Preferred Location: 17609 Old Jefferson Highway Prairieville,LA 70769 Prairieville Change location
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In 2016, Ascension Parish, Louisiana had a chlamydia rate of 301 to 501 cases per 100,000 people. However, there were between 76 and 150 cases of gonorrhea for every 100,000 people during the same period of time. However, there were only one to four cases of primary and secondary syphilis per 100,000 people in the county.
In 2016, African Americans comprised the largest number of people with gonorrhea/HIV co-infection in Ascension Parish, Louisiana.
Residents in Ascension Parish can seek STD testing at various locations in the Parish. Some of these locations include Emerging Care of Louisiana on Highland Road and AIDS Healthcare Foundation (Baton Rouge Healthcare Center) on Goodwood Boulevard.
The Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge on Revere avenue is another STD testing option. The HIVAIDS Alliance for Region Two Incorporated as well as the Baton Rouge AIDS Society on North Boulevard also offers STD testing to county residents. CareSouth (Baton Rouge Clinic) on Florida Boulevard and Baton Rouge Black Alcoholism Council (Metro Health) on East Washington Street offers STD testing to area residents as well.
Other locations that provide STD testing to county residents include Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast Incorporated (Baton Rouge Health Center) on Government Street and the Open Health Care Clinic on North Boulevard.
Free STD testing may also be available at various locations in the county. However, there may be limitations on the STD tests available and eligibility requirements. Some locations may have limited hours and may not offer walk-in services. In addition, people that need prescriptions for medication may not have access and medical consultation may not be offered as well.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention1 (CDC) recommends screening for the most common STDs, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, syphilis, herpes 1, herpes 2, and HIV for both men and women. In addition, the CDC suggests women get screened for trichomoniasis.
SaferSTD recommends searching for locations that offer a 10-test panel which tests for the most common bacteria and viral STDs in the U.S. with additional premium add-ons like early HIV detection, if needed.
The CDC2 provides detailed STD testing information as to when you should get tested. In summary, you should get tested today if you are sexually active, never been tested before, have had unprotected sex in the past, or if you exhibit symptoms.
According to the World Health Organization3, the majority of STI cases reported every day, more than one million, are asymptomatic; another reason to get tested today.
You should get tested again in 90 days to rule out STDs that have specific exposure waiting times, including HIV.
STD testing can be a quick and simple process, depending on the type of test you choose and where you get tested. Some may require an oral or genital swab, a urine test or blood sample, or a physical exam to check your genital area for signs of an STD.
SaferSTD has identified preferred providers that require only a urine test, a blood sample, or both without a physical exam.
The speed at which you receive your STD testing results depends on where you get tested. Before you choose your location, find out how long testing results will take.
At-home STD testing results are usually 3-5 business days, depending on the manufacturer of your test. You also need to take into account the amount of time it takes to receive the test or pick one up, perform the test, and ship it back, before the lab can analyze your results and report back to you.
If you test at a public facility such as a neighborhood clinic, you may have to wait a week, if not more for the results, which could delay treatment. If you test through a private facility, they have the fastest turnaround within 1-3 business days.
SaferSTD has researched and identified the most accredited and most reputable testing locations. Click here to find a preferred location near you.
Some STD testing clinics offer same-day walk-in options without an appointment. Below are nearby preferred locations that offer this option.
The cost of STD testing depends on whether you select private, public, or at-home testing, as well as the type of test(s) you need.
Several at-home STD options and public testing locations can cost up to $250, with most on the higher end, depending on the brand and type of testing. Public testing fees also vary based on income and welfare eligibility.
With private testing, you may save money on a low-cost comprehensive 10-test panel that tests for the most common bacterial and viral STDs in the United States.
SaferSTD has researched and identified reputable locations that offer upfront pricing without hidden fees. Click here to find a preferred location near you.
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The AHF Healthcare Center - Baton Rouge is a satellite clinic of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation organization, a globally recognized care provider that has been serving PLWHA for over 30 years. Its health-care providers test and treat common STDs and also conduct HIV screening services. Moreover, PLWHA may also have access to material and emotional support through the foundation.
The HIV AIDS Alliance for Region Two started as a task force commissioned by the Office of Public Health in 1989 to respond to the increase in the number of HIV infections in the region. It serves the medical needs of PLWHA and offers HIV testing services to the general public.
EMLA Care Family Clinic is a health-care provider with competent medical doctors who provide quality medical solutions for major and minor health complications. The clinic has a state-of-the-art laboratory facility where physicians conduct health screenings, including HIV/STD tests. Moreover, patients may receive treatment for ear infections, erectile dysfunction, and common cold problems.
Planned Parenthood - Baton Rouge Health Center is a medical clinic under the Planned Parenthood organization based in Baton Rouge that provides quality reproductive health services to the city residents. The clinic's doctors offer screening services for HIV and STDs, and patients may receive a rapid HIV test results in less than an hour. You may also find emergency contraception and LGBTQ services at this clinic.
Patient Plus Urgent Care opened its doors in 2016 to provide quality medical attention for non-emergent illnesses and non-life threatening injuries. Its medical practitioners offer HIV/STD screening and provide strep throat testing, x-rays, and vaccination services.
Lake Urgent Care has been serving people living in and around Baton Rouge with medical services for more than 20 years. It has experienced medical staff who provide screening and treatment for HIV/STDs. Moreover, the medical team provides treatment for urinary tract, throat, ear, and skin infections.
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The medical staff provides free STD/HIV testing and case management services to the general public.
AHF Foundation has a thrift shop that serves members of the LGBTQ community known as the Out of the Closet Thrift Stores. Also, the clinic has an on-site pharmacy and may deliver prescriptions to their clients at their doorstep. Additionally, PLWHA may receive linkage to housing assistance services.
ALPHA BUILDING, 8281 Goodwood Blvd D1, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA
Medical staff provides free STD/HIV testing and treatment to sexually active persons. PLWHA may also receive no-cost case management services.
Gay, bisexual, and transgender persons may enroll in the clinic’s wellness program that aims to reduce the prevalence of HIV/STDs in the county. Also, the clinical staff connects HIV/STD patients with emotional, psychological, and material support groups.
3849 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA
New patients should download and fill out new patient forms available on the clinic’s web platform to access STD services. Also, if you plan on receiving low-cost and confidential services using your insurance plan, you should carry your insurance details and bring a photo ID. Additionally, uninsured patients may use cash, checks, or major credit and debit cards to pay for medical services.
You may receive medical services from the comfort of your home or workplace through the clinic’s telemedicine model. Additionally, patients have an online management portal where they can request and receive prescription refills, schedule appointments, access test results, and view their medical records.
7278 Highland Rd suite b, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, USA
New patients may bring a photo ID during their first visit. You may access affordable and discreet STD/HIV services using our insurance cover plan. Uninsured clients may access such services through a state-funded program or use cash, credit and debit cards, or money orders to pay for the services on a sliding fee scale.
A language interpreter is available for clients who do not speak English. The medical team may connect patients with the Louisiana Take Charge Program, which is a state-affiliated insurance coverage plan for low-income earners. Additionally, you may refill your prescriptions at the clinic's on-site pharmacy.
3825 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA
You may receive discreet and affordable STD/HIV screening services using major insurance providers such as Aetna, Humana, WellCare-Coventry, and Medicare. Additionally, physicians accept cash, credit, or debit card payments for medical services rendered.
The facility provides online check-ins are possible at the clinic to minimize the amount of time you spend by patients filling out paperwork. Additionally, you can settle your medical online via the clinic’s web payment portal.
17513 Old Jefferson Hwy, Prairieville, LA 70769, USA
Patients can receive low-cost and confidential STD/HIV testing using insurance plans from companies such as AmeriHealth, Gilsbar 360, Blue Cross, and Medicare. Uninsured clients may use self-pay options such as cash or credit cards to clear their medical bills, and they are offered discounts at the facility.
Patients visiting the clinic may save time by using the clinic’s online check-in system, which enables individuals to check-in and out of the facility quickly. Individuals seeking occupational health services don’t have to physically present themselves at the clinic since physicians offer telemedicine services.
14350 LA-73, Prairieville, LA 70769, USA
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