Bell County reports about 18 syphilis cases per 100,000 residents, near the US average. In Killeen, Texas, you might seek STI testing before starting a new relationship or as part of ongoing care. Community and public clinics are often low-cost or free, while private labs tend to offer faster results and more flexible scheduling. Explore the options below to find what meets your needs.
12 testing centers serve Killeen, TX — the nearest, Integrity Urgent Care, about 1.2 miles away. Compare 9 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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Integrity Urgent Care
★★★★★4.7(157 reviews)?
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 157 reviews
About 1 mile north of Killeen in Killeen: Integrity Urgent Care offers same-visit testing and treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, plus HIV screening, vaccines, and prevention education. It's best for anyone with insurance or Medicare, or those paying out of pocket who can book ahead.
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Walk in, get tested and treated the same day
Integrity Urgent Care handles bacterial STI testing—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—with on-site treatment available during your visit, so you're not juggling multiple appointments. They also screen for HIV and offer HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, plus education on STI and HIV prevention. You'll need to call ahead to schedule, and Spanish-language support is available.
Insurance and Medicare cover most of the cost
If you carry Medicare or private insurance, those plans are accepted. Uninsured patients pay a standard visit fee, which is typical for an urgent-care setting rather than a public health clinic. Either way, you're getting treatment and prevention in one place.
Best for people with coverage who need quick access
This is the right choice if you have insurance or Medicare and want to combine testing, treatment, and vaccination without a long wait—just book your appointment and come in.
About 3 miles north of Killeen in Killeen: Bell County Public Health District is a county health department offering STI testing and treatment in a single visit, plus vaccines and prevention education. It's best for anyone needing affordable care on a walk-in basis, with sliding-scale fees for those without insurance.
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Walk-in testing and same-visit treatment
Bell County Public Health District handles chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis testing with on-site treatment the same day you're tested. You can also get a conventional HIV test, TB screening, and counseling on prevention—all without an appointment. It's the kind of place where a single visit covers diagnosis and care.
Vaccines and prevention built in
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus adult hepatitis B vaccination. Staff provide education on STI, TB, and HIV prevention, and condoms are available. If you're thinking about sexual health more broadly, this is where those pieces come together.
Sliding scale, no insurance required
There is a fee for visits, but it slides based on income—you pay what you can. Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so coverage helps. Spanish interpretation is available for non-English speakers.
Best for uninsured and walk-in patients
If you need testing without an appointment and without insurance, this county clinic is built for you. The sliding scale means cost won't block you from getting tested and treated the same day.
About 12 miles west of Killeen in Copperas Cove: Coryell Health screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB—and treats bacterial infections on the spot. Walk in anytime, pay on a sliding scale, and pick up condoms and prevention education; it's built for anyone who needs testing without an appointment.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Coryell Health tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis alongside hepatitis B and C and TB. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available the same visit. That speed matters when you want answers and care in one trip.
Prevention: vaccines, condoms, and education
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis B vaccines, condom distribution, and straightforward STI and HIV prevention education. If you're looking to protect yourself going forward—whether that's vaccination or just knowing how to reduce risk—it's all there.
Sliding-scale fees, no appointment needed
There's a fee for visits, but it slides based on income; Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance all cover care here. Walk in whenever you can; no appointment required. That combination of affordability and access makes it practical for anyone juggling work or uncertainty about timing.
Best for people who need testing now
Coryell Health suits anyone who wants to get tested without waiting for an appointment slot or worrying about cost upfront. If you're paying out of pocket, the sliding scale keeps it realistic; if you have coverage, they take it.
About 19 miles east of Killeen in Temple: Coryell Health screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and on-site hepatitis B care. Walk-ins are welcome, and a sliding scale makes testing affordable for anyone.
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Testing and treatment in one visit
Coryell Health tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB. Bacterial STIs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—can be treated the same day you're tested. Hepatitis B treatment is managed on-site, and the clinic offers family planning services alongside screening.
