In Erie, reported gonorrhea runs about 32% higher than the national average. Whether you are in Buffalo, New York, and need testing after a possible exposure or as part of routine care, you have options that trade off cost, speed, and convenience.
12 testing centers serve Buffalo, NY — the nearest, Quest Diagnostics, about 0.7 miles away. Compare 8 community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.
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.
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1.0 miles
Kaleida Health
★★★★☆4.1(148 reviews)?
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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 148 reviews
About 1 mile west of Buffalo in Buffalo: Kaleida Health is a full-service sexual health clinic where you can test, treat, and prevent STIs in one visit—with sliding-scale fees and Spanish interpretation available. It's built for anyone seeking straightforward care without the wait of a hospital system.
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A clinic built for sexual health, not emergency rooms
Kaleida Health offers testing and treatment for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV—both rapid and conventional tests—alongside vaccines like HPV and hepatitis A, all in a dedicated sexual health setting. You can walk in for counseling and education on STI and HIV prevention, pick up condoms, and if a partner needs notification, staff can help coordinate that too. It's the kind of place where a single appointment handles testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention planning without the overhead of a larger hospital.
Testing and treatment happen together
If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available on site—no second trip. HIV testing includes counseling, and if you're interested in protection strategies, the clinic discusses prevention options and distributes condoms. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are also offered, so you can address gaps in your immunity while you're there.
Sliding-scale fees, insurance welcome
Kaleida accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance; uninsured patients pay on a sliding scale based on income. Spanish interpretation is available, so language won't be a barrier to care.
Appointments required; best for planned visits
You'll need to call ahead to book—this isn't a walk-in clinic. It's ideal if you have a few days to plan and want a dedicated appointment with no emergency-room chaos, or if you're already navigating Kaleida's broader health system and want sexual health care in a familiar network.
Listing verified Dec 2025 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Chlamydia
Rapid HIV
Conventional HIV
Serves
Hispanic or Latino persons
Persons with HIV
Persons with STI
Care services
Family Planning
STI Treatment
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
STI Prevention/Education
Partner Notification
HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
HIV Test Counseling
Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
Medicare Accepted
Fee
Insurance Accepted
Best for free testing
1.1 miles
Erie County Department Of Health
★★★★☆4.1(135 reviews)?
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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 135 reviews
About 1 mile south of Buffalo in Buffalo: Erie County Department of Health screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, herpes, and TB—with same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs and prevention tools like PrEP and mpox vaccination. It's best for anyone seeking free HIV testing or sliding-scale care without an appointment.
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Testing and treatment in one visit
The Erie County Department of Health tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis with on-site treatment available the same day. You can also get screened for HIV (rapid or conventional), hepatitis B and C, herpes, and TB. Walk in anytime—no appointment needed.
Prevention from PrEP to vaccines
If you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, PrEP is available, including for uninsured patients. The clinic also offers doxy-PEP (an antibiotic taken after potential STI exposure), mpox and HPV vaccines, hepatitis A vaccination, and free condom distribution. Counseling on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention is built into every visit.
Free HIV testing, sliding scale for the rest
HIV testing is free. Mpox vaccination is free. Everything else—testing, treatment, PrEP, other vaccines—runs on a sliding scale based on income. Medicaid and insurance are accepted.
Walk-in, multilingual, accessible
No appointment required. Interpretation is available in Spanish, Chinese, French, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and American Sign Language.
About 2 miles southwest of Buffalo in Buffalo: Pride Center of Western New York offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale STI screening, with PrEP available for prevention. It's ideal for anyone seeking judgment-free sexual health care, whether you need testing, treatment, or long-term prevention.
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Free HIV testing, sliding-scale for the rest
HIV testing is completely free here—both rapid tests and self-tests—and all other STI screening uses a sliding-scale fee based on what you can afford. If you have Medicaid or insurance, they'll bill it; if you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the cost adjusts to your income.
Tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis
The clinic screens for gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis alongside HIV, and can treat bacterial infections on the same visit. They also offer PrEP for anyone who wants to prevent HIV infection before exposure, plus counseling and education to support whatever prevention path makes sense for you.
