Palm Beach reports about 458 chlamydia cases per 100,000 residents, near the US average. If you live in Golden Lakes, Florida and are considering STI testing whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind, you can choose from public clinics that keep costs down, private labs that prioritize speed, and at-home kits that trade a clinic visit for convenience. See your options below.
11 testing centers serve Golden Lakes, FL — the nearest, Quest Diagnostics, about 0.6 miles away. Compare 8 community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.
About 4 miles east of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Midway Specialty Care Center tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and herpes—and treats bacterial infections on the spot. Walk in anytime, get tested free, and access PrEP or doxy-PEP if you need prevention.
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Testing and treatment under one visit
Midway screens for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and herpes. Bacterial infections like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis can be treated the same day you're tested. HIV and hepatitis testing is available, with treatment managed on-site for those who need ongoing care.
Prevention options built in
If you're at risk, ask about PrEP—a daily pill that stops HIV—or doxy-PEP, an antibiotic taken after sex to prevent bacterial STIs. The clinic also offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus counseling on how to stay healthy.
Free HIV test; sliding scale for the rest
HIV testing is free. For other tests and services, Midway uses a sliding scale based on income, and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the sliding scale keeps costs manageable.
Walk in, no appointment needed
You can show up anytime without calling ahead. No waiting list, no scheduling headache—just come in when it works for you.
Tests & treatsSliding-scalePrEPDoxyPEP
2247 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, Suite 209 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
About 5 miles east of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Campbell Health Solutions tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia—and treats bacterial infections on the spot. It's built for anyone seeking free testing plus prevention tools like PrEP and vaccines.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Campbell Health Solutions screens for HIV (including rapid and self-test options), hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. Bacterial infections—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—are treated right there during your visit, so you don't leave with uncertainty.
Prevention: PrEP, vaccines, and safer-sex supplies
Beyond testing, the clinic prescribes PrEP for HIV prevention and offers hepatitis A and B vaccines plus HPV vaccination. Free condoms are available to take with you, reinforcing the clinic's focus on keeping you protected before exposure happens.
No-cost testing and free HIV self-test
All testing is free, including the rapid HIV test and self-test option—no insurance or sliding scale needed. Other services, including PrEP, vaccines, and treatment, are also provided at no cost.
Appointment required, bilingual support
You'll need to schedule ahead; walk-ins are not accepted. Staff offer interpretation in Spanish and Haitian Creole, so language won't be a barrier to getting care.
Tests & treatsPrEP
2090 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, Suite 300 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
About 5 miles east of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Planned Parenthood of Florida uses a sliding-scale fee structure—free or low-cost depending on income—making STI testing and treatment accessible whether you're insured or paying out of pocket. Walk-in testing, same-day treatment for bacterial infections, and PrEP access make it practical for anyone seeking quick, affordable care.
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Sliding-scale fees fit most budgets
Planned Parenthood charges on a sliding scale tied to your income, with free or minimal-cost visits for those who qualify; Medicaid and insurance are accepted. No one's turned away for inability to pay, so whether you're insured, uninsured, or between jobs, you can get tested without financial stress.
Tests and same-visit treatment for most STIs
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, and offers rapid HIV testing. Bacterial infections (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) are treated on the spot; HIV and hepatitis results are managed with follow-up care and specialist referral as needed. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are also available.
Walk-in testing, no appointment needed
You can walk in without scheduling ahead, making it easy to fit testing into a busy day. Spanish interpretation is available if you need it.
Best for anyone seeking affordable, fast care
This clinic suits anyone who needs free or low-cost testing without an appointment—whether you're uninsured, between jobs, or simply want quick access. If you're interested in PrEP as HIV prevention, Planned Parenthood can start that conversation and prescription on the same visit.
Tests & treatsTitle XPrEP
2300 North Florida Mango Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
About 6 miles northeast of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Monarch Health Services screens for HIV, hepatitis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and more—then treats what it finds, right there. It's built for anyone who needs fast testing without an appointment and wants prevention options (PrEP, doxy-PEP, vaccines) in one place.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Monarch tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis and can treat all three on the spot. HIV testing is available both as a rapid test and conventional test, and hepatitis B and C screening—including rapid hepatitis C—rounds out the menu. If you're exposed to HIV or need STI prevention after a risky encounter, doxy-PEP and PEP are both on hand.
Prevention built in: PrEP, vaccines, and counseling
Beyond testing, Monarch offers PrEP for anyone who wants it, including those without insurance. Hepatitis A and mpox vaccines are available, and staff provide education on STI, HIV, hepatitis, and TB prevention alongside free condom distribution. Medication adherence counseling supports anyone starting treatment.