Prevention starts with education and vaccines
Beyond testing, Coryell Health distributes condoms and provides STI, HIV, and hepatitis prevention education. The clinic administers the HPV vaccine and hepatitis B vaccine, giving you tools to prevent infection before exposure.
Sliding scale makes it affordable
Testing and care are not free, but Coryell Health uses a sliding scale so cost matches what you can pay. Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance are all accepted, and walk-ins need no appointment.
Best for anyone needing fast, flexible testing
If you want to walk in without scheduling ahead and get tested and treated the same day, or if you're uninsured and need a price that fits your budget, Coryell Health removes the usual barriers to getting screened.
About 29 miles south of Killeen in Georgetown: Lone Star Circle of Care is a community health center offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—including PrEP for HIV prevention. It's built for anyone seeking affordable care on a sliding scale, with appointments required.
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A full-service clinic for sexual health and prevention
Lone Star Circle of Care handles testing, treatment, and prevention all in one place. You'll get screened for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B and C, and TB; bacterial infections are treated on site the same visit. Beyond testing, the clinic offers PrEP for HIV prevention, HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, and counseling on STI and HIV risk—making it possible to walk out with a plan, not just results.
Sliding-scale fees and insurance flexibility
Testing and treatment are free or available on a sliding scale depending on income; Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are all accepted. You'll need to schedule an appointment ahead of time, and Spanish interpretation is available if you need it.
Best for anyone building a prevention strategy
If you're looking for PrEP, vaccines, or a single visit that covers testing and treatment without breaking the bank, this is a solid choice. It's also ideal if you're insured or on Medicaid and want to use your coverage.
Tests & treatsSliding-scalePrEP
2423 Williams Drive, Suite 105 Georgetown, TX 78628
A safety-net rural health clinic about 30 miles from Killeen. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here — call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.
About 31 miles northeast of Killeen in McGregor: Waco Family Medicine offers STI testing and treatment on a sliding scale, accepting Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance—making it accessible whether you're insured or paying out of pocket. Appointments are required, and Spanish interpretation is available.
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Sliding scale fits most budgets
Testing and treatment are free for Medicaid patients; those with Medicare or private insurance pay their standard copay or coinsurance. Uninsured patients pay on a sliding scale based on income, so cost adjusts to what you can afford. The clinic accepts all major insurance plans.
Tests for four bacterial STIs plus HIV
You can get screened for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and conventional HIV testing in one visit. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available on site. The clinic also offers hepatitis A and adult hepatitis B vaccines, plus STI and HIV prevention counseling.
Book ahead; Spanish spoken
Appointments are required—call to schedule rather than walk in. Spanish interpretation is available, so language won't be a barrier to care.
Best for insured and uninsured alike
This is a solid choice if you have Medicaid, Medicare, or commercial insurance and want to avoid emergency-room waits. If you're uninsured and income is tight, the sliding scale makes testing and treatment realistic. Plan ahead, since you'll need an appointment.
Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Chlamydia
Conventional HIV
Serves
Adolescents/Youth/Teens
Low Income Persons
Persons with STI
Persons with TB
Pregnant Women
Care services
Family Planning
STI 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
37.5 miles
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services
★★★★☆4.3(55 reviews)?
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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 55 reviews
About 38 miles southeast of Killeen in Taylor: Bluebonnet Trails Community Services is a walk-in clinic where you can get tested and treated for STIs, hepatitis, TB, and more in one visit—no appointment needed. It's built for anyone who needs affordable care, from people with insurance to those paying out of pocket.
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Walk in anytime, no appointment required
You can show up without calling ahead and get tested the same day. A single visit covers testing, treatment for bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea, and counseling—so if you test positive, you often leave with medication in hand.
Screens for STIs, hepatitis, TB, and more
The clinic tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C, plus TB. They treat bacterial STIs on-site and manage TB and other infections. If you're looking to prevent HIV, they offer PrEP, and they also vaccinate against HPV and hepatitis A.
