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Free & same-day STD testing in Kentwood, MI

Kent reports about 187 gonorrhea cases per 100,000 residents, near the US average. Whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening in Kentwood, Michigan, you might want to weigh the personal touch of a clinic visit against the convenience of an at-home kit. See the list below for your options.

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STD testing locations in Kentwood, MI

11 testing centers serve Kentwood, MI — the nearest, Corewell Health, 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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4.9 (125 reviews)
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 125 reviews
1155 East Paris Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546 4.1 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Tests offered

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics

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4.8 (194 reviews)
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 194 reviews
1971 East Beltline Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525 7.5 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Tests offered

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
See tests & prices

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AmeriLabs24

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4.7 (138 reviews)
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 138 reviews
6810 South Cedar Street, Lansing, MI, 48911 55.7 miles away

Tests offered

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
See tests & prices

Today's offer: $10 off any test panel — applied automatically at checkout.

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Community health center 0.7 miles

Corewell Health

4.7 (46 reviews)
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 46 reviews

About 1 mile southwest of Kentwood in Kentwood: Corewell Health tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB—with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and vaccines to prevent HPV and hepatitis A. It's built for anyone seeking straightforward testing and care without an appointment.

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Testing and treatment under one visit

Corewell Health screens for HIV (rapid and conventional tests), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB. Bacterial STIs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—can be treated the same day you're tested. If you test positive for HIV or hepatitis, treatment is managed through the clinic's care team.

Prevention built in

Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus family planning services. These fit naturally into a visit, so you can address prevention while you're there.

Cost on a sliding scale

There is a fee for visits, but Corewell Health uses a sliding scale—your cost depends on income. Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance are all accepted. Donations are also welcome if you're able.

Walk in whenever you need it

No appointment required. You can drop in when it works for your schedule, making it easy to fit testing into a busy week.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
4600 Breton Road Southeast, Suite 102 Kentwood, MI 49508
English
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website

Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA

Community health center 6.0 miles

Cherry Health

2.9 (24 reviews)
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Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 24 reviews

About 6 miles northwest of Kentwood in Grand Rapids: Cherry Health uses a sliding-scale fee structure, accepting Medicaid and insurance, making STI testing and treatment accessible regardless of ability to pay. It's ideal for anyone seeking same-visit diagnosis and treatment for bacterial infections, plus PrEP or vaccines.

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Sliding scale means you pay what fits your budget

Cherry Health charges on a sliding scale and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance; if you're uninsured or underinsured, you'll pay based on income rather than a flat fee. That removes the guesswork from affording care.

Tests and treats bacterial STIs in one visit

The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis and can treat all three on the same day, plus offers HIV and TB testing. If you're looking to start PrEP or need a hepatitis A or B vaccine, those are available too.

Hepatitis C treatment and HIV counseling on-site

Beyond STI care, Cherry Health manages hepatitis C treatment and provides HIV test counseling, so you're not bounced elsewhere for results or next steps.

Appointments required; interpretation available

You'll need to schedule ahead rather than walk in, and Spanish interpretation is available, along with interpretation services for other languages.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale PrEP
550 Cherry Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Appointment required
English, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website

Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA

6.1 miles

Planned Parenthood Of Michigan

3.6 (101 reviews)
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Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 101 reviews

About 6 miles northwest of Kentwood in Grand Rapids: Planned Parenthood of Michigan requires an appointment but moves quickly through testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs, plus PrEP counseling and HPV vaccination—ideal for anyone seeking full sexual health care in one visit.

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Book ahead for a streamlined visit

You'll need to schedule an appointment, but once you're in, a single visit covers testing, treatment if needed, and prevention planning. The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HIV, and can treat bacterial infections on the spot. If you're interested in PrEP or the HPV vaccine, they handle both here.

Testing and treatment under one plan

Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis are treated the same day if you test positive. HIV and herpes testing are available, though HIV results and follow-up care are managed through counseling and referral. The clinic also offers condom distribution and education on STI and HIV prevention.

Cost depends on your insurance or income

If you have Medicaid or Medicare, it's covered. Insurance plans are accepted. If you're paying out of pocket, expect a standard visit fee. Title X funding helps keep costs manageable for those without coverage.