Cost: free HIV and hepatitis C tests, sliding scale for the rest
HIV and hepatitis C testing are free. Everything else—other STI tests, vaccines, treatment, PrEP—runs on a sliding scale based on income; Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and uninsured patients can access PrEP through the clinic's program.
Walk in anytime; Spanish and Haitian Creole spoken
No appointment needed—drop in when it suits you. Staff speak Spanish and Haitian Creole, and interpretation is available for other languages, so language won't slow you down.
Tests & treatsSliding-scalePrEPDoxyPEP
2580 Metrocentre Boulevard, Suite 1 West Palm Beach, FL 33407
About 6 miles southeast of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Forest Hill Medical Group is a private medical practice offering STI testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention services like PrEP and HPV vaccination. It's best for anyone with insurance or Medicare, or those able to pay out of pocket.
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A private practice for testing and treatment
Forest Hill Medical Group handles STI screening and same-visit treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis in one visit. The clinic also screens for TB and conventional HIV testing, with prevention education woven into each appointment.
Prevention built into the visit
Beyond testing, the clinic offers PrEP for HIV prevention and HPV and hepatitis A vaccines. TB prevention education is available for those at risk, making a single appointment useful for both diagnosis and long-term protection.
Cost and insurance
Medicare and most insurance plans are accepted. Those without coverage pay a standard visit fee; expect to budget accordingly, as this is a private practice rather than a sliding-scale clinic.
Appointments required
You'll need to call ahead and schedule. This structure works well if you have insurance or can afford the visit fee and prefer a planned appointment over walk-in access.
Tests & treatsPrEP
3098 Forest Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
About 6 miles southeast of Golden Lakes in Palm Springs: Caring Hearts Family Medical Centers accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance, with a standard fee for uninsured patients. They test for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, treat bacterial infections on-site, and offer PrEP for HIV prevention—best for anyone with insurance coverage or those who qualify for Medicaid.
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Insurance accepted; standard fee without coverage
Caring Hearts Family Medical Centers takes Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured, expect a standard visit fee. Either way, you'll need an appointment to be seen.
Tests for four STIs; treats bacterial infections immediately
The clinic screens for HIV (both rapid and conventional tests), chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Bacterial infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated the same visit. HIV results and management take longer and involve follow-up care.
PrEP available for HIV prevention
If you're at risk for HIV, PrEP is available here alongside STI testing and prevention counseling. It's part of a full prevention conversation, not an afterthought.
Appointment-based; best for insured patients
Call ahead to schedule. This clinic works well if you have insurance or Medicaid coverage and want a straightforward visit for testing, treatment, and prevention planning in one place.
Tests & treatsPrEP
2135 South Congress Avenue, Suite 4A Palm Springs, FL 33406
Golden Lakes, FL (Palm Beach County) STD testing locations
11 testing centers serving Golden Lakes and Palm Beach County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, HIV Self-Test, Hepatitis C Rapid, TB.
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8136 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL, 33411
0.6 miles away
About 4 miles east of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Midway Specialty Care Center tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and herpes—and treats bacterial infections on the spot. Walk in anytime, get tested free, and access PrEP or doxy-PEP if you need prevention.
Read full overviewShow less
Testing and treatment under one visit
Midway screens for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and herpes. Bacterial infections like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis can be treated the same day you're tested. HIV and hepatitis testing is available, with treatment managed on-site for those who need ongoing care.
Prevention options built in
If you're at risk, ask about PrEP—a daily pill that stops HIV—or doxy-PEP, an antibiotic taken after sex to prevent bacterial STIs. The clinic also offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus counseling on how to stay healthy.
Free HIV test; sliding scale for the rest
HIV testing is free. For other tests and services, Midway uses a sliding scale based on income, and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the sliding scale keeps costs manageable.
Walk in, no appointment needed
You can show up anytime without calling ahead. No waiting list, no scheduling headache—just come in when it works for you.
PrEPDoxyPEP
2247 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, Suite 209 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
4.3 miles away
Doxy PEP · Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Clinical Trials · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C 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
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · Medicare Accepted · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free HIV Test
About 5 miles east of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Campbell Health Solutions tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia—and treats bacterial infections on the spot. It's built for anyone seeking free testing plus prevention tools like PrEP and vaccines.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Campbell Health Solutions screens for HIV (including rapid and self-test options), hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. Bacterial infections—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—are treated right there during your visit, so you don't leave with uncertainty.
Prevention: PrEP, vaccines, and safer-sex supplies
Beyond testing, the clinic prescribes PrEP for HIV prevention and offers hepatitis A and B vaccines plus HPV vaccination. Free condoms are available to take with you, reinforcing the clinic's focus on keeping you protected before exposure happens.