Sliding-scale fees, Medicaid and insurance welcome
Testing and treatment run on a sliding scale based on what you can pay. Insurance and Medicaid are accepted, and donations are welcome if you're able to contribute. PrEP is available for uninsured patients, so cost won't stop you from starting prevention.
Interpretation in Spanish and ASL available
Spanish interpretation and American Sign Language services are on-site, so language won't be a barrier to getting care.
Tests & treatsSliding-scalePrEP
404 Carlos G Parker Boulevard Northwest, Taylor, TX 76574
12 testing centers serving Killeen and Bell 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.
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★★★★★4.8(194 reviews)?
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 194 reviews
2300 Clear Creek Road, Killeen, TX, 76549
4.9 miles away
Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.
Infection
Earliest reliable test
Conclusive after
Guidance only — confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.
Integrity Urgent Care
Closest to you
★★★★★4.7(157 reviews)?
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 157 reviews
About 1 mile north of Killeen in Killeen: Integrity Urgent Care offers same-visit testing and treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, plus HIV screening, vaccines, and prevention education. It's best for anyone with insurance or Medicare, or those paying out of pocket who can book ahead.
Read full overviewShow less
Walk in, get tested and treated the same day
Integrity Urgent Care handles bacterial STI testing—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—with on-site treatment available during your visit, so you're not juggling multiple appointments. They also screen for HIV and offer HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, plus education on STI and HIV prevention. You'll need to call ahead to schedule, and Spanish-language support is available.
Insurance and Medicare cover most of the cost
If you carry Medicare or private insurance, those plans are accepted. Uninsured patients pay a standard visit fee, which is typical for an urgent-care setting rather than a public health clinic. Either way, you're getting treatment and prevention in one place.
Best for people with coverage who need quick access
This is the right choice if you have insurance or Medicare and want to combine testing, treatment, and vaccination without a long wait—just book your appointment and come in.
2520 Trimmier Road, Suite 100 Killeen, TX 76541
1.2 miles away
About 3 miles north of Killeen in Killeen: Bell County Public Health District is a county health department offering STI testing and treatment in a single visit, plus vaccines and prevention education. It's best for anyone needing affordable care on a walk-in basis, with sliding-scale fees for those without insurance.
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Walk-in testing and same-visit treatment
Bell County Public Health District handles chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis testing with on-site treatment the same day you're tested. You can also get a conventional HIV test, TB screening, and counseling on prevention—all without an appointment. It's the kind of place where a single visit covers diagnosis and care.
Vaccines and prevention built in
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus adult hepatitis B vaccination. Staff provide education on STI, TB, and HIV prevention, and condoms are available. If you're thinking about sexual health more broadly, this is where those pieces come together.
Sliding scale, no insurance required
There is a fee for visits, but it slides based on income—you pay what you can. Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so coverage helps. Spanish interpretation is available for non-English speakers.
Best for uninsured and walk-in patients
If you need testing without an appointment and without insurance, this county clinic is built for you. The sliding scale means cost won't block you from getting tested and treated the same day.
309 North 2nd Street, Killeen, TX 76541
3.1 miles away
Family Planning · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
About 12 miles west of Killeen in Copperas Cove: Coryell Health screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB—and treats bacterial infections on the spot. Walk in anytime, pay on a sliding scale, and pick up condoms and prevention education; it's built for anyone who needs testing without an appointment.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Coryell Health tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis alongside hepatitis B and C and TB. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available the same visit. That speed matters when you want answers and care in one trip.
Prevention: vaccines, condoms, and education
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis B vaccines, condom distribution, and straightforward STI and HIV prevention education. If you're looking to protect yourself going forward—whether that's vaccination or just knowing how to reduce risk—it's all there.
Sliding-scale fees, no appointment needed
There's a fee for visits, but it slides based on income; Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance all cover care here. Walk in whenever you can; no appointment required. That combination of affordability and access makes it practical for anyone juggling work or uncertainty about timing.