Appointments required; mobile testing available
You'll need to book an appointment ahead of time, but the clinic also runs mobile testing services that bring screening to different neighborhoods. Needle exchange and harm-reduction support round out the picture for anyone managing substance use alongside sexual health.
Best for LGBTQ+-affirming, judgment-free care
This is the place if you want testing and prevention in a space explicitly built for you—no assumptions, no shame, and staff who understand the full picture of sexual health and harm reduction.
Needle Cleaning, Needle Exchange or Needle Distribution
HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
HIV Test Counseling
Harm Reduction
Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
No Fee
Free HIV Test
Free HIV Self-Test
Community health center
1.7 miles
Evergreen Health
★★★★☆4.3(61 reviews)?
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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 61 reviews
About 2 miles southwest of Buffalo in Buffalo: Evergreen Health is an appointment-based clinic where a single visit can cover testing, treatment, and prevention—ideal for anyone building a routine sexual-health plan or managing ongoing care.
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Book ahead for a focused visit
Evergreen Health operates by appointment, which means you'll have dedicated time with staff rather than waiting in a walk-in queue. A single visit can include testing, same-day treatment for bacterial infections, vaccine administration, and a conversation about prevention options like PrEP or PEP.
Tests and treatment under one plan
The clinic screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and hepatitis C. Bacterial STIs are treated on-site the same day; HIV and hepatitis C require confirmatory testing and ongoing specialist management. You can also discuss mpox and HPV vaccination, hepatitis A protection, or start PrEP if you're uninsured—the clinic covers that cost.
Free testing, sliding-scale care
HIV and hepatitis C tests are free. Mpox vaccine is free. Everything else—treatment, additional vaccines, PrEP, counseling—runs on a sliding scale based on income, and Medicaid and insurance are accepted.
Best for anyone planning ahead
If you prefer scheduling your sexual health rather than dropping in, or if you're managing PrEP or treatment and need continuity, Evergreen Health rewards the appointment model with unhurried care and a full menu of prevention and treatment options.
Needle Cleaning, Needle Exchange or Needle Distribution
HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
HIV Test Counseling
Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Free Mpox Vaccine
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
PrEP for uninsured
Fee
Insurance Accepted
Free HIV Test
Free Hepatitis C Test
1.8 miles
Erie County Medical Center
★★★★★4.6(200 reviews)?
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Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 200 reviews
About 2 miles northeast of Buffalo in Buffalo: Erie County Medical Center tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and herpes, treating bacterial infections on site and managing viral care through specialist pathways. Walk in anytime for testing and prevention—PrEP, vaccines, and condoms included—whether you're insured, on Medicaid, or uninsured.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
You can walk in and get tested for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis in one visit; if positive, treatment happens right there. Herpes, hepatitis B and C, and HIV testing are also available, though those require follow-up care with specialists to confirm results and start treatment. TB screening rounds out the menu.
Prevention built into every visit
Beyond testing, the clinic hands out condoms and offers HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines. If you're at risk for HIV, you can start PrEP on site, with medication adherence counseling to keep you on track. Prevention education covers HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI transmission.
Cost depends on your insurance status
Medicaid is accepted, as is private insurance. If you're uninsured, PrEP is available at no cost; expect a standard visit fee for testing and other services. No appointment needed—walk in whenever you can.
Best for anyone seeking free or low-cost prevention
Whether you need testing, same-day treatment for a bacterial STI, or PrEP without insurance coverage, this is a no-barrier entry point. The walk-in model works for anyone who can't plan ahead or needs care fast.
About 2 miles west of Buffalo in Buffalo: Neighborhood Health Center offers STI testing and treatment in a single visit, with same-day care for bacterial infections and vaccines to prevent hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and HPV. It's best for anyone with insurance, Medicaid, or a tight budget—sliding-scale fees mean cost won't stop you.
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Test and treat in one visit
Neighborhood Health Center screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, TB, and both rapid and conventional HIV tests. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available the same day. You'll also get counseling on prevention and medication adherence to support your next steps.
Vaccines and prevention built in
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV, hepatitis A, and adult hepatitis B vaccines, plus education on TB, STI, and HIV prevention. A single appointment can cover screening, vaccination, and treatment if needed—no need to hunt down a second clinic for follow-up shots.
