New HIV diagnoses in Pinellas run about 26% higher than the US average. Whether in Clearwater, Florida for a single check-up or regular STI screening, you have a choice between clinics that may bill insurance and private labs offering flat self-pay prices. Review options below.
11 testing centers serve Clearwater, FL — the nearest, Quest Diagnostics, about 1.1 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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1.5 miles
Can Community Health
★★★★☆4.2(245 reviews)?
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 245 reviews
About 2 miles northeast of Clearwater in Clearwater: CAN Community Health is a full-service STI and HIV clinic that handles testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking free HIV and hepatitis C screening, same-day STI care, or PrEP without insurance barriers.
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A clinic built for real prevention
CAN Community Health treats STI testing and prevention as a single conversation. You walk in for a rapid HIV test or to check for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, and if you test positive for a bacterial infection, treatment happens the same day. But the clinic also stocks doxy-PEP—an antibiotic you take after unprotected sex to prevent infection—and manages PrEP for people without insurance, so prevention isn't something you schedule separately.
Free screening, affordable treatment and prevention
HIV, hepatitis C, and STI testing are free. If you have Medicaid or insurance, they cover the rest; if you don't, the clinic uses a sliding scale for treatment and offers PrEP at no cost to the uninsured. Hepatitis C treatment is available on-site, and HIV care is managed by the clinic's medical team. You'll need an appointment, and Spanish interpretation is offered.
Best for anyone uninsured or paying out of pocket
If you've been avoiding testing because of cost, or you're on PrEP and need a refill without insurance coverage, this is the place. The free screening and sliding-scale fees mean you're not choosing between a test and rent. Counseling and condom distribution are built into every visit, so you leave with information as well as results.
Tests & treatsSliding-scalePrEPDoxyPEP
2349 Sunset Point Road, Suite 405 Clearwater, FL 33765
About 2 miles west of Clearwater in Clearwater: Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County is a public health clinic that screens for and treats STIs, HIV, hepatitis, and TB—offering same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and prevention tools like PrEP and doxy-PEP. It's best for anyone seeking affordable testing and care on a sliding-scale fee.
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A public health clinic for STI and HIV testing
The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County serves anyone who needs STI, HIV, hepatitis, and TB screening in one place. You'll need to schedule an appointment, and staff can work with you in Spanish if needed. This is a straightforward public clinic focused on diagnosis and treatment, not frills.
Testing and same-visit treatment for most infections
You can get tested for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, rapid or conventional HIV, hepatitis A/B/C, and TB. Bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated on the same visit. HIV and hepatitis require confirmatory testing and ongoing care, but treatment is available. The clinic also offers doxy-PEP (an antibiotic that prevents STI infection after potential exposure) and PrEP for HIV prevention, plus mpox, HPV, and hepatitis A vaccines.
Sliding-scale fees, insurance and Medicaid accepted
There is a fee for visits, but it's charged on a sliding scale based on income. Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance are all accepted, so your actual cost depends on what you have and what you earn. Call ahead when you book your appointment to ask what you'll owe.
Best for anyone who needs affordable, straightforward care
If you're paying out of pocket or relying on Medicaid, the sliding scale makes this a practical choice. It's also ideal if you want prevention tools like PrEP or doxy-PEP alongside testing, or if you need TB screening and care in the same place.
Listing verified Feb 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis B
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Chlamydia
Rapid HIV
Conventional HIV
Serves
Adolescents/Youth/Teens
Low Income Persons
Persons with HIV
Persons with STI
Persons with TB
Care services
Doxy PEP
Family Planning
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
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
Community health center
2.6 miles
Evara Health
★★★★☆4.2(35 reviews)?
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 35 reviews
About 3 miles southwest of Clearwater in Clearwater: Evara Health offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale fees for other services, accepting Medicaid and insurance to keep STI screening affordable for everyone. Walk-ins aren't available—you'll need an appointment—but once you're in, testing and treatment happen the same visit.