No-cost testing and free HIV self-test
All testing is free, including the rapid HIV test and self-test option—no insurance or sliding scale needed. Other services, including PrEP, vaccines, and treatment, are also provided at no cost.
Appointment required, bilingual support
You'll need to schedule ahead; walk-ins are not accepted. Staff offer interpretation in Spanish and Haitian Creole, so language won't be a barrier to getting care.
PrEP
2090 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, Suite 300 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
4.6 miles away
Family Planning · 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 · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
About 5 miles east of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Planned Parenthood of Florida uses a sliding-scale fee structure—free or low-cost depending on income—making STI testing and treatment accessible whether you're insured or paying out of pocket. Walk-in testing, same-day treatment for bacterial infections, and PrEP access make it practical for anyone seeking quick, affordable care.
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Sliding-scale fees fit most budgets
Planned Parenthood charges on a sliding scale tied to your income, with free or minimal-cost visits for those who qualify; Medicaid and insurance are accepted. No one's turned away for inability to pay, so whether you're insured, uninsured, or between jobs, you can get tested without financial stress.
Tests and same-visit treatment for most STIs
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, and offers rapid HIV testing. Bacterial infections (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) are treated on the spot; HIV and hepatitis results are managed with follow-up care and specialist referral as needed. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are also available.
Walk-in testing, no appointment needed
You can walk in without scheduling ahead, making it easy to fit testing into a busy day. Spanish interpretation is available if you need it.
Best for anyone seeking affordable, fast care
This clinic suits anyone who needs free or low-cost testing without an appointment—whether you're uninsured, between jobs, or simply want quick access. If you're interested in PrEP as HIV prevention, Planned Parenthood can start that conversation and prescription on the same visit.
Title XPrEP
2300 North Florida Mango Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
5.4 miles away
About 6 miles northeast of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Monarch Health Services screens for HIV, hepatitis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and more—then treats what it finds, right there. It's built for anyone who needs fast testing without an appointment and wants prevention options (PrEP, doxy-PEP, vaccines) in one place.
Read full overviewShow less
Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Monarch tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis and can treat all three on the spot. HIV testing is available both as a rapid test and conventional test, and hepatitis B and C screening—including rapid hepatitis C—rounds out the menu. If you're exposed to HIV or need STI prevention after a risky encounter, doxy-PEP and PEP are both on hand.
Prevention built in: PrEP, vaccines, and counseling
Beyond testing, Monarch offers PrEP for anyone who wants it, including those without insurance. Hepatitis A and mpox vaccines are available, and staff provide education on STI, HIV, hepatitis, and TB prevention alongside free condom distribution. Medication adherence counseling supports anyone starting treatment.
Cost: free HIV and hepatitis C tests, sliding scale for the rest
HIV and hepatitis C testing are free. Everything else—other STI tests, vaccines, treatment, PrEP—runs on a sliding scale based on income; Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and uninsured patients can access PrEP through the clinic's program.
Walk in anytime; Spanish and Haitian Creole spoken
No appointment needed—drop in when it suits you. Staff speak Spanish and Haitian Creole, and interpretation is available for other languages, so language won't slow you down.
PrEPDoxyPEP
2580 Metrocentre Boulevard, Suite 1 West Palm Beach, FL 33407
5.7 miles away
Doxy PEP · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment
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
About 6 miles southeast of Golden Lakes in West Palm Beach: Forest Hill Medical Group is a private medical practice offering STI testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention services like PrEP and HPV vaccination. It's best for anyone with insurance or Medicare, or those able to pay out of pocket.
Read full overviewShow less
A private practice for testing and treatment
Forest Hill Medical Group handles STI screening and same-visit treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis in one visit. The clinic also screens for TB and conventional HIV testing, with prevention education woven into each appointment.
Prevention built into the visit
Beyond testing, the clinic offers PrEP for HIV prevention and HPV and hepatitis A vaccines. TB prevention education is available for those at risk, making a single appointment useful for both diagnosis and long-term protection.
Cost and insurance
Medicare and most insurance plans are accepted. Those without coverage pay a standard visit fee; expect to budget accordingly, as this is a private practice rather than a sliding-scale clinic.
Appointments required
You'll need to call ahead and schedule. This structure works well if you have insurance or can afford the visit fee and prefer a planned appointment over walk-in access.
PrEP
3098 Forest Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
5.8 miles away
About 6 miles southeast of Golden Lakes in Palm Springs: Caring Hearts Family Medical Centers accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance, with a standard fee for uninsured patients. They test for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, treat bacterial infections on-site, and offer PrEP for HIV prevention—best for anyone with insurance coverage or those who qualify for Medicaid.