Best for anyone with insurance or Title X eligibility

This clinic works well if you can plan ahead and have insurance or qualify for Title X assistance. It's a full-service stop for testing, treatment, PrEP, and vaccination—no need to bounce between providers.

Tests & treats Title X PrEP
425 Cherry Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Appointment required
English
Opening hours
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website

Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN

Best for free testing 6.6 miles

Kent County Health Department

4.4 (110 reviews)
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Review sources

  • EasySTD reviews110
Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 110 reviews

About 7 miles north of Kentwood in Grand Rapids: Kent County Health Department is a public health clinic offering free STI and HIV testing alongside treatment and prevention—ideal for anyone seeking no-cost screening and care without insurance barriers.

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A public health clinic, free and straightforward

Kent County Health Department is a county health clinic where testing and care happen in one visit. You'll need an appointment, but once you're in, you can get screened, treated if needed, and connected to prevention—all without paying anything upfront. It's built for people who need reliable, affordable sexual health care.

Testing, treatment, and prevention in one place

The clinic screens for HIV (rapid or conventional test), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB. Bacterial infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated on-site the same visit. HIV and hepatitis C treatment are managed here too. Beyond testing, you can get mpox and HPV vaccines, start PrEP if you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, or access PEP after a potential exposure. Condoms and prevention education are part of the visit.

Free testing; treatment and vaccines covered

All STI and HIV tests are free. Mpox vaccine is free. Other services—TB treatment, hepatitis C treatment, PrEP, and HPV vaccine—are available; ask about cost when you call to book. Interpretation services are available for non-English languages, and Spanish-language support is on staff.

Best for people without insurance or on a tight budget

If you're uninsured, paying out of pocket, or need care without navigating insurance, this is the right place. The appointment requirement means you won't wait in a long line, and the free testing removes the first barrier to knowing your status.

Tests & treats PrEP
700 Fuller Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Appointment required
English, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Thursday 12:45 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website

Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN

6.8 miles

Trinity Health

3.1 (17 reviews)
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  • EasySTD reviews5
Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 17 reviews

About 7 miles northwest of Kentwood in Grand Rapids: Trinity Health is a full-service sexual health clinic where you can get tested, treated, and started on prevention—all at one visit if needed. It's built for anyone seeking HIV, hepatitis, or STI care without the runaround.

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Testing, treatment, and prevention in one place

Trinity Health screens for HIV (rapid and conventional tests), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A/B/C, and TB. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start treatment the same visit. For HIV or hepatitis, treatment is managed on-site, though confirmation and ongoing care take time. You can also start PrEP here if you're at risk, or get HPV vaccination.

Prevention education woven into care

Beyond testing and treatment, the clinic offers counseling on HIV, STI, hepatitis, and TB prevention—not as a separate lecture, but as part of your visit. If you're considering PrEP or need help staying on medications, staff work through that with you.

Cost and insurance

Trinity Health accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. If you don't have coverage, expect a standard visit fee. Spanish interpretation is available.

You'll need an appointment

This clinic requires you to schedule ahead—no walk-ins. That means a short wait to get in, but also a reserved slot and less time sitting in the waiting room.

Tests & treats PrEP
310 Lafayette Street Southeast, Suite 410 Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Appointment required
English, Spanish
Website

Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN

12.0 miles

University Of Michigan Health-West

3.8 (74 reviews)
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Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 74 reviews

About 12 miles west of Kentwood in Jenison: University of Michigan Health-West accepts Medicaid and insurance, with a standard fee for uninsured visitors. Walk-in testing covers HIV, hepatitis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and TB, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and PrEP available on-site—ideal for anyone seeking affordable, no-appointment screening.

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Insurance, Medicaid, or a standard fee

University of Michigan Health-West accepts Medicaid and most insurance plans. If you're paying out of pocket, expect a standard visit fee. Either way, you can walk in without an appointment, making it practical for anyone who needs testing on their own schedule.

Testing and treatment in one visit

The clinic screens for HIV (both rapid and conventional tests), hepatitis A, B, and C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated on-site the same day. HIV and hepatitis results are managed with counseling and follow-up care; if you're at risk, PrEP is available to start here.

Walk-in, with interpretation if needed

No appointment required—just show up. If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are available, so language won't slow you down.

Best for people without a regular doctor

This is the right choice if you need affordable testing without insurance, want to avoid scheduling delays, or are looking to start PrEP. The walk-in model and acceptance of Medicaid make it accessible whether you have coverage or not.