Best for people who need testing now
Coryell Health suits anyone who wants to get tested without waiting for an appointment slot or worrying about cost upfront. If you're paying out of pocket, the sliding scale keeps it realistic; if you have coverage, they take it.
1007 US 190 Bus, Suite A Copperas Cove, TX 76522
11.6 miles away
About 19 miles east of Killeen in Temple: Coryell Health screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and on-site hepatitis B care. Walk-ins are welcome, and a sliding scale makes testing affordable for anyone.
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Testing and treatment in one visit
Coryell Health tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB. Bacterial STIs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—can be treated the same day you're tested. Hepatitis B treatment is managed on-site, and the clinic offers family planning services alongside screening.
Prevention starts with education and vaccines
Beyond testing, Coryell Health distributes condoms and provides STI, HIV, and hepatitis prevention education. The clinic administers the HPV vaccine and hepatitis B vaccine, giving you tools to prevent infection before exposure.
Sliding scale makes it affordable
Testing and care are not free, but Coryell Health uses a sliding scale so cost matches what you can pay. Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance are all accepted, and walk-ins need no appointment.
Best for anyone needing fast, flexible testing
If you want to walk in without scheduling ahead and get tested and treated the same day, or if you're uninsured and need a price that fits your budget, Coryell Health removes the usual barriers to getting screened.
6208 West Adams Avenue, Temple, TX 76502
19.2 miles away
About 29 miles south of Killeen in Georgetown: Lone Star Circle of Care is a community health center offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—including PrEP for HIV prevention. It's built for anyone seeking affordable care on a sliding scale, with appointments required.
Read full overviewShow less
A full-service clinic for sexual health and prevention
Lone Star Circle of Care handles testing, treatment, and prevention all in one place. You'll get screened for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B and C, and TB; bacterial infections are treated on site the same visit. Beyond testing, the clinic offers PrEP for HIV prevention, HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, and counseling on STI and HIV risk—making it possible to walk out with a plan, not just results.
Sliding-scale fees and insurance flexibility
Testing and treatment are free or available on a sliding scale depending on income; Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are all accepted. You'll need to schedule an appointment ahead of time, and Spanish interpretation is available if you need it.
Best for anyone building a prevention strategy
If you're looking for PrEP, vaccines, or a single visit that covers testing and treatment without breaking the bank, this is a solid choice. It's also ideal if you're insured or on Medicaid and want to use your coverage.
Sliding-scalePrEP
2423 Williams Drive, Suite 105 Georgetown, TX 78628
28.8 miles away
Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · 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
A safety-net rural health clinic about 30 miles from Killeen. Sliding-scale STD testing and care are typical here — call ahead to confirm the exact panel and pricing.
About 31 miles northeast of Killeen in McGregor: Waco Family Medicine offers STI testing and treatment on a sliding scale, accepting Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance—making it accessible whether you're insured or paying out of pocket. Appointments are required, and Spanish interpretation is available.
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Sliding scale fits most budgets
Testing and treatment are free for Medicaid patients; those with Medicare or private insurance pay their standard copay or coinsurance. Uninsured patients pay on a sliding scale based on income, so cost adjusts to what you can afford. The clinic accepts all major insurance plans.
Tests for four bacterial STIs plus HIV
You can get screened for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and conventional HIV testing in one visit. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available on site. The clinic also offers hepatitis A and adult hepatitis B vaccines, plus STI and HIV prevention counseling.
Book ahead; Spanish spoken
Appointments are required—call to schedule rather than walk in. Spanish interpretation is available, so language won't be a barrier to care.
Best for insured and uninsured alike
This is a solid choice if you have Medicaid, Medicare, or commercial insurance and want to avoid emergency-room waits. If you're uninsured and income is tight, the sliding scale makes testing and treatment realistic. Plan ahead, since you'll need an appointment.