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Insurance accepted; standard fee without coverage
Caring Hearts Family Medical Centers takes Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured, expect a standard visit fee. Either way, you'll need an appointment to be seen.
Tests for four STIs; treats bacterial infections immediately
The clinic screens for HIV (both rapid and conventional tests), chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Bacterial infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated the same visit. HIV results and management take longer and involve follow-up care.
PrEP available for HIV prevention
If you're at risk for HIV, PrEP is available here alongside STI testing and prevention counseling. It's part of a full prevention conversation, not an afterthought.
Appointment-based; best for insured patients
Call ahead to schedule. This clinic works well if you have insurance or Medicaid coverage and want a straightforward visit for testing, treatment, and prevention planning in one place.
PrEP
2135 South Congress Avenue, Suite 4A Palm Springs, FL 33406
6.1 miles away
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Palm Beach 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.
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 Golden Lakes. 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 Golden Lakes, FL
The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Golden Lakes, 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 Golden Lakes who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 1,604 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Golden Lakes — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 596 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 Golden Lakes, FL
Lake Belvedere Estates is the closest neighboring town. Golden Lakes, in Palm Beach, Florida, is a larger city. Unemployment runs about 3.9%, and roughly 38.9% are college graduates. Provider load runs high, so many residents pair a clinic visit with at-home kits or telehealth.
ZIP 33411 snapshot
Inside Golden Lakes's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Golden Lakes.
Residents
75,299
Median age
42.5
Median income
$89,329
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Golden Lakes
Walkability9.11 / 20 · Below average
At 9.11/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Golden Lakes generally mean driving — plan on a car or rideshare to reach a clinic, and check each listing's hours and phone before you go.
Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.
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Use our confidential symptom checker to see which STDs match your symptoms — and which tests are recommended near Golden Lakes.
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 Golden Lakes in Palm Beach County
Just outside Golden Lakes? These nearby Palm Beach County communities have their own testing guides — clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
STDs & HIV in Palm Beach County: the local picture
Here's how reported STI rates in Palm Beach County — the county that includes Golden Lakes — compare with Florida and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~24% of Palm Beach 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 36% of the state's 67 counties (ranked #25)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Palm Beach County vs Florida vs U.S.
Palm Beach CountyFloridaU.S.
Infection
Palm Beach County
Florida
United States
Chlamydia
457.57,017 cases▼ 8%
498.9
492.2
Gonorrhea
144.72,220 cases▼ 30%
206.7
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
11.7180 cases▼ 39%
19.3
15.8
Syphilis (early)
18.4282 cases▼ 27%
25.1
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
30.8473 cases▼ 18%
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 Palm Beach County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 5% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Palm Beach County, chlamydia has risen from 382.8 to 457.5 per 100,000 (20%), gonorrhea has risen from 107.2 to 144.7 per 100,000 (35%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 8.2 to 11.7 per 100,000 (43%).
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 Golden Lakes
Adults uninsured
13.7%
No routine checkup
21%
Binge drinking
13.7%
Frequent mental distress
15.1%
Depression
15.7%
Below poverty line
6.9%
Primary-care ratio
1,244 : 1
Palm Beach County
Primary-care shortage score 21 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 46.7
Social Vulnerability Index · 80th 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 Palm Beach County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Palm Beach County (2023)
Federal priority area: Palm Beach 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
642 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
266
On PrEP (coverage)
25.4%
Palm Beach County HIV care continuum (2023)
Palm Beach County recorded 20 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 22.7 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Palm Beach County residents living with HIV, 85.9% know their status · 74.4% are in care · 67% 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 Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach 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 Golden Lakes 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 Golden Lakes-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Golden Lakes 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 Golden Lakes, 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 Golden Lakes 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 Golden Lakes, FL
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Is walk-in STD testing available near Golden Lakes?
Yes — several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.
Can I use Medicaid for testing?
Yes — Medicaid typically covers it, and public clinics are free either way.
Can I get tested in Golden Lakes without insurance?
Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.
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?
Palm Beach County reported ~458 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Florida average.
Is my STD test private?
Your results are part of your HIPAA-protected medical record; you can ask any clinic about its own privacy practices.
My test was positive — what now?
A positive means treatment is the next step; many STIs are cured with antibiotics, and all are treatable.
Can STDs be treated near Golden Lakes?
Many STIs are fully cured with antibiotics; others, like HIV and herpes, are well managed with treatment.
What's the test for syphilis?
A blood draw screens for syphilis, with a confirmatory test if it's reactive.
Is STI testing different from STD testing?
No real difference for testing — "STI" is just the current term for what used to be called "STD."