Tests & treats PrEP
7686 Georgetown Center Drive, Jenison, MI 49428
English, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website

Listing verified Feb 2026 · source: CDC NPIN

Community health center 13.2 miles

Pennock Hospital

4.4 (158 reviews)
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Review sources

  • EasySTD reviews158
Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 158 reviews

A safety-net rural health clinic about 13 miles from Kentwood. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here — call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

490 Edward Street
Website
13.5 miles

Ottawa County Department Of Public Health

4.5 (105 reviews)
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Review sources

  • EasySTD reviews105
Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 105 reviews

About 14 miles west of Kentwood in Hudsonville: Ottawa County Department of Public Health is a public health clinic offering free HIV, STI, and hepatitis testing alongside treatment and prevention services. It's ideal for anyone seeking affordable care without insurance, or those who need vaccines and ongoing prevention like PrEP.

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Free testing, sliding-scale care

HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, and TB testing are all free at Ottawa County Department of Public Health. If you need treatment or other services, a sliding scale applies; Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and uninsured patients can access PrEP at no cost.

Same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs

Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis can be treated on the same visit you're tested. Hepatitis C and TB treatment are also available, though those require follow-up care. The clinic distributes condoms and offers doxy-PEP, an antibiotic that prevents STI infection after potential exposure.

Prevention built into every visit

Whether you're starting PrEP to prevent HIV, getting mpox or HPV vaccines, or learning how to reduce your risk, the clinic weaves prevention into testing and care. Hepatitis A vaccine is free; staff provide counseling on HIV, STI, hepatitis, and TB prevention.

Appointments required; interpretation available

Plan to call ahead—walk-ins are not accepted. If you speak a language other than English, interpretation services are available to help you navigate testing, results, and next steps.

Tests & treats Title X Sliding-scale PrEP DoxyPEP
3100 Port Sheldon Road, Hudsonville, MI 49426
Appointment required
English, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages
Website

Listing verified Dec 2025 · source: CDC NPIN

What will it cost? Estimate your STD test

Typical out-of-pocket ranges by option — actual cost depends on which tests you need.

  • Public / community clinic

    Free HIV testing is common

    $0–$25
  • Private lab (self-pay)

    Never billed to insurance

    $79–$200
  • At-home kit

    Mailed to your door, private

    $50–$150
  • Doctor / urgent care

    Often $0 preventive with insurance

    $0–$50 copay

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Kentwood, MI (Kent County) STD testing locations

11 testing centers serving Kentwood and Kent County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, TB, 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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Labcorp

Labcorp

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4.9 (125 reviews)
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 125 reviews
1155 East Paris Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546 4.1 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Tests offered

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics

Most reviewed Results in 1–2 days
4.8 (194 reviews)
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 194 reviews
1971 East Beltline Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525 7.5 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Tests offered

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
See tests & prices

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AmeriLabs24

Results in 1–2 days
4.7 (138 reviews)
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 138 reviews
6810 South Cedar Street, Lansing, MI, 48911 55.7 miles away

Tests offered

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
See tests & prices

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Corewell Health

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4.7 (46 reviews)
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 46 reviews

About 1 mile southwest of Kentwood in Kentwood: Corewell Health tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB—with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and vaccines to prevent HPV and hepatitis A. It's built for anyone seeking straightforward testing and care without an appointment.

Read full overview

Testing and treatment under one visit

Corewell Health screens for HIV (rapid and conventional tests), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB. Bacterial STIs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—can be treated the same day you're tested. If you test positive for HIV or hepatitis, treatment is managed through the clinic's care team.

Prevention built in

Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus family planning services. These fit naturally into a visit, so you can address prevention while you're there.

Cost on a sliding scale

There is a fee for visits, but Corewell Health uses a sliding scale—your cost depends on income. Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance are all accepted. Donations are also welcome if you're able.

Walk in whenever you need it

No appointment required. You can drop in when it works for your schedule, making it easy to fit testing into a busy week.