Sliding scale means you can afford it
Neighborhood Health Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, sliding-scale fees adjust to your income, and donations are also accepted. Cost won't be a barrier to getting tested.
Book ahead, interpretation available
Appointments are required, so call ahead to schedule. If you speak a language other than English, interpretation services are available to make sure nothing gets lost in translation during your visit.
Listing verified Nov 2025 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis B
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Herpes
Chlamydia
Rapid HIV
Conventional HIV
Serves
American Indian or Alaska Native persons
Black or African American persons
Hispanic or Latino persons
LGBTQ
Low Income Persons
Men Who Have Sex with Men (MSM)
Persons with HIV
Persons with STI
Care services
Family Planning
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling
STI Treatment
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education
STI Prevention/Education
HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
HIV Test Counseling
Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Fees & payment
Donations Accepted
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
Medicare Accepted
Fee
Insurance Accepted
Community health center
2.8 miles
Planned Parenthood Of Central And Western New York Incorporated
★★★★☆4.1(132 reviews)?
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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 132 reviews
About 3 miles north of Buffalo in Buffalo: Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York offers same-visit testing and treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and rapid HIV screening, plus PrEP and doxy-PEP for prevention. It's best for anyone seeking affordable sexual health care on a sliding scale, with Medicaid and insurance accepted.
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Testing and treatment in one visit
Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HIV with a rapid test, and can treat bacterial infections on the same day. If you test positive for HIV, hepatitis B, or need ongoing prevention like PrEP, the clinic connects you to the next steps and specialist care.
Prevention tailored to your situation
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis B vaccines, PrEP for people at ongoing risk of HIV, and doxy-PEP—an antibiotic taken after sex to prevent bacterial STIs. STI and HIV prevention education and free condoms are part of every visit.
Sliding scale that fits your budget
HIV testing and family planning services are free; other visits operate on a sliding scale based on income, and Medicaid and insurance are accepted. You'll need an appointment to be seen.
Interpretation available if you need it
If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are available to help you communicate with providers and understand your results and options.
About 3 miles north of Buffalo in Buffalo: Community Health Center of Buffalo Incorporated is a primary-care clinic offering STI testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention services including PrEP and vaccines. It's built for anyone seeking integrated sexual health care alongside routine medical services, with sliding-scale fees and Spanish interpretation available.
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A primary-care clinic with sexual health embedded
Community Health Center of Buffalo Incorporated treats STI testing and treatment as part of everyday primary care, not a separate visit. You come in for a rapid or conventional HIV test, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, or TB screening—and if you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment happens the same day. Counseling and education on prevention are woven in throughout.
Prevention built in: PrEP, vaccines, and ongoing care
If you're negative and want to stay that way, the clinic prescribes PrEP (including for uninsured patients), offers HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, and provides medication adherence counseling if you're already on HIV treatment or hepatitis therapy. Hepatitis C treatment is also available on-site. This is a place where prevention and treatment aren't afterthoughts—they're part of the same conversation.
Sliding-scale fees; Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance all accepted
There is a visit fee, but it slides based on income. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, as is private insurance. Uninsured patients can access PrEP without paying the standard medication cost. Spanish interpretation is available.
Appointments required; best for those with stable access
You'll need to schedule ahead—there's no walk-in testing. This clinic suits anyone with a regular primary-care relationship or the ability to book an appointment, especially those juggling family planning, chronic disease management, and sexual health in one place.
12 testing centers serving Buffalo and Erie County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, TB, HIV Self-Test, Mobile Testing Services.
Community health center
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.
How we rank: vetted partner labs (clearly marked Sponsored) appear first; every other center is listed free and ordered by verified review score, then distance.
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★★★★★4.8(194 reviews)?
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 194 reviews
1317 Jefferson Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14208
0.7 miles away
Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.
Infection
Earliest reliable test
Conclusive after
Guidance only — confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.
Community health center
Kaleida Health
★★★★☆4.1(148 reviews)?
Review sources
EasySTD reviews148
Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 148 reviews
About 1 mile west of Buffalo in Buffalo: Kaleida Health is a full-service sexual health clinic where you can test, treat, and prevent STIs in one visit—with sliding-scale fees and Spanish interpretation available. It's built for anyone seeking straightforward care without the wait of a hospital system.
Read full overviewShow less
A clinic built for sexual health, not emergency rooms
Kaleida Health offers testing and treatment for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV—both rapid and conventional tests—alongside vaccines like HPV and hepatitis A, all in a dedicated sexual health setting. You can walk in for counseling and education on STI and HIV prevention, pick up condoms, and if a partner needs notification, staff can help coordinate that too. It's the kind of place where a single appointment handles testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention planning without the overhead of a larger hospital.
Testing and treatment happen together
If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available on site—no second trip. HIV testing includes counseling, and if you're interested in protection strategies, the clinic discusses prevention options and distributes condoms. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are also offered, so you can address gaps in your immunity while you're there.
Sliding-scale fees, insurance welcome
Kaleida accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance; uninsured patients pay on a sliding scale based on income. Spanish interpretation is available, so language won't be a barrier to care.
Appointments required; best for planned visits
You'll need to call ahead to book—this isn't a walk-in clinic. It's ideal if you have a few days to plan and want a dedicated appointment with no emergency-room chaos, or if you're already navigating Kaleida's broader health system and want sexual health care in a familiar network.
Sliding-scale
1100 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14209
1.0 miles away
Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
STI Prevention/Education · Partner Notification · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
About 1 mile south of Buffalo in Buffalo: Erie County Department of Health screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, herpes, and TB—with same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs and prevention tools like PrEP and mpox vaccination. It's best for anyone seeking free HIV testing or sliding-scale care without an appointment.
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Testing and treatment in one visit
The Erie County Department of Health tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis with on-site treatment available the same day. You can also get screened for HIV (rapid or conventional), hepatitis B and C, herpes, and TB. Walk in anytime—no appointment needed.
Prevention from PrEP to vaccines
If you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, PrEP is available, including for uninsured patients. The clinic also offers doxy-PEP (an antibiotic taken after potential STI exposure), mpox and HPV vaccines, hepatitis A vaccination, and free condom distribution. Counseling on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention is built into every visit.
Free HIV testing, sliding scale for the rest
HIV testing is free. Mpox vaccination is free. Everything else—testing, treatment, PrEP, other vaccines—runs on a sliding scale based on income. Medicaid and insurance are accepted.
Walk-in, multilingual, accessible
No appointment required. Interpretation is available in Spanish, Chinese, French, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and American Sign Language.
PrEPDoxyPEP
608 William Street, Buffalo, NY 14206
1.1 miles away
Doxy PEP · Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Mpox Vaccine · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Free Mpox Vaccine · Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free HIV Test
LanguagesAmerican Sign Language, Chinese, English, French, Haitian Creole, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Portuguese, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese
About 2 miles southwest of Buffalo in Buffalo: Pride Center of Western New York offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale STI screening, with PrEP available for prevention. It's ideal for anyone seeking judgment-free sexual health care, whether you need testing, treatment, or long-term prevention.
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Free HIV testing, sliding-scale for the rest
HIV testing is completely free here—both rapid tests and self-tests—and all other STI screening uses a sliding-scale fee based on what you can afford. If you have Medicaid or insurance, they'll bill it; if you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the cost adjusts to your income.
Tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis
The clinic screens for gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis alongside HIV, and can treat bacterial infections on the same visit. They also offer PrEP for anyone who wants to prevent HIV infection before exposure, plus counseling and education to support whatever prevention path makes sense for you.
Appointments required; mobile testing available
You'll need to book an appointment ahead of time, but the clinic also runs mobile testing services that bring screening to different neighborhoods. Needle exchange and harm-reduction support round out the picture for anyone managing substance use alongside sexual health.
Best for LGBTQ+-affirming, judgment-free care
This is the place if you want testing and prevention in a space explicitly built for you—no assumptions, no shame, and staff who understand the full picture of sexual health and harm reduction.
PrEP
278 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14202
1.6 miles away
STI Prevention/Education · Needle Cleaning, Needle Exchange or Needle Distribution · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Harm Reduction · Condom Distribution
About 2 miles southwest of Buffalo in Buffalo: Evergreen Health is an appointment-based clinic where a single visit can cover testing, treatment, and prevention—ideal for anyone building a routine sexual-health plan or managing ongoing care.