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Free HIV testing, sliding-scale for the rest
HIV testing at Evara Health costs nothing; other STI screening and services use a sliding-scale fee based on what you can pay, and Medicaid and insurance are accepted. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the sliding scale means you won't face a flat bill.
Tests and treatment in one visit
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and TB, and treats bacterial infections (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) on the same day. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are also available, along with hepatitis B vaccination for adults.
You'll need to schedule ahead—walk-ins aren't accepted—but Spanish-language services are available. Evara also provides HIV counseling, STI and HIV prevention education, and family planning services.
Best for anyone seeking affordable STI care
If you need free HIV testing or want to keep costs down with sliding-scale fees, Evara Health works well; the appointment requirement means planning ahead, but it ensures you get in without a wait.
Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Herpes
Chlamydia
Conventional HIV
Serves
Hispanic or Latino persons
Low Income Persons
Persons with STI
Care services
Family Planning
Substance Abuse Treatment
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
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
Medicare Accepted
Fee
Insurance Accepted
Free HIV Test
Community health center
3.5 miles
Metro Healthy Communities
★★★★★4.7(138 reviews)?
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 138 reviews
About 4 miles southeast of Clearwater in Clearwater: Metro Healthy Communities takes appointments and offers same-visit testing and treatment for bacterial STIs, plus HIV and hepatitis screening with on-site management. It's built for anyone—insured, uninsured, or on Medicaid—who wants a single visit to handle prevention, testing, and care.
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Appointments get you in; testing and treatment happen the same day
Metro Healthy Communities operates by appointment, which means you call ahead, show up at a scheduled time, and move through testing and treatment in one visit. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start antibiotics before you leave. That efficiency matters when you want to get it done and move on.
Screens for nine infections; treats most on the spot
The clinic tests for HIV (both rapid and conventional), hepatitis A, B, and C, TB, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Bacterial STIs are treated same-visit with antibiotics. Hepatitis B and C treatment is managed at the clinic, as is HIV care through their medical team. If you're negative and want to stay that way, they offer PrEP, doxy-PEP, and HPV and hepatitis A vaccines.
Free HIV and hepatitis C tests; sliding scale for the rest
HIV and hepatitis C testing are free. Everything else—other tests, vaccines, PrEP, treatment—runs on a sliding scale based on income. Medicaid and insurance are accepted. If you're uninsured, PrEP is available without a fee barrier. A standard visit fee applies if you're paying out of pocket, but the clinic adjusts it to what you can afford.
Spanish and Haitian Creole interpretation; counseling built in
Staff offer interpretation services in Spanish and Haitian Creole. Counseling on HIV, STI, hepatitis, and TB prevention is part of the visit, so you're not just tested—you're educated on what the results mean and how to protect yourself next time.
Tests & treatsSliding-scalePrEPDoxyPEP
18167 US Hwy 19 North, Suite 150 Clearwater, FL 33764
Listing verified Jan 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis B
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Chlamydia
Rapid HIV
Conventional HIV
Serves
Adolescents/Youth/Teens
American Indian or Alaska Native persons
Asian or Pacific Islander persons
Black or African American persons
Gay Men
Health Professionals
Hispanic or Latino persons
LGBTQ
Care services
Doxy PEP
Family Planning
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling
TB Treatment
STI Treatment
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
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
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
PrEP for uninsured
Fee
Insurance Accepted
Free HIV Test
Free Hepatitis C Test
9.1 miles
Tampa Family Health Centers
★★★★☆4.2(46 reviews)?
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 46 reviews
About 9 miles east of Clearwater in Tampa: Tampa Family Health Centers uses a sliding-scale fee structure—visit cost depends on what you can afford—and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance. They're ideal for anyone seeking STI testing, TB screening, and same-visit treatment without worrying about upfront costs.
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Sliding scale means you pay what fits your budget
Tampa Family Health Centers charges on a sliding scale, so your visit cost adjusts to your income. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are all accepted. If you're paying out of pocket, the sliding scale keeps testing and treatment affordable regardless of your financial situation.
Tests for the major bacterial STIs plus HIV and herpes
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—and treats all three on the same visit. You can also get tested for HIV, herpes, and TB. Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines are available, along with STI and HIV prevention education and free condoms.
Appointments required; Spanish interpretation available
You'll need to schedule an appointment in advance rather than walk in. Spanish interpretation is offered, so language won't block access to care.
Best for anyone needing affordable, complete STI care
If you need testing and treatment without the sticker shock of a standard clinic fee, the sliding scale makes this a practical choice. It's especially useful if you're uninsured or underinsured and want to avoid guessing what you'll owe.
About 12 miles east of Clearwater in Tampa: Joel B Rose DO schedules appointments for STI testing, HIV screening, hepatitis panels, and TB checks, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and access to PrEP for prevention. It suits anyone with insurance or the ability to pay a standard visit fee who wants a full medical workup and ongoing HIV or hepatitis care.
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Appointments required; full medical visit
You'll need to call ahead to book a time at Joel B Rose DO. Once there, a visit covers testing, counseling, and treatment all in one appointment—no separate trips for results or prescriptions if you're diagnosed with chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis.
Tests and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, HIV, and the full hepatitis panel (A, B, C), plus TB. Bacterial infections are treated on the spot. HIV and hepatitis require confirmatory testing and ongoing specialist management, but both are managed here; hepatitis C and B treatment is available, as is HIV/AIDS care.
PrEP and vaccines for prevention
If you're at risk for HIV, PrEP is available. The clinic also offers HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, plus counseling on STI, TB, and HIV prevention to help you stay negative.
Standard visit fee; insurance accepted
Expect a standard visit fee, typically higher than a public clinic. Insurance is accepted; if you're uninsured, ask about the exact cost when you call to schedule.
About 15 miles southeast of Clearwater in Saint Petersburg: Bayfront Health offers STI and HIV testing by appointment, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and access to PrEP for prevention. It's built for anyone seeking thorough screening plus ongoing care—testing, treatment, and vaccines—under one provider.
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Book ahead for a full visit
Bayfront Health requires an appointment, which means you'll have dedicated time for testing, counseling, and treatment all in one visit. If you're diagnosed with chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start antibiotics the same day; HIV and hepatitis results may take longer and connect you to specialist care. Staff speak Spanish and French, so language won't be a barrier.
Screens for nine infections, treats most on-site
The clinic tests for HIV (both rapid and conventional), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, and TB. Beyond testing, Bayfront manages hepatitis B and C treatment, offers TB care, and provides HPV and hepatitis A vaccines—so a single appointment can address prevention and treatment together.
Insurance, Medicaid, and a standard fee
Bayfront accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. If you're uninsured, expect a standard visit fee; ask about the exact cost when you book. PrEP is available for those at ongoing risk of HIV, making this a place to start prevention as well as testing.
Best for those ready to commit to follow-up
Because appointments are required, Bayfront works best if you can plan ahead and return for confirmatory tests or ongoing treatment. It's ideal if you want testing, vaccines, and prevention (like PrEP) coordinated in one place, and especially useful if you speak Spanish or French.
About 15 miles south of Clearwater in Saint Petersburg: Empath Health is a full-service sexual health clinic that handles testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—no appointment needed. It's built for anyone seeking affordable care, from free HIV testing to PrEP and vaccines.
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Walk-in testing and treatment, all in one visit
Empath Health operates as a drop-in clinic where you can get tested for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A/B/C, and TB without scheduling ahead. If you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment is available on the same visit, and HIV care is managed on-site for those who need ongoing support.
Prevention woven into every visit
Beyond testing, the clinic offers PrEP for anyone at ongoing risk of HIV exposure, doxy-PEP counseling for STI prevention, HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, and condom distribution. Staff provide education on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention, plus medication adherence support if you're starting treatment.
Free HIV testing; sliding-scale fees for the rest
HIV testing is free—both rapid and conventional tests—and free self-tests are available to take home. All other services run on a sliding scale based on income, and Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so cost won't block you from care.