Sliding-scale
4600 Breton Road Southeast, Suite 102 Kentwood, MI 49508 0.7 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Tests offered

  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatitis B
  • TB
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Chlamydia
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV

Care services

Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine

Fees & payment

Donations Accepted · Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · Medicare Accepted · Fee · Insurance Accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA

Community health center

Cherry Health

2.9 (24 reviews)
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Review sources

  • Google19
  • EasySTD reviews5
Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 24 reviews

About 6 miles northwest of Kentwood in Grand Rapids: Cherry Health uses a sliding-scale fee structure, accepting Medicaid and insurance, making STI testing and treatment accessible regardless of ability to pay. It's ideal for anyone seeking same-visit diagnosis and treatment for bacterial infections, plus PrEP or vaccines.

Read full overview

Sliding scale means you pay what fits your budget

Cherry Health charges on a sliding scale and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance; if you're uninsured or underinsured, you'll pay based on income rather than a flat fee. That removes the guesswork from affording care.

Tests and treats bacterial STIs in one visit

The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis and can treat all three on the same day, plus offers HIV and TB testing. If you're looking to start PrEP or need a hepatitis A or B vaccine, those are available too.

Hepatitis C treatment and HIV counseling on-site

Beyond STI care, Cherry Health manages hepatitis C treatment and provides HIV test counseling, so you're not bounced elsewhere for results or next steps.

Appointments required; interpretation available

You'll need to schedule ahead rather than walk in, and Spanish interpretation is available, along with interpretation services for other languages.

Sliding-scale PrEP
550 Cherry Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 6.0 miles away
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Serves

  • Adolescents/Youth/Teens
  • Asian or Pacific Islander persons
  • Low Income Persons
  • Persons with STI
  • Persons with TB

Tests offered

  • TB
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Chlamydia
  • Conventional HIV

Care services

Family Planning · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · 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

Fees & payment

Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · Medicare Accepted · Fee · Insurance Accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish

Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA

Planned Parenthood Of Michigan

3.6 (101 reviews)
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Review sources

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  • EasySTD reviews17
Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 101 reviews

About 6 miles northwest of Kentwood in Grand Rapids: Planned Parenthood of Michigan requires an appointment but moves quickly through testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs, plus PrEP counseling and HPV vaccination—ideal for anyone seeking full sexual health care in one visit.

Read full overview

Book ahead for a streamlined visit

You'll need to schedule an appointment, but once you're in, a single visit covers testing, treatment if needed, and prevention planning. The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HIV, and can treat bacterial infections on the spot. If you're interested in PrEP or the HPV vaccine, they handle both here.

Testing and treatment under one plan

Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis are treated the same day if you test positive. HIV and herpes testing are available, though HIV results and follow-up care are managed through counseling and referral. The clinic also offers condom distribution and education on STI and HIV prevention.

Cost depends on your insurance or income

If you have Medicaid or Medicare, it's covered. Insurance plans are accepted. If you're paying out of pocket, expect a standard visit fee. Title X funding helps keep costs manageable for those without coverage.

Best for anyone with insurance or Title X eligibility

This clinic works well if you can plan ahead and have insurance or qualify for Title X assistance. It's a full-service stop for testing, treatment, PrEP, and vaccination—no need to bounce between providers.

Title X PrEP
425 Cherry Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 6.1 miles away
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Serves

  • Adolescents/Youth/Teens
  • LGBTQ
  • Low Income Persons
  • Persons with STI

Tests offered

  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Chlamydia
  • Rapid HIV

Care services

Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

Prevention services

STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution

Fees & payment

Medicaid Accepted · Medicare Accepted · Fee · Insurance Accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN

Kent County Health Department

Best for free testing
4.4 (110 reviews)
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Review sources

  • EasySTD reviews110
Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 110 reviews

About 7 miles north of Kentwood in Grand Rapids: Kent County Health Department is a public health clinic offering free STI and HIV testing alongside treatment and prevention—ideal for anyone seeking no-cost screening and care without insurance barriers.

Read full overview

A public health clinic, free and straightforward

Kent County Health Department is a county health clinic where testing and care happen in one visit. You'll need an appointment, but once you're in, you can get screened, treated if needed, and connected to prevention—all without paying anything upfront. It's built for people who need reliable, affordable sexual health care.

Testing, treatment, and prevention in one place

The clinic screens for HIV (rapid or conventional test), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB. Bacterial infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated on-site the same visit. HIV and hepatitis C treatment are managed here too. Beyond testing, you can get mpox and HPV vaccines, start PrEP if you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, or access PEP after a potential exposure. Condoms and prevention education are part of the visit.