Read full overviewShow less
Book ahead for a focused visit
Evergreen Health operates by appointment, which means you'll have dedicated time with staff rather than waiting in a walk-in queue. A single visit can include testing, same-day treatment for bacterial infections, vaccine administration, and a conversation about prevention options like PrEP or PEP.
Tests and treatment under one plan
The clinic screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and hepatitis C. Bacterial STIs are treated on-site the same day; HIV and hepatitis C require confirmatory testing and ongoing specialist management. You can also discuss mpox and HPV vaccination, hepatitis A protection, or start PrEP if you're uninsured—the clinic covers that cost.
Free testing, sliding-scale care
HIV and hepatitis C tests are free. Mpox vaccine is free. Everything else—treatment, additional vaccines, PrEP, counseling—runs on a sliding scale based on income, and Medicaid and insurance are accepted.
Best for anyone planning ahead
If you prefer scheduling your sexual health rather than dropping in, or if you're managing PrEP or treatment and need continuity, Evergreen Health rewards the appointment model with unhurried care and a full menu of prevention and treatment options.
Sliding-scalePrEP
206 South Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14201
1.7 miles away
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Mpox Vaccine · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
STI Prevention/Education · Needle Cleaning, Needle Exchange or Needle Distribution · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Free Mpox Vaccine · Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free HIV Test · Free Hepatitis C Test
About 2 miles northeast of Buffalo in Buffalo: Erie County Medical Center tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and herpes, treating bacterial infections on site and managing viral care through specialist pathways. Walk in anytime for testing and prevention—PrEP, vaccines, and condoms included—whether you're insured, on Medicaid, or uninsured.
Read full overviewShow less
Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
You can walk in and get tested for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis in one visit; if positive, treatment happens right there. Herpes, hepatitis B and C, and HIV testing are also available, though those require follow-up care with specialists to confirm results and start treatment. TB screening rounds out the menu.
Prevention built into every visit
Beyond testing, the clinic hands out condoms and offers HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines. If you're at risk for HIV, you can start PrEP on site, with medication adherence counseling to keep you on track. Prevention education covers HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI transmission.
Cost depends on your insurance status
Medicaid is accepted, as is private insurance. If you're uninsured, PrEP is available at no cost; expect a standard visit fee for testing and other services. No appointment needed—walk in whenever you can.
Best for anyone seeking free or low-cost prevention
Whether you need testing, same-day treatment for a bacterial STI, or PrEP without insurance coverage, this is a no-barrier entry point. The walk-in model works for anyone who can't plan ahead or needs care fast.
PrEP
462 Grider Street, Lower Level Buffalo, NY 14215
1.8 miles away
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
About 2 miles west of Buffalo in Buffalo: Neighborhood Health Center offers STI testing and treatment in a single visit, with same-day care for bacterial infections and vaccines to prevent hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and HPV. It's best for anyone with insurance, Medicaid, or a tight budget—sliding-scale fees mean cost won't stop you.
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Test and treat in one visit
Neighborhood Health Center screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, TB, and both rapid and conventional HIV tests. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available the same day. You'll also get counseling on prevention and medication adherence to support your next steps.
Vaccines and prevention built in
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV, hepatitis A, and adult hepatitis B vaccines, plus education on TB, STI, and HIV prevention. A single appointment can cover screening, vaccination, and treatment if needed—no need to hunt down a second clinic for follow-up shots.
Sliding scale means you can afford it
Neighborhood Health Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, sliding-scale fees adjust to your income, and donations are also accepted. Cost won't be a barrier to getting tested.
Book ahead, interpretation available
Appointments are required, so call ahead to schedule. If you speak a language other than English, interpretation services are available to make sure nothing gets lost in translation during your visit.
Sliding-scale
300 Niagra Street, Buffalo, NY 14201
1.9 miles away
Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Planned Parenthood Of Central And Western New York Incorporated
★★★★☆4.1(132 reviews)?
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EasySTD reviews132
Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 132 reviews
About 3 miles north of Buffalo in Buffalo: Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York offers same-visit testing and treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and rapid HIV screening, plus PrEP and doxy-PEP for prevention. It's best for anyone seeking affordable sexual health care on a sliding scale, with Medicaid and insurance accepted.