Spanish interpretation available; no appointment barrier
The clinic welcomes walk-ins and offers Spanish-language support, making it accessible whether you're planning ahead or need testing today.
11 testing centers serving Clearwater and Pinellas County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, TB.
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.
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Quest Diagnostics
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★★★★☆4.2(317 reviews)?
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 317 reviews
1831 North Belcher Road, Clearwater, FL, 33765
1.1 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.
Can Community Health
Best for free testing
★★★★☆4.2(245 reviews)?
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EasySTD reviews245
Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 245 reviews
About 2 miles northeast of Clearwater in Clearwater: CAN Community Health is a full-service STI and HIV clinic that handles testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking free HIV and hepatitis C screening, same-day STI care, or PrEP without insurance barriers.
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A clinic built for real prevention
CAN Community Health treats STI testing and prevention as a single conversation. You walk in for a rapid HIV test or to check for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, and if you test positive for a bacterial infection, treatment happens the same day. But the clinic also stocks doxy-PEP—an antibiotic you take after unprotected sex to prevent infection—and manages PrEP for people without insurance, so prevention isn't something you schedule separately.
Free screening, affordable treatment and prevention
HIV, hepatitis C, and STI testing are free. If you have Medicaid or insurance, they cover the rest; if you don't, the clinic uses a sliding scale for treatment and offers PrEP at no cost to the uninsured. Hepatitis C treatment is available on-site, and HIV care is managed by the clinic's medical team. You'll need an appointment, and Spanish interpretation is offered.
Best for anyone uninsured or paying out of pocket
If you've been avoiding testing because of cost, or you're on PrEP and need a refill without insurance coverage, this is the place. The free screening and sliding-scale fees mean you're not choosing between a test and rent. Counseling and condom distribution are built into every visit, so you leave with information as well as results.
PrEPDoxyPEP
2349 Sunset Point Road, Suite 405 Clearwater, FL 33765
1.5 miles away
About 2 miles west of Clearwater in Clearwater: Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County is a public health clinic that screens for and treats STIs, HIV, hepatitis, and TB—offering same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and prevention tools like PrEP and doxy-PEP. It's best for anyone seeking affordable testing and care on a sliding-scale fee.
Read full overviewShow less
A public health clinic for STI and HIV testing
The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County serves anyone who needs STI, HIV, hepatitis, and TB screening in one place. You'll need to schedule an appointment, and staff can work with you in Spanish if needed. This is a straightforward public clinic focused on diagnosis and treatment, not frills.
Testing and same-visit treatment for most infections
You can get tested for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, rapid or conventional HIV, hepatitis A/B/C, and TB. Bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated on the same visit. HIV and hepatitis require confirmatory testing and ongoing care, but treatment is available. The clinic also offers doxy-PEP (an antibiotic that prevents STI infection after potential exposure) and PrEP for HIV prevention, plus mpox, HPV, and hepatitis A vaccines.
Sliding-scale fees, insurance and Medicaid accepted
There is a fee for visits, but it's charged on a sliding scale based on income. Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance are all accepted, so your actual cost depends on what you have and what you earn. Call ahead when you book your appointment to ask what you'll owe.
Best for anyone who needs affordable, straightforward care
If you're paying out of pocket or relying on Medicaid, the sliding scale makes this a practical choice. It's also ideal if you want prevention tools like PrEP or doxy-PEP alongside testing, or if you need TB screening and care in the same place.
Sliding-scalePrEPDoxyPEP
310 North Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33755
2.2 miles away
About 3 miles southwest of Clearwater in Clearwater: Evara Health offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale fees for other services, accepting Medicaid and insurance to keep STI screening affordable for everyone. Walk-ins aren't available—you'll need an appointment—but once you're in, testing and treatment happen the same visit.
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Free HIV testing, sliding-scale for the rest
HIV testing at Evara Health costs nothing; other STI screening and services use a sliding-scale fee based on what you can pay, and Medicaid and insurance are accepted. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the sliding scale means you won't face a flat bill.
