US 45 (Main Street)
Nearby cities & towns
Nearby cities and towns near Watersmeet, MI
Just outside Watersmeet? These nearby communities have their own testing guides: clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
Reference
STD testing in Watersmeet, MI: screening, costs & privacy
Everything to know before you test in Gogebic County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Michigan 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 Watersmeet-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 Watersmeet 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 Michigan
Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately
Two things that actually depend on Michigan 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 Michigan, 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)
Michigan 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 MichiganSource: 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 Watersmeet, MI
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Can I get tested near Iron River, MI instead?
Possibly, Iron River, MI is close; compare it by distance against ACL Laboratories.
What does STD testing cost around Watersmeet, MI?
Private labs ~$24–$139, at-home kits $49+.
Which tests are offered near Watersmeet, MI?
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 Gogebic County?
About 211 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Michigan average.
Can someone under 18 get tested in Michigan without a parent?
In Michigan, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.
Can I be vaccinated against any STIs?
HPV and hepatitis B vaccines prevent those infections, ask a provider if you're due.
Should I get tested if a condom broke?
Yes, test after the window period, and if HIV exposure is a concern, ask about PEP within 72 hours.
Should I test again after being treated?
A retest around 3 months after treatment is recommended for chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Do syphilis sores heal by themselves?
The sore can disappear on its own even though the infection remains; only testing confirms it's gone.
Why should I get tested for STDs?
Most STIs have no symptoms, so testing is the only way to know your status, get early treatment, and avoid passing one on.
Have a different question? Browse the full STD & STI FAQ library, every question we answer, in one place.