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Testing and treatment in one visit
Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HIV with a rapid test, and can treat bacterial infections on the same day. If you test positive for HIV, hepatitis B, or need ongoing prevention like PrEP, the clinic connects you to the next steps and specialist care.
Prevention tailored to your situation
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis B vaccines, PrEP for people at ongoing risk of HIV, and doxy-PEP—an antibiotic taken after sex to prevent bacterial STIs. STI and HIV prevention education and free condoms are part of every visit.
Sliding scale that fits your budget
HIV testing and family planning services are free; other visits operate on a sliding scale based on income, and Medicaid and insurance are accepted. You'll need an appointment to be seen.
Interpretation available if you need it
If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are available to help you communicate with providers and understand your results and options.
Title XSliding-scalePrEPDoxyPEP
60 East Amherst Street, Buffalo, NY 14214
2.8 miles away
About 3 miles north of Buffalo in Buffalo: Community Health Center of Buffalo Incorporated is a primary-care clinic offering STI testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention services including PrEP and vaccines. It's built for anyone seeking integrated sexual health care alongside routine medical services, with sliding-scale fees and Spanish interpretation available.
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A primary-care clinic with sexual health embedded
Community Health Center of Buffalo Incorporated treats STI testing and treatment as part of everyday primary care, not a separate visit. You come in for a rapid or conventional HIV test, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, or TB screening—and if you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment happens the same day. Counseling and education on prevention are woven in throughout.
Prevention built in: PrEP, vaccines, and ongoing care
If you're negative and want to stay that way, the clinic prescribes PrEP (including for uninsured patients), offers HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, and provides medication adherence counseling if you're already on HIV treatment or hepatitis therapy. Hepatitis C treatment is also available on-site. This is a place where prevention and treatment aren't afterthoughts—they're part of the same conversation.
Sliding-scale fees; Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance all accepted
There is a visit fee, but it slides based on income. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, as is private insurance. Uninsured patients can access PrEP without paying the standard medication cost. Spanish interpretation is available.
Appointments required; best for those with stable access
You'll need to schedule ahead—there's no walk-in testing. This clinic suits anyone with a regular primary-care relationship or the ability to book an appointment, especially those juggling family planning, chronic disease management, and sexual health in one place.
PrEP
34 Benwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214
2.9 miles away
Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Erie 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.
Showing the 6 closest CLIA-certified labs in Erie County.
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records, filtered to active labs
certified for moderate-to-high-complexity testing — the level chlamydia/gonorrhea NAAT and syphilis serology
require — near Buffalo. Any star rating is the CMS Hospital Compare overall rating where the lab is a rated
hospital. Inclusion is not an endorsement and doesn't confirm a facility offers STD testing — always call to verify.
Test from home
At-home STD testing in Buffalo, NY
The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Buffalo, 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
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.
Best range — couples & full panels
myLAB Box
$79 & up
Screens for:
Up to 14 infections — incl. HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis & herpes
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
Doctors near Buffalo who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 1,005 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Buffalo — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 185 offer telehealth.
These are licensed clinicians who can order STD testing during a visit — not dedicated STD-testing clinics.
Confirm services and availability before booking. Source: CMS Doctors & Clinicians (Medicare-enrolled providers).
Local context
About Buffalo, NY
Renters make up a large share of households. Buffalo sits in Erie, New York — a large city. It's a short drive from Sloan, and the jobless rate sits near 7.1%. Busy urban providers make at-home kits and telehealth a quick, discreet option.
ZIP 14208 snapshot
Inside Buffalo's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Buffalo.
Residents
12,731
Median age
32.4
Median income
$46,940
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Buffalo
Walkability12.99 / 20 · Above average
Buffalo scores 12.99/20 on the EPA walkability index, so many trips are walkable or a short ride — though a car still gives you the widest choice of testing centers.
Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.
Have symptoms?
Do I have an STD?
Use our confidential symptom checker to see which STDs match your symptoms — and which tests are recommended near Buffalo.
Here's how reported STI rates in Erie County — the county that includes Buffalo — compare with New York and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~32% of Erie County residents are aged 15–34 (ACS) — the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally, which is why local screening access matters here.
Lower chlamydia rate than 15% of the state's 62 counties (ranked #10)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Erie County vs New York vs U.S.
Erie CountyNew YorkU.S.
Infection
Erie County
New York
United States
Chlamydia
502.24,752 cases▼ 10%
558.4
492.2
Gonorrhea
236.32,236 cases▼ 0%
235.6
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
8.177 cases▼ 45%
14.8
15.8
Syphilis (early)
7.571 cases▼ 68%
23.1
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
10.7101 cases▼ 58%
25.2
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. County 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 Erie County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 16% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Erie County, chlamydia has fallen from 517.5 to 502.2 per 100,000 (3%), gonorrhea has fallen from 316.1 to 236.3 per 100,000 (25%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 5.6 to 8.1 per 100,000 (45%).
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 Buffalo
Adults uninsured
8.8%
No routine checkup
15.3%
No transportation
16.8%
Binge drinking
13.3%
Frequent mental distress
19.1%
Depression
18.3%
Below poverty line
28%
Primary-care ratio
1,366 : 1
Erie County
Primary-care shortage score 22 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 54.5
Social Vulnerability Index · 49th 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 Erie County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Erie County (2023)
People living with HIV
294 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
47
On PrEP (coverage)
32%
Erie County HIV care continuum (2023)
Erie County recorded 5.8 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 14.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Erie County residents living with HIV, 86.7% are in care · 80.4% 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 the county health department.
Pregnant or planning to be?
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 Erie County tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
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Two quick references for getting tested in Erie County: the CDC's screening schedule (who should test, and how often) and the detection "window" for each infection (the earliest a test can reliably detect it). Select any infection to open its in-depth testing guide — every clinic and lab listed above for Buffalo screens for them.
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 Buffalo-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Buffalo 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
$79.20
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.
Prevention & treatment
PrEP, prevention & online treatment
Testing is one step. For residents of Buffalo, telehealth covers the rest of the picture — 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.
Prevent (PrEP & DoxyPEP)
Daily or on-demand medication that prevents HIV — and DoxyPEP, which lowers the risk of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Mistr
Free online PrEP & DoxyPEP — HIV prevention, home lab kits, no in-person visit
Pricing varies by insurance and changes often — confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a
substitute for emergency care.
Privacy
Confidentiality & consent in New York
The questions Buffalo residents ask most before testing, answered under New York law — which sets confidentiality and consent the same way statewide. Prefer to keep your name off the record? See our guide to anonymous STD testing.
Can a minor consent?
In New York, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own — no parental permission is required.
Will it show on my insurance?
If you use health insurance, an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) may be mailed to the policyholder. Under HIPAA you can ask your insurer in writing to send communications confidentially. To keep a test fully private, choose a self-pay private lab, an at-home kit, or a public health clinic — none of these bill your insurance.
Anonymous & no-insurance options
Public health clinics and at-home kits let you test without involving insurance or your regular doctor. Many New York health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. New York permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication to pass to your partner — no separate exam or appointment needed for them.
Source: Guttmacher Institute — Minors' Access to STI Services; HIPAA 45 CFR 164.522; CDC — Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy (last updated Jul 2025). General information, not legal advice.
Good to Know
STD testing FAQs for Buffalo, NY
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Is walk-in STD testing available near Buffalo?
Yes — several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.
How much does STD testing cost near Buffalo?
Free at public clinics. Private labs run about $24 for one test and $139 for a full panel; at-home kits are $99–209.
Is there free HIV testing near Buffalo?
Yes — free HIV testing is available at public clinics in the area.
What does a full STD panel cover?
A full panel typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.
What's the local chlamydia rate?
Erie County reported ~502 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the New York average.
Is STD testing a blood test or a urine test?
Usually urine or a swab for chlamydia/gonorrhea, and blood for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis.
What should I do after sexual assault?
Go to an ER or call RAINN (800-656-4673); they provide testing, PEP, and support right away.
When is HIV testing accurate after exposure?
Most HIV tests detect infection about 2–6 weeks out depending on the test type; a later retest confirms a negative.
Is herpes curable?
Herpes isn't curable, but daily or as-needed antiviral medicine controls outbreaks and lowers the chance of passing it on.
What's the test for trich?
A urine test or swab finds trichomoniasis, one of the most treatable STIs.
