East Lansing residents saw about 20% fewer new HIV diagnoses in Ingham County than the national average. If you've had a recent risk or just test regularly in East Lansing, Michigan, consider that clinics may bill insurance or offer sliding-scale fees, while many private labs let you pay a flat self-pay price. We list options below.
11 testing centers serve East Lansing, MI — 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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Planned Parenthood Of Michigan
★★★★☆4.1(215 reviews)?
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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 215 reviews
About 2 miles southwest of East Lansing in Lansing: Planned Parenthood of Michigan requires an appointment but moves quickly through testing and treatment in a single visit. It's ideal for anyone seeking STI screening with same-day care, PrEP access, or HPV vaccination without the wait.
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Book ahead for a streamlined visit
You'll need to schedule an appointment, but once you're in, Planned Parenthood handles testing and treatment in one go. A clinician walks you through what to expect, answers questions about prevention, and if you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start treatment the same day.
Screens for five STIs plus prevention options
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HIV (rapid result). Beyond testing, they offer HPV vaccination, PrEP for HIV prevention if you're at ongoing risk, and PEP if you've had a recent exposure. Condoms and education on STI and HIV prevention are part of the visit.
Sliding scale tied to insurance and Medicaid
There's a standard visit fee, but Medicaid and most insurance plans are accepted. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, ask about the sliding scale based on income—Title X funding helps keep costs manageable for those who qualify.
Interpretation available for non-English speakers
If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are on hand to ensure you understand your results and options.
Tests & treatsTitle XPrEP
300 North Clippert Street, Suite 6 Lansing, MI 48912
About 2 miles southeast of East Lansing in East Lansing: University of Michigan Health requires an appointment but moves quickly through testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs, plus PrEP and vaccines—ideal for anyone with insurance or Medicaid who wants a full sexual-health visit in one place.
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Appointment-based, efficient visits
You'll need to schedule ahead, but once you're in, a single visit covers testing, treatment if needed, and prevention counseling. The clinic handles everything from rapid HIV tests to hepatitis and TB screening, then treats chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis on the spot if results come back positive.
Screening and same-visit treatment
Beyond the bacterial STIs, University of Michigan Health tests for herpes, hepatitis B and C, and TB. HIV testing includes both rapid and conventional options; positive results trigger counseling and referral to specialist care. The clinic also offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus PrEP for ongoing prevention.
Insurance and Medicaid cover most costs
If you carry Medicaid or private insurance, your visit is largely covered. Uninsured patients pay a standard fee; ask when you book your appointment for the exact amount.
Best for insured patients seeking full prevention
This clinic suits anyone with coverage who wants testing, treatment, and preventive care—including PrEP—all coordinated in one appointment. If you're uninsured and need low-cost or free testing, look elsewhere first.
Tests & treatsPrEP
2900 Hannah Boulevard, Suite 104 East Lansing, MI 48823
About 4 miles southwest of East Lansing in Lansing: Ingham Community Health Centers tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis A/B/C, herpes, and TB, treating bacterial infections on site and managing hepatitis and HIV through ongoing care. It's built for anyone seeking full STI screening plus prevention tools like PrEP and vaccines.
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Testing and treatment under one visit
Ingham screens for the full spectrum: HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis A/B/C, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis—are treated the same day. HIV and hepatitis require confirmatory testing and ongoing specialist management, both available here.
Prevention built in from the start
Beyond testing, the clinic prescribes PrEP for HIV prevention and offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines. Condoms are distributed free, and counseling covers HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention so you leave with a real plan, not just results.
Sliding scale covers most; insurance helps the rest
There is a fee for visits, but it slides based on income—Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so your actual cost depends on what you carry. No one is priced out of a test.
Appointments required; interpretation available
You'll need to book ahead. If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are on hand, so language won't slow you down.