500 South Johnson Drive, Mcgregor, TX 76657
30.7 miles away
About 38 miles southeast of Killeen in Taylor: Bluebonnet Trails Community Services is a walk-in clinic where you can get tested and treated for STIs, hepatitis, TB, and more in one visit—no appointment needed. It's built for anyone who needs affordable care, from people with insurance to those paying out of pocket.
Read full overviewShow less
Walk in anytime, no appointment required
You can show up without calling ahead and get tested the same day. A single visit covers testing, treatment for bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea, and counseling—so if you test positive, you often leave with medication in hand.
Screens for STIs, hepatitis, TB, and more
The clinic tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C, plus TB. They treat bacterial STIs on-site and manage TB and other infections. If you're looking to prevent HIV, they offer PrEP, and they also vaccinate against HPV and hepatitis A.
Sliding-scale fees, Medicaid and insurance welcome
Testing and treatment run on a sliding scale based on what you can pay. Insurance and Medicaid are accepted, and donations are welcome if you're able to contribute. PrEP is available for uninsured patients, so cost won't stop you from starting prevention.
Interpretation in Spanish and ASL available
Spanish interpretation and American Sign Language services are on-site, so language won't be a barrier to getting care.
PrEP
404 Carlos G Parker Boulevard Northwest, Taylor, TX 76574
37.5 miles away
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Bell County — each lab's town is shown on its card below. Many
test through a doctor's order or by appointment rather than walk-in, so call ahead to
confirm STD/STI testing and availability before visiting.
Showing the 6 closest CLIA-certified labs in Bell 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 Killeen. 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 Killeen, TX
The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Killeen, 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 Killeen who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 646 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Killeen — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 287 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 Killeen, TX
Killeen (Bell, Texas) is a large city, where it has a sizable veteran population, and the nearest town over is Chaffee Village. Renters make up a large share of households. With appointments in demand, mail-in kits and telehealth offer a quicker, private route.
ZIP 76541 snapshot
Inside Killeen's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Killeen.
Residents
18,571
Median age
31.6
Median income
$36,739
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Killeen
Walkability9.17 / 20 · Below average
At 9.17/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Killeen 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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Here's how reported STI rates in Bell County — the county that includes Killeen — compare with Texas and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~34% of Bell 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 3% of the state's 254 counties (ranked #8)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Bell County vs Texas vs U.S.
Bell CountyTexasU.S.
Infection
Bell County
Texas
United States
Chlamydia
708.62,786 cases▲ 44%
491.9
492.2
Gonorrhea
237.5934 cases▲ 35%
176.4
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
17.569 cases▲ 17%
15
15.8
Syphilis (early)
15.862 cases▼ 40%
26.4
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
24.295 cases▼ 45%
44.3
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 Bell County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▼ 14% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Bell County, chlamydia has fallen from 916.5 to 708.6 per 100,000 (23%), gonorrhea has fallen from 446.2 to 237.5 per 100,000 (47%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 7.8 to 17.5 per 100,000 (124%).
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 Killeen
Adults uninsured
23.1%
No routine checkup
25%
Binge drinking
13.8%
Frequent mental distress
22%
Depression
25.8%
Below poverty line
24.5%
Primary-care ratio
1,385 : 1
Bell County
Primary-care shortage score 17 / 26
Social Vulnerability Index · 94th 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 Bell County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Bell County (2023)
People living with HIV
326 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
73
On PrEP (coverage)
26.6%
Bell County HIV care continuum (2023)
Bell County recorded 23.2 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 20.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Bell County residents living with HIV, 77.3% are in care · 64% 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 Bell 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 Bell 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 Killeen 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 Killeen-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Killeen 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 Killeen, 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 Texas
The questions Killeen residents ask most before testing, answered under Texas 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 Texas, 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 Texas health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. Texas 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 Killeen, TX
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
How many places can I test near Killeen?
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 Killeen?
Integrity Urgent Care, about 1.2 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?
Bell County reported ~709 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Texas average.
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.
When is HIV testