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STD Testing in Yakutat, AK: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Yakutat City and Borough reports about 437 chlamydia cases per 100,000 residents, near the US average. Whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind in Yakutat City and Borough, Alaska, you can weigh convenience against cost. Clinics may bill insurance or offer sliding-scale fees, while many private labs let you pay a flat self-pay price. You'll find a list of options below.

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STD testing near Yakutat, AK

3 testing options are listed for Yakutat, AK. The nearest, Yakutat Community Health Center, is about 4.8 miles away. Compare 2 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.

Community health center 4.8 miles

Yakutat Community Health Center

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Yakutat Community Health Center serves Yakutat residents who are uninsured, underinsured, or paying out of pocket. Exactly the people federal qualification is designed to reach. Fees scale to income, and walk-ins are welcome for syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia screening without an appointment.

Sliding-scale
Address
115 Airport Road, Yakutat, AK 99689
Website
Community health center 5.8 miles

Yakutat Tlingit Tribe

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Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 86 reviews

Yakutat Tlingit Tribe in Yakutat meets the STI care needs of residents navigating limited local options: whether uninsured, paying out of pocket, or between providers. Federal FQHC standing backs a sliding-scale fee structure, keeping syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia screening within reach regardless of income.

Sliding-scale
Address
716 Ocean Cape Road, Yakutat, AK 99689
Website
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8800 Glacier Highway, Juneau, AK 197.1 miles away
  • 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 Yakutat, AK

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 Yakutat, AK

The nearest testing center is about 5 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Yakutat, 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.

Nearby pharmacies

Pharmacies near Yakutat, AK

No pharmacy near Yakutat, AK 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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Prevention & treatment

PrEP, prevention & online treatment

Testing is one step. For residents of Yakutat, 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 Yakutat City and Borough: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Yakutat City and Borough, the borough that includes Yakutat, compare with Alaska and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~23% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#12 of 30 Alaska counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 60% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Yakutat City and Borough vs Alaska vs U.S.

Yakutat City and Borough Alaska U.S. ▲▼ = Yakutat City and Borough vs the state average
Infection Yakutat City and Borough Alaska United States
Chlamydia
436.7 3 cases ▼ 37%
697.7 492.2
Gonorrhea
145.6 1 cases ▼ 53%
310.9 179.5
Syphilis (P&S) — no data 22.5 15.8
Syphilis (early) — no data 10.9 16
Syphilis (late/unknown) — no data 20 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 Yakutat City and Borough over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 53% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 225 450 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Yakutat City and Borough, chlamydia has risen from 302.1 to 436.7 per 100,000 (45%), and gonorrhea has held roughly steady from 145.6 to 145.6 per 100,000.

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 Yakutat, AK

Adults uninsured
11%
No routine checkup
31.1%
No transportation
11.3%
Binge drinking
16.5%
Frequent mental distress
16.5%
Depression
19.1%
Below poverty line
7.8%
Primary-care ratio
-704 : 1
Yakutat City and Borough
  • Primary-care shortage score 9 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 60.8
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 37th 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 Yakutat City and Borough.

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 Yakutat City and Borough tests for syphilis.

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

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About Yakutat, AK

Yakutat's vast, rural landscape stretches out, with residents often living far from one another.

The community here is built around long-term residents and families, with many households including multiple generations or extended family members. Homeownership is common, and those who do rent often pay a significant portion of their income towards it. Many households have a steady income, with a strong presence of working professionals, and a notable share of households earning higher incomes.

For young adults still forming relationships and building their lives, having easy access to health services can make a big difference. In a place where households often have multiple people to consider, and with a workforce that's actively engaged, getting tested can be a practical part of taking care of oneself and one's community. Yakutat residents can find testing options in and around the area that fit their busy lives.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Yakutat, AK

Walkability 7.17 / 20 · Below average

At 7.17/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Yakutat 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 3 STD & STI testing locations in Yakutat, Alaska, EasySTD

ZIP 99689 snapshot

Residents
506
Median age
53.2
Median income
$80,625

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 99689 area around Yakutat: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Yakutat alone.

Reference

STD testing in Yakutat, AK: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Yakutat City and Borough: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Alaska 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 Yakutat-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 Yakutat 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 Alaska

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

Two things that actually depend on Alaska 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 Alaska, 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)

Alaska 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 Alaska

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 Yakutat, AK

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many testing options are within 30 miles of Yakutat, AK?

2 testing options are within 30 miles of Yakutat, AK.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Yakutat, AK?

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 Yakutat, AK without insurance?

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

Which tests are offered near Yakutat, AK?

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 Yakutat City and Borough?

About 437 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Alaska average.

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

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

How long do results take near Yakutat, AK?

Lab results typically come back in 1–2 days.

How is HPV tested near Yakutat, AK?

HPV is checked through cervical screening (often with a Pap test); there's no routine HPV test for men.

Are rapid HIV tests reliable?

Yes, rapid finger-stick tests are very accurate after the window period; any reactive result is confirmed with a lab test.

Do STDs spread from toilet seats or towels?

That's a myth; STIs need sexual contact to spread, not surfaces.

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