Tests & treatsRyan White HIV careSliding-scalePrEP
Listing verified Dec 2025 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis B
TB
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Syphilis
Herpes
Chlamydia
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Adolescents/Youth/Teens
American Indian or Alaska Native persons
Asian or Pacific Islander persons
Black or African American persons
Gay Men
Hispanic or Latino persons
LGBTQ
Low Income Persons
Care services
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 C Treatment
Hepatitis B Treatment
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
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TB Prevention/Education
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5.0 miles
Capital Internal Medicine Associates
★★★★★4.6(80 reviews)?
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Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 80 reviews
About 5 miles south of East Lansing in Lansing: Capital Internal Medicine Associates is a primary-care clinic offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention in a single visit—ideal for anyone with insurance or Medicaid, or those paying out of pocket.
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A primary-care clinic handling STI care end-to-end
Capital Internal Medicine Associates treats STIs as part of routine internal medicine: you come in for testing, get results and same-visit treatment for bacterial infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, and walk out with a plan. HIV and hepatitis B and C testing are available; treatment for those is managed on an ongoing basis. The clinic also offers PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) for HIV prevention and PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) if you've had a potential exposure.
Testing and prevention layered into one appointment
A single visit screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, TB, and HIV. If you're negative and want to stay that way, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, condom distribution, and counseling on STI and HIV prevention. Medication adherence education is built in if you're starting PrEP or any other treatment.
Cost depends on insurance or Medicaid
Medicaid and private insurance are accepted. If you're uninsured, expect a standard visit fee. Appointments are required, so call ahead to schedule.
Best for people with coverage seeking integrated care
This clinic suits anyone with Medicaid or insurance who wants STI testing and prevention—including PrEP—handled by a single provider without a separate sexual-health visit. If you're uninsured and need free or low-cost testing, a public health department clinic may be a better fit.
About 5 miles southwest of East Lansing in Lansing: Lansing Area AIDS Network is an HIV-focused clinic offering free testing and prevention education for anyone seeking to know their status or learn how to stay safe. It's built for people navigating HIV concerns and wanting straightforward, judgment-free care.
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Free HIV testing and prevention education
Lansing Area AIDS Network centers on HIV—offering rapid HIV tests, HIV self-tests, and counseling before and after you test. The clinic also screens for hepatitis C, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, all at no cost. Beyond testing, staff provide education on HIV and hepatitis prevention, distribute condoms, and help you understand your results and next steps.
Treatment and support after diagnosis
If you test positive for HIV, the clinic connects you with medication adherence education and counseling to help you manage treatment. Bacterial infections like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis can be treated on-site; HIV and hepatitis C care is managed through referral and ongoing specialist support.
No cost, appointment required
All testing and services are free. You'll need to call ahead to schedule an appointment. Interpretation services are available for non-English speakers, and Spanish-language support is on staff.
Best for anyone with HIV concerns
This clinic is ideal if you're worried about HIV exposure, want to know your status, or are newly diagnosed and need education and support to start treatment. It's also a good fit if you want free testing for other infections without a walk-in wait.
About 17 miles north of East Lansing in St Johns: Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale fees for other STI and hepatitis screening, accepting Medicaid and insurance—ideal for anyone seeking affordable, public-health testing without insurance barriers.
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Free testing, sliding-scale for the rest
HIV testing is free, and mpox vaccination costs nothing. For other tests and services, you pay on a sliding scale based on income; Medicaid and insurance are accepted. If cost has kept you from testing before, this clinic removes that obstacle.
Screens for HIV, hepatitis, and bacterial STIs
The clinic tests for HIV (rapid and conventional), hepatitis A, B, and C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea can be treated on the same visit. TB treatment and prevention education are also available, along with HPV and hepatitis A vaccines.
Appointment required; interpretation available
You'll need to schedule ahead—walk-ins aren't accepted. If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are available, so language won't block you from getting tested.
Best for anyone paying out of pocket
Whether you have Medicaid, insurance, or neither, this public health department is built to serve you affordably. It's especially valuable if you're uninsured or underinsured and need STI and HIV testing without the cost of a private clinic.
A safety-net rural health clinic about 20 miles from East Lansing. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here — call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.
A safety-net rural health clinic about 22 miles from East Lansing. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here — call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.
East Lansing, MI (Ingham County) STD testing locations
11 testing centers serving East Lansing and Ingham County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, TB, HIV Self-Test, HIV.
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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Quest Diagnostics
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★★★★★4.8(194 reviews)?
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 194 reviews
2025 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI, 48823
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
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Conclusive after
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Planned Parenthood Of Michigan
★★★★☆4.1(215 reviews)?
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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 215 reviews
About 2 miles southwest of East Lansing in Lansing: Planned Parenthood of Michigan requires an appointment but moves quickly through testing and treatment in a single visit. It's ideal for anyone seeking STI screening with same-day care, PrEP access, or HPV vaccination without the wait.
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Book ahead for a streamlined visit
You'll need to schedule an appointment, but once you're in, Planned Parenthood handles testing and treatment in one go. A clinician walks you through what to expect, answers questions about prevention, and if you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start treatment the same day.
Screens for five STIs plus prevention options
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HIV (rapid result). Beyond testing, they offer HPV vaccination, PrEP for HIV prevention if you're at ongoing risk, and PEP if you've had a recent exposure. Condoms and education on STI and HIV prevention are part of the visit.
Sliding scale tied to insurance and Medicaid
There's a standard visit fee, but Medicaid and most insurance plans are accepted. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, ask about the sliding scale based on income—Title X funding helps keep costs manageable for those who qualify.
Interpretation available for non-English speakers
If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are on hand to ensure you understand your results and options.
Title XPrEP
300 North Clippert Street, Suite 6 Lansing, MI 48912
1.5 miles away
About 2 miles southeast of East Lansing in East Lansing: University of Michigan Health requires an appointment but moves quickly through testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs, plus PrEP and vaccines—ideal for anyone with insurance or Medicaid who wants a full sexual-health visit in one place.
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Appointment-based, efficient visits
You'll need to schedule ahead, but once you're in, a single visit covers testing, treatment if needed, and prevention counseling. The clinic handles everything from rapid HIV tests to hepatitis and TB screening, then treats chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis on the spot if results come back positive.
Screening and same-visit treatment
Beyond the bacterial STIs, University of Michigan Health tests for herpes, hepatitis B and C, and TB. HIV testing includes both rapid and conventional options; positive results trigger counseling and referral to specialist care. The clinic also offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus PrEP for ongoing prevention.
Insurance and Medicaid cover most costs
If you carry Medicaid or private insurance, your visit is largely covered. Uninsured patients pay a standard fee; ask when you book your appointment for the exact amount.
Best for insured patients seeking full prevention
This clinic suits anyone with coverage who wants testing, treatment, and preventive care—including PrEP—all coordinated in one appointment. If you're uninsured and need low-cost or free testing, look elsewhere first.
PrEP
2900 Hannah Boulevard, Suite 104 East Lansing, MI 48823
2.3 miles away
About 4 miles southwest of East Lansing in Lansing: Ingham Community Health Centers tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis A/B/C, herpes, and TB, treating bacterial infections on site and managing hepatitis and HIV through ongoing care. It's built for anyone seeking full STI screening plus prevention tools like PrEP and vaccines.
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Testing and treatment under one visit
Ingham screens for the full spectrum: HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis A/B/C, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis—are treated the same day. HIV and hepatitis require confirmatory testing and ongoing specialist management, both available here.
Prevention built in from the start
Beyond testing, the clinic prescribes PrEP for HIV prevention and offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines. Condoms are distributed free, and counseling covers HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention so you leave with a real plan, not just results.
Sliding scale covers most; insurance helps the rest
There is a fee for visits, but it slides based on income—Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so your actual cost depends on what you carry. No one is priced out of a test.
Appointments required; interpretation available
You'll need to book ahead. If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are on hand, so language won't slow you down.
Ryan White HIV careSliding-scalePrEP
2316 South Cedar Street, Lansing, MI 48912
4.3 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 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 5 miles south of East Lansing in Lansing: Capital Internal Medicine Associates is a primary-care clinic offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention in a single visit—ideal for anyone with insurance or Medicaid, or those paying out of pocket.