Tests and treatment in one visit
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and TB, and treats bacterial infections (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) on the same day. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are also available, along with hepatitis B vaccination for adults.
You'll need to schedule ahead—walk-ins aren't accepted—but Spanish-language services are available. Evara also provides HIV counseling, STI and HIV prevention education, and family planning services.
Best for anyone seeking affordable STI care
If you need free HIV testing or want to keep costs down with sliding-scale fees, Evara Health works well; the appointment requirement means planning ahead, but it ensures you get in without a wait.
Sliding-scale
707 East Druid Road, Clearwater, FL 33756
2.6 miles away
About 4 miles southeast of Clearwater in Clearwater: Metro Healthy Communities takes appointments and offers same-visit testing and treatment for bacterial STIs, plus HIV and hepatitis screening with on-site management. It's built for anyone—insured, uninsured, or on Medicaid—who wants a single visit to handle prevention, testing, and care.
Read full overviewShow less
Appointments get you in; testing and treatment happen the same day
Metro Healthy Communities operates by appointment, which means you call ahead, show up at a scheduled time, and move through testing and treatment in one visit. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start antibiotics before you leave. That efficiency matters when you want to get it done and move on.
Screens for nine infections; treats most on the spot
The clinic tests for HIV (both rapid and conventional), hepatitis A, B, and C, TB, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Bacterial STIs are treated same-visit with antibiotics. Hepatitis B and C treatment is managed at the clinic, as is HIV care through their medical team. If you're negative and want to stay that way, they offer PrEP, doxy-PEP, and HPV and hepatitis A vaccines.
Free HIV and hepatitis C tests; sliding scale for the rest
HIV and hepatitis C testing are free. Everything else—other tests, vaccines, PrEP, treatment—runs on a sliding scale based on income. Medicaid and insurance are accepted. If you're uninsured, PrEP is available without a fee barrier. A standard visit fee applies if you're paying out of pocket, but the clinic adjusts it to what you can afford.
Spanish and Haitian Creole interpretation; counseling built in
Staff offer interpretation services in Spanish and Haitian Creole. Counseling on HIV, STI, hepatitis, and TB prevention is part of the visit, so you're not just tested—you're educated on what the results mean and how to protect yourself next time.
Sliding-scalePrEPDoxyPEP
18167 US Hwy 19 North, Suite 150 Clearwater, FL 33764
3.5 miles away
Doxy PEP · Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · 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
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free HIV Test · Free Hepatitis C Test
LanguagesEnglish, Haitian Creole, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish
Listing verified Jan 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
About 9 miles east of Clearwater in Tampa: Tampa Family Health Centers uses a sliding-scale fee structure—visit cost depends on what you can afford—and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance. They're ideal for anyone seeking STI testing, TB screening, and same-visit treatment without worrying about upfront costs.
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Sliding scale means you pay what fits your budget
Tampa Family Health Centers charges on a sliding scale, so your visit cost adjusts to your income. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are all accepted. If you're paying out of pocket, the sliding scale keeps testing and treatment affordable regardless of your financial situation.
Tests for the major bacterial STIs plus HIV and herpes
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—and treats all three on the same visit. You can also get tested for HIV, herpes, and TB. Hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines are available, along with STI and HIV prevention education and free condoms.
Appointments required; Spanish interpretation available
You'll need to schedule an appointment in advance rather than walk in. Spanish interpretation is offered, so language won't block access to care.
Best for anyone needing affordable, complete STI care
If you need testing and treatment without the sticker shock of a standard clinic fee, the sliding scale makes this a practical choice. It's especially useful if you're uninsured or underinsured and want to avoid guessing what you'll owe.
12085 West Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, FL 33635
9.1 miles away
About 12 miles east of Clearwater in Tampa: Joel B Rose DO schedules appointments for STI testing, HIV screening, hepatitis panels, and TB checks, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and access to PrEP for prevention. It suits anyone with insurance or the ability to pay a standard visit fee who wants a full medical workup and ongoing HIV or hepatitis care.