Free testing; treatment and vaccines covered

All STI and HIV tests are free. Mpox vaccine is free. Other services—TB treatment, hepatitis C treatment, PrEP, and HPV vaccine—are available; ask about cost when you call to book. Interpretation services are available for non-English languages, and Spanish-language support is on staff.

Best for people without insurance or on a tight budget

If you're uninsured, paying out of pocket, or need care without navigating insurance, this is the right place. The appointment requirement means you won't wait in a long line, and the free testing removes the first barrier to knowing your status.

PrEP
700 Fuller Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 6.6 miles away
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Thursday 12:45 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Serves

  • Adolescents/Youth/Teens
  • American Indian or Alaska Native persons
  • Black or African American persons
  • Gay Men
  • Hispanic or Latino persons
  • LGBTQ
  • Low Income Persons
  • Men Who Have Sex with Men (MSM)

Tests offered

  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatitis B
  • TB
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Chlamydia
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV

Care services

Mpox Vaccine · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine

Prevention services

TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · Partner Notification · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Condom Distribution

Fees & payment

Free Mpox Vaccine · No Fee · Free STI Test · Free HIV Test

LanguagesEnglish, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish

Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN

Trinity Health

3.1 (17 reviews)
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Review sources

  • Google12
  • EasySTD reviews5
Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 17 reviews

About 7 miles northwest of Kentwood in Grand Rapids: Trinity Health is a full-service sexual health clinic where you can get tested, treated, and started on prevention—all at one visit if needed. It's built for anyone seeking HIV, hepatitis, or STI care without the runaround.

Read full overview

Testing, treatment, and prevention in one place

Trinity Health screens for HIV (rapid and conventional tests), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A/B/C, and TB. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start treatment the same visit. For HIV or hepatitis, treatment is managed on-site, though confirmation and ongoing care take time. You can also start PrEP here if you're at risk, or get HPV vaccination.

Prevention education woven into care

Beyond testing and treatment, the clinic offers counseling on HIV, STI, hepatitis, and TB prevention—not as a separate lecture, but as part of your visit. If you're considering PrEP or need help staying on medications, staff work through that with you.

Cost and insurance

Trinity Health accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. If you don't have coverage, expect a standard visit fee. Spanish interpretation is available.

You'll need an appointment

This clinic requires you to schedule ahead—no walk-ins. That means a short wait to get in, but also a reserved slot and less time sitting in the waiting room.

PrEP
310 Lafayette Street Southeast, Suite 410 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 6.8 miles away
Appointment required

Serves

  • Low Income Persons
  • Persons with Hepatitis
  • Persons with HIV

Tests offered

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatitis B
  • TB
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Chlamydia
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV

Care services

Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment

Prevention services

TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education

Fees & payment

Medicaid Accepted · Medicare Accepted · Fee · Insurance Accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN

University Of Michigan Health-West

3.8 (74 reviews)
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  • EasySTD reviews12
Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 74 reviews

About 12 miles west of Kentwood in Jenison: University of Michigan Health-West accepts Medicaid and insurance, with a standard fee for uninsured visitors. Walk-in testing covers HIV, hepatitis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and TB, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and PrEP available on-site—ideal for anyone seeking affordable, no-appointment screening.

Read full overview

Insurance, Medicaid, or a standard fee

University of Michigan Health-West accepts Medicaid and most insurance plans. If you're paying out of pocket, expect a standard visit fee. Either way, you can walk in without an appointment, making it practical for anyone who needs testing on their own schedule.

Testing and treatment in one visit

The clinic screens for HIV (both rapid and conventional tests), hepatitis A, B, and C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated on-site the same day. HIV and hepatitis results are managed with counseling and follow-up care; if you're at risk, PrEP is available to start here.

Walk-in, with interpretation if needed

No appointment required—just show up. If English isn't your first language, interpretation services are available, so language won't slow you down.

Best for people without a regular doctor

This is the right choice if you need affordable testing without insurance, want to avoid scheduling delays, or are looking to start PrEP. The walk-in model and acceptance of Medicaid make it accessible whether you have coverage or not.