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A primary-care clinic handling STI care end-to-end
Capital Internal Medicine Associates treats STIs as part of routine internal medicine: you come in for testing, get results and same-visit treatment for bacterial infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, and walk out with a plan. HIV and hepatitis B and C testing are available; treatment for those is managed on an ongoing basis. The clinic also offers PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) for HIV prevention and PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) if you've had a potential exposure.
Testing and prevention layered into one appointment
A single visit screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, TB, and HIV. If you're negative and want to stay that way, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, condom distribution, and counseling on STI and HIV prevention. Medication adherence education is built in if you're starting PrEP or any other treatment.
Cost depends on insurance or Medicaid
Medicaid and private insurance are accepted. If you're uninsured, expect a standard visit fee. Appointments are required, so call ahead to schedule.
Best for people with coverage seeking integrated care
This clinic suits anyone with Medicaid or insurance who wants STI testing and prevention—including PrEP—handled by a single provider without a separate sexual-health visit. If you're uninsured and need free or low-cost testing, a public health department clinic may be a better fit.
PrEP
3955 Patient Care Way, Lansing, MI 48911
5.0 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
About 5 miles southwest of East Lansing in Lansing: Lansing Area AIDS Network is an HIV-focused clinic offering free testing and prevention education for anyone seeking to know their status or learn how to stay safe. It's built for people navigating HIV concerns and wanting straightforward, judgment-free care.
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Free HIV testing and prevention education
Lansing Area AIDS Network centers on HIV—offering rapid HIV tests, HIV self-tests, and counseling before and after you test. The clinic also screens for hepatitis C, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, all at no cost. Beyond testing, staff provide education on HIV and hepatitis prevention, distribute condoms, and help you understand your results and next steps.
Treatment and support after diagnosis
If you test positive for HIV, the clinic connects you with medication adherence education and counseling to help you manage treatment. Bacterial infections like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis can be treated on-site; HIV and hepatitis C care is managed through referral and ongoing specialist support.
No cost, appointment required
All testing and services are free. You'll need to call ahead to schedule an appointment. Interpretation services are available for non-English speakers, and Spanish-language support is on staff.
Best for anyone with HIV concerns
This clinic is ideal if you're worried about HIV exposure, want to know your status, or are newly diagnosed and need education and support to start treatment. It's also a good fit if you want free testing for other infections without a walk-in wait.
913 West Holmes Road, Suite 115 Lansing, MI 48910
5.4 miles away
About 17 miles north of East Lansing in St Johns: Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale fees for other STI and hepatitis screening, accepting Medicaid and insurance—ideal for anyone seeking affordable, public-health testing without insurance barriers.
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Free testing, sliding-scale for the rest
HIV testing is free, and mpox vaccination costs nothing. For other tests and services, you pay on a sliding scale based on income; Medicaid and insurance are accepted. If cost has kept you from testing before, this clinic removes that obstacle.
Screens for HIV, hepatitis, and bacterial STIs
The clinic tests for HIV (rapid and conventional), hepatitis A, B, and C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea can be treated on the same visit. TB treatment and prevention education are also available, along with HPV and hepatitis A vaccines.
Appointment required; interpretation available
You'll need to schedule ahead—walk-ins aren't accepted. If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are available, so language won't block you from getting tested.
Best for anyone paying out of pocket
Whether you have Medicaid, insurance, or neither, this public health department is built to serve you affordably. It's especially valuable if you're uninsured or underinsured and need STI and HIV testing without the cost of a private clinic.
Title X
1307 East Townsend Road, St Johns, MI 48879
16.7 miles away
A safety-net rural health clinic about 20 miles from East Lansing. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here — call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.
A safety-net rural health clinic about 22 miles from East Lansing. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here — call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Ingham 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.