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Appointments required; full medical visit
You'll need to call ahead to book a time at Joel B Rose DO. Once there, a visit covers testing, counseling, and treatment all in one appointment—no separate trips for results or prescriptions if you're diagnosed with chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis.
Tests and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, HIV, and the full hepatitis panel (A, B, C), plus TB. Bacterial infections are treated on the spot. HIV and hepatitis require confirmatory testing and ongoing specialist management, but both are managed here; hepatitis C and B treatment is available, as is HIV/AIDS care.
PrEP and vaccines for prevention
If you're at risk for HIV, PrEP is available. The clinic also offers HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, plus counseling on STI, TB, and HIV prevention to help you stay negative.
Standard visit fee; insurance accepted
Expect a standard visit fee, typically higher than a public clinic. Insurance is accepted; if you're uninsured, ask about the exact cost when you call to schedule.
PrEP
6101 Webb Road, Suite 207 Tampa, FL 33615
11.6 miles away
About 15 miles southeast of Clearwater in Saint Petersburg: Bayfront Health offers STI and HIV testing by appointment, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and access to PrEP for prevention. It's built for anyone seeking thorough screening plus ongoing care—testing, treatment, and vaccines—under one provider.
Read full overviewShow less
Book ahead for a full visit
Bayfront Health requires an appointment, which means you'll have dedicated time for testing, counseling, and treatment all in one visit. If you're diagnosed with chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start antibiotics the same day; HIV and hepatitis results may take longer and connect you to specialist care. Staff speak Spanish and French, so language won't be a barrier.
Screens for nine infections, treats most on-site
The clinic tests for HIV (both rapid and conventional), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, and TB. Beyond testing, Bayfront manages hepatitis B and C treatment, offers TB care, and provides HPV and hepatitis A vaccines—so a single appointment can address prevention and treatment together.
Insurance, Medicaid, and a standard fee
Bayfront accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. If you're uninsured, expect a standard visit fee; ask about the exact cost when you book. PrEP is available for those at ongoing risk of HIV, making this a place to start prevention as well as testing.
Best for those ready to commit to follow-up
Because appointments are required, Bayfront works best if you can plan ahead and return for confirmatory tests or ongoing treatment. It's ideal if you want testing, vaccines, and prevention (like PrEP) coordinated in one place, and especially useful if you speak Spanish or French.
PrEP
2200 16th Street, Saint Petersburg, FL 33704
14.5 miles away
Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · TB Treatment · 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
About 15 miles south of Clearwater in Saint Petersburg: Empath Health is a full-service sexual health clinic that handles testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—no appointment needed. It's built for anyone seeking affordable care, from free HIV testing to PrEP and vaccines.
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Walk-in testing and treatment, all in one visit
Empath Health operates as a drop-in clinic where you can get tested for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A/B/C, and TB without scheduling ahead. If you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment is available on the same visit, and HIV care is managed on-site for those who need ongoing support.
Prevention woven into every visit
Beyond testing, the clinic offers PrEP for anyone at ongoing risk of HIV exposure, doxy-PEP counseling for STI prevention, HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, and condom distribution. Staff provide education on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention, plus medication adherence support if you're starting treatment.
Free HIV testing; sliding-scale fees for the rest
HIV testing is free—both rapid and conventional tests—and free self-tests are available to take home. All other services run on a sliding scale based on income, and Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so cost won't block you from care.
Spanish interpretation available; no appointment barrier
The clinic welcomes walk-ins and offers Spanish-language support, making it accessible whether you're planning ahead or need testing today.
PrEP
3050 1st Avenue South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
15.1 miles away
Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · 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
Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · Insurance Accepted · Free HIV Test · Free HIV Self-Test
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Pinellas 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.
Florida Fertility Institute Pa
Clearwater, FL
2454 Mcmullen Booth Rd Suite 601, Clearwater, FL, 33759
Showing the 6 closest CLIA-certified labs in Pinellas 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 Clearwater. 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 Clearwater, FL
The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Clearwater, 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 Clearwater who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 2,825 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Clearwater — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 861 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 Clearwater, FL
The nearest town over is Coachman. Clearwater (Pinellas, Florida) is a large city. It anchors the surrounding area, and the jobless rate sits near 7%. In a dense area like this, at-home kits and telehealth help residents test without the appointment crunch.
ZIP 33755 snapshot
Inside Clearwater's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Clearwater.
Residents
28,057
Median age
41.3
Median income
$59,613
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Clearwater
Walkability13.72 / 20 · Above average
Clearwater scores 13.72/20 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 Clearwater.
Pharmacies stock FDA-authorized at-home STI and HIV self-tests and fill prescriptions for treatment. Locations via OpenStreetMap.
Nearby cities & towns
STD testing near Clearwater in Pinellas County
Just outside Clearwater? These nearby Pinellas County communities have their own testing guides — clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
Here's how reported STI rates in Pinellas County — the county that includes Clearwater — compare with Florida and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~23% of Pinellas 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 42% of the state's 67 counties (ranked #29)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Pinellas County vs Florida vs U.S.
Pinellas CountyFloridaU.S.
Infection
Pinellas County
Florida
United States
Chlamydia
440.64,237 cases▼ 12%
498.9
492.2
Gonorrhea
186.91,797 cases▼ 10%
206.7
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
37.5361 cases▲ 94%
19.3
15.8
Syphilis (early)
21.4206 cases▼ 15%
25.1
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
11.8113 cases▼ 69%
37.7
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 Pinellas County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 5% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Pinellas County, chlamydia has risen from 419.1 to 440.6 per 100,000 (5%), gonorrhea has risen from 173.5 to 186.9 per 100,000 (8%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 22.5 to 37.5 per 100,000 (67%).
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 Clearwater
Adults uninsured
17.3%
No routine checkup
23.6%
Binge drinking
16.1%
Frequent mental distress
19.1%
Depression
20.9%
Below poverty line
22%
Primary-care ratio
1,095 : 1
Pinellas County
Primary-care shortage score 19 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 52.9
Social Vulnerability Index · 71th 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 Pinellas County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Pinellas County (2023)
Federal priority area: Pinellas County is one of 48 U.S. counties prioritized under the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative — targeted federal funding to expand local HIV testing, PrEP, and prevention.
People living with HIV
581 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
149
On PrEP (coverage)
19.5%
Pinellas County HIV care continuum (2023)
Pinellas County recorded 17.3 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 22.7 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Pinellas County residents living with HIV, 81.6% know their status · 88.1% are in care · 78.6% 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 Pinellas 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 Pinellas 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 Clearwater 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 Clearwater-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Clearwater 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 Clearwater, 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 Florida
The questions Clearwater residents ask most before testing, answered under Florida 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 Florida, 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 Florida health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. Florida 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 Clearwater, FL
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
How many places can I test near Clearwater?
There are 11 options within a 30-mile drive.
Will my insurance pay for an STD test?
Usually yes — it can be billed to insurance, or paid out of pocket at a flat rate.
Where can I get tested for free near Clearwater?
Can Community Health, about 1.5 mi away, provides free testing.
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?
Pinellas County reported ~441 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Florida average.
How do I tell a partner I tested positive?
Telling recent partners lets them test and treat; many health departments offer confidential partner-notification help.
How do I prepare for an STD test near Clearwater?
Little prep is needed — bring an ID and insurance if you have it, and note your exposure dates and any symptoms; for a urine test, avoid peeing for about an hour beforehand.
Should I use a clinic or an at-home kit?
Clinics give immediate care and treatment; home kits win on convenience and discretion. Either works.
Is STD testing part of prenatal care?
Pregnancy screening is standard; ask about an early-pregnancy STI panel.
Can someone under 18 get tested in Florida without a parent?
In Florida, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.