PrEP
7686 Georgetown Center Drive, Jenison, MI 49428 12.0 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Serves

  • 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

Tests offered

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatitis B
  • TB
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Chlamydia
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV

Care services

Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine

Prevention services

TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution

Fees & payment

Medicaid Accepted · Fee · Insurance Accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages

Listing verified Feb 2026 · source: CDC NPIN

Community health center

Pennock Hospital

4.4 (158 reviews)
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Review sources

  • EasySTD reviews158
Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 158 reviews

A safety-net rural health clinic about 13 miles from Kentwood. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here — call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.

490 Edward Street 13.2 miles away

Tests offered

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • HIV

Ottawa County Department Of Public Health

4.5 (105 reviews)
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Review sources

  • EasySTD reviews105
Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 105 reviews

About 14 miles west of Kentwood in Hudsonville: Ottawa County Department of Public Health is a public health clinic offering free HIV, STI, and hepatitis testing alongside treatment and prevention services. It's ideal for anyone seeking affordable care without insurance, or those who need vaccines and ongoing prevention like PrEP.

Read full overview

Free testing, sliding-scale care

HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, and TB testing are all free at Ottawa County Department of Public Health. If you need treatment or other services, a sliding scale applies; Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and uninsured patients can access PrEP at no cost.

Same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs

Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis can be treated on the same visit you're tested. Hepatitis C and TB treatment are also available, though those require follow-up care. The clinic distributes condoms and offers doxy-PEP, an antibiotic that prevents STI infection after potential exposure.

Prevention built into every visit

Whether you're starting PrEP to prevent HIV, getting mpox or HPV vaccines, or learning how to reduce your risk, the clinic weaves prevention into testing and care. Hepatitis A vaccine is free; staff provide counseling on HIV, STI, hepatitis, and TB prevention.

Appointments required; interpretation available

Plan to call ahead—walk-ins are not accepted. If you speak a language other than English, interpretation services are available to help you navigate testing, results, and next steps.

Title X PrEP DoxyPEP
3100 Port Sheldon Road, Hudsonville, MI 49426 13.5 miles away
Appointment required

Serves

  • 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

Tests offered

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatitis B
  • TB
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Chlamydia
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV

Care services

Doxy PEP · Family Planning · Mpox Vaccine · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · 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 · Condom Distribution

Fees & payment

Free Mpox Vaccine · Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free STI Test · Free HIV Test · Free Hepatitis C Test · Free Hepatitis B Test

LanguagesEnglish, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages

Listing verified Dec 2025 · source: CDC NPIN

What will it cost? Estimate your STD test

Typical out-of-pocket ranges by option — actual cost depends on which tests you need.

  • Public / community clinic

    Free HIV testing is common

    $0–$25
  • Private lab (self-pay)

    Never billed to insurance

    $79–$200
  • At-home kit

    Mailed to your door, private

    $50–$150
  • Doctor / urgent care

    Often $0 preventive with insurance

    $0–$50 copay

Do I have an STD?

Use our confidential STD symptom checker to see which STDs match your symptoms and which tests are recommended.

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Also in the area

Other CLIA-certified labs near Kentwood

Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Kent 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.

  • Corewell Health - Pulmonary

    Grand Rapids, MI

    4100 Lake Drive Southeast Suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

    CLIA certificate
    Certificate of Accreditation
    Accreditation
    College of American Pathologists
    • Full STD panel
    CLIA #23D1098303 Call to ask
  • University Of Michigan Health-West

    Grand Rapids, MI

    4055 Cascade Road, Southeast, Suite 101, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

    CLIA certificate
    Certificate of Accreditation
    Accreditation
    College of American Pathologists
    • Full STD panel
    CLIA #23D2105186 Call to ask
  • Cancer And Hematology Centers Laboratory, The

    Grand Rapids, MI

    710 Kenmoor Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

    CLIA certificate
    Certificate of Compliance
    • STD testing
    CLIA #23D2235787 Call to ask
  • Cancer And Hematology Centers, The

    Grand Rapids, MI

    5800 Foremost Drive Southeast, Suite 100, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

    CLIA certificate
    Certificate of Compliance
    • STD testing
    CLIA #23D2125912 Call to ask
  • Dermatology Associates Of West Michigan

    Grand Rapids, MI

    1740 East Paris Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

    CLIA certificate
    Certificate of Compliance
    • STD testing
    CLIA #23D0687229 Call to ask
  • Forefront Dermatology, S C