Cancer And Hematology Centers, The
East Lansing, MI
1550 Watertower Place Suite 500, East Lansing, MI, 48823
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 East Lansing. 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 East Lansing, MI
The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to East Lansing, 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 East Lansing who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 1,409 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of East Lansing — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 420 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 East Lansing, MI
East Lansing is a larger, suburban community in Ingham, Michigan, where Haslett sits just up the road, and renting is more common than owning. It's a degree-heavy area, with roughly 72% college-educated. Clinics, labs, and pharmacies are all close by, and at-home kits or telehealth add even more flexibility.
ZIP 48825 snapshot
Inside East Lansing's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in East Lansing.
Residents
11,127
Median age
19.4
Getting there
How residents reach testing in East Lansing
Walkability12.87 / 20 · Above average
East Lansing scores 12.87/20 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.
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Nearby cities & towns
STD testing near East Lansing in Ingham County
Just outside East Lansing? These nearby Ingham County communities have their own testing guides — clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
Here's how reported STI rates in Ingham County — the county that includes East Lansing — compare with Michigan and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~70% of Ingham 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 10% of the state's 83 counties (ranked #9)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Ingham County vs Michigan vs U.S.
Ingham CountyMichiganU.S.
Infection
Ingham County
Michigan
United States
Chlamydia
535.41,524 cases▲ 25%
429.5
492.2
Gonorrhea
218.5622 cases▲ 44%
152.2
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
11.934 cases▲ 42%
8.4
15.8
Syphilis (early)
12.636 cases▲ 45%
8.7
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
10.931 cases▼ 16%
13
29.5
Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. 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 Ingham County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▼ 9% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Ingham County, chlamydia has fallen from 585.1 to 535.4 per 100,000 (8%), gonorrhea has fallen from 322.2 to 218.5 per 100,000 (32%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 11.6 to 11.9 per 100,000 (3%).
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 East Lansing
Adults uninsured
9.2%
No routine checkup
29.1%
No transportation
22.6%
Binge drinking
19.9%
Frequent mental distress
31.5%
Depression
36%
Below poverty line
100%
Primary-care ratio
866 : 1
Ingham County
Primary-care shortage score 17 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 56.5
Social Vulnerability Index · 58th 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 Ingham County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Ingham County (2023)
People living with HIV
189 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
27
On PrEP (coverage)
27.6%
Ingham County HIV care continuum (2023)
Ingham County recorded 11 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 8.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Ingham County residents living with HIV, 87.4% are in care · 78.7% are virally suppressed.
Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers — it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.
Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AHEAD · CDC AtlasPlus · CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county care continuum). The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once — every lab and clinic listed above offers HIV testing, and free rapid HIV testing is available at 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 Ingham County tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
Compiled and checked by EasySTD's editorial team against CDC and public-health sources. This is educational information, not a substitute for advice from a licensed clinician. Our editorial guidelines →
Two quick references for getting tested in Ingham 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 East Lansing 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 East Lansing-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving East Lansing 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 East Lansing, 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 Michigan
The questions East Lansing residents ask most before testing, answered under Michigan 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 Michigan, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own — no parental permission is required. A physician is permitted (but not required) to inform a parent.
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 Michigan health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. Michigan 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: Michigan Compiled Laws 333.5127; 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 East Lansing, MI
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Where can I get tested for STDs in East Lansing?
The closest is Quest Diagnostics (0.7 mi); 10 options sit within 30 miles.
What does STD testing cost around East Lansing?
Public clinics are free; private labs ~$24–$139, at-home kits $99–209.
What if I don't have insurance?
Yes — community and public clinics test the uninsured, with sliding-scale fees.
Which tests are offered near East Lansing?
Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV — a full panel covers the common ones.
How common is chlamydia in Ingham County?
About 535 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), above the Michigan average.
Is my health information protected when I test?
Medical records are protected under federal HIPAA law — ask the clinic how it handles your information.
What does a positive STD result mean?
It means an infection was found; a provider confirms it and starts treatment — most STIs are curable or manageable.
Can syphilis be treated?
It's curable with antibiotics; catching it early avoids serious complications.
Should I test again after being treated?
A retest around 3 months after treatment is recommended for chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Can a physical exam show whether I have an STD?
An exam can spot some signs, but most STIs are invisible without a lab test — an exam alone can't rule them out.