    Grand Rapids, MI

    2525 East Paris Avenue South East Suite 100, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

    CLIA certificate
    Certificate of Compliance
    • STD testing
    CLIA #23D2062073 Call to ask

Showing the 6 closest CLIA-certified labs in Kent 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 Kentwood. 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 Kentwood, MI

The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Kentwood, 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
    Sample:
    Self-collect: swab, urine, finger-prick
    Results:
    2–5 days, online
    • Free phone consult if positive
    • CLIA-certified labs
    • Couples & subscription options
    • Discreet packaging
  • Best for simplicity & support

    LetsGetChecked

    $89 & up

    Screens for:
    5–6 common STIs incl. chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis & trichomoniasis
    Sample:
    Finger-prick + urine/swab
    Results:
    2–5 days, online
    • 24/7 nurse support
    • Prescription for positives
    • CLIA-certified labs
    • Free shipping both ways
  • Best value — single tests

    Everlywell

    $49 & up

    Screens for:
    Chlamydia & gonorrhea, up to a 6-test panel adding HIV, syphilis, trichomoniasis & hep C
    Sample:
    Finger-prick + swab
    Results:
    Days, online
    • Telehealth visit if positive
    • CLIA-certified labs
    • HSA/FSA eligible
    • Subscription savings

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 Kentwood who can order STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 3,244 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Kentwood — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as part of a regular visit, and 744 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 Kentwood, MI

Kentwood is a larger city in Kent, Michigan, where a notable share of residents speak limited English (bilingual services help), and Dutton sits just up the road. A moderate share are college-educated, near 31.9%. Busy local providers make at-home testing and telehealth a practical way to avoid the wait.

Map of 11 STD testing locations near Kentwood, MI — EasySTD

ZIP 49548 snapshot

Inside Kentwood's ZIP code

These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Kentwood.

Residents
35,119
Median age
33.3
Median income
$62,218

Getting there

How residents reach testing in Kentwood

Walkability 11.39 / 20 · Above average

Kentwood scores 11.39/20 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 Kentwood.

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Nearby pharmacies

Where to grab an at-home test near Kentwood

6 pharmacies near Kentwood fill prescriptions and stock at-home STI & HIV self-tests, PrEP/PEP refills, HPV & Hep B vaccines.

  • Great Lakes Rph

    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    2.3 mi Directions
  • Sams East

    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    2.5 mi Directions
  • Meijer Pharmacy

    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    2.7 mi Directions
  • Exponential Health Pharmacy

    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    2.9 mi Directions
  • Rite Aid

    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    3.0 mi Directions
  • Cet Pharmacy Grand Rapids

    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    3.0 mi Directions

Pharmacies stock FDA-authorized at-home STI and HIV self-tests and fill prescriptions for treatment. Locations via OpenStreetMap.

Local data

STDs & HIV in Kent County: the local picture

Here's how reported STI rates in Kent County — the county that includes Kentwood — compare with Michigan and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.

An estimated ~29% of Kent 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 7% of the state's 83 counties (ranked #7)

Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Kent County vs Michigan vs U.S.

Kent County Michigan U.S.
Infection Kent County Michigan United States
Chlamydia
555.1 3,671 cases ▲ 29%
429.5 492.2
Gonorrhea
186.6 1,234 cases ▲ 23%
152.2 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
10.4 69 cases ▲ 24%
8.4 15.8
Syphilis (early)
8.2 54 cases ▼ 6%
8.7 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
14.8 98 cases ▲ 14%
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 Kent County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 1% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 300 600 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Kent County, chlamydia has risen from 509.3 to 555.1 per 100,000 (9%), gonorrhea has fallen from 297.3 to 186.6 per 100,000 (37%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 5.6 to 10.4 per 100,000 (86%).

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 Kentwood

Adults uninsured
11.5%
No routine checkup
22.4%
No transportation
11.5%
Binge drinking
16.4%
Frequent mental distress
19.6%
Depression
28.3%
Below poverty line
12.8%
Primary-care ratio
1,068 : 1
Kent County

Primary-care shortage score 18 / 26

Medically Underserved Area · IMU 59.5

Social Vulnerability Index · 45th 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 Kent County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Kent County (2023)

People living with HIV
206 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
30
On PrEP (coverage)
16.3%

Kent County HIV care continuum (2023)

Kent County recorded 5.4 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 8.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Kent County residents living with HIV, 83% are in care · 77.9% 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 Kent County tests for syphilis.

Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).

Reviewed by EasySTD Editorial Team, Health Writers & Researchers · Updated

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 →

20 Sources

Local resources & officials

  1. Kent County Health Department https://www.accesskent.com/Health
  2. Ottawa County Department Of Public Health https://www.miottawa.org/Health
  3. CDC — Get Tested: find an STD testing site https://gettested.cdc.gov/
  4. HRSA — Find a Health Center https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/

Data & references

  1. CDC — NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (STI surveillance) https://www.cdc.gov/nchhstp/atlas/
  2. CDC — STD Surveillance Report (incl. congenital syphilis) https://www.cdc.gov/std/statistics/
  3. CDC — STI Treatment Guidelines, 2021 https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/
  4. CDC PLACES — local health measures https://www.cdc.gov/places/
  5. CDC/ATSDR — Social Vulnerability Index https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/placeandhealth/svi/
  6. AIDSVu (Emory University & Gilead) — local HIV data https://aidsvu.org/
  7. HIV.gov / CDC AHEAD — PrEP coverage https://ahead.hiv.gov/
  8. U.S. Census Bureau — American Community Survey — ZIP 49548 https://data.census.gov/profile?g=860Z200US49548
  9. County Health Rankings & Roadmaps — Kent County https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/health-data/michigan/kent
  10. Neighborhood Atlas — Area Deprivation Index https://www.neighborhoodatlas.medicine.wisc.edu/
  11. CMS — Provider of Services file (CLIA-certified labs) https://data.cms.gov/
  12. CMS — FQHC & Rural Health Clinic enrollment https://data.cms.gov/
  13. HHS Office of Population Affairs — Title X grantee list https://opa.hhs.gov/grants-contracts/title-x-service-grants
  14. CMS — Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule https://www.cms.gov/medicare/payment/fee-schedules/clinical-laboratory
  15. EPA — National Walkability Index https://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/smart-location-mapping
  16. OpenStreetMap — nearby pharmacies https://www.openstreetmap.org/

Reference

STD testing guidelines for Kentwood

Two quick references for getting tested in Kent 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 Kentwood 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 Kentwood-area provider.

Infection Earliest reliable test Sample
Chlamydia 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Gonorrhea 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Trichomoniasis 1–4 weeks Urine or swab
HIV (RNA / 4th-gen) 10–33 days Blood
HIV (antibody) 3–12 weeks Blood / oral
Syphilis 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis B 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis C 8–11 weeks Blood
Herpes (HSV) 4–6 weeks (antibody); swab a sore Blood / swab
Browse all STD testing guides

Cost reference

What each STD test costs

These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the community health centers serving Kentwood 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 Kentwood, 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

$0 with most insurance

Q Care Plus

Telehealth PrEP & DoxyPEP with at-home testing and ongoing monitoring

From $0 insured

Treat online

Tested positive? Get a prescription from a licensed clinician without an in-person visit.

Wisp

Online STI treatment & DoxyPEP — same-day prescriptions to your pharmacy

Visit from $39

Nurx

Telehealth STI treatment and sexual-health care, delivered or to your pharmacy

Visit from $0 insured

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 Kentwood 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.

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STD testing FAQs for Kentwood, MI

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many places can I test near Kentwood?

There are 10 options within a 30-mile drive.

Can I use Medicaid for testing?

Yes — Medicaid typically covers it, and public clinics are free either way.

Where can I get tested for free near Kentwood?

Corewell Health, about 0.7 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?

Kent County reported ~555 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Michigan average.

Are at-home STD tests accurate?

Reputable kits use the same lab methods as clinics; any positive should be confirmed and treated by a provider.

How is chlamydia tested near Kentwood?

Chlamydia is checked with a simple urine sample or a swab; lab results usually come back in a day or two.

Can a cold sore cause genital herpes?

It can; oral HSV-1 transmits to the genitals during oral sex.

What's the test for trich?

A urine test or swab finds trichomoniasis, one of the most treatable STIs.

What should I do after sexual assault?

Go to an ER or call RAINN (800-656-4673); they provide testing, PEP, and support right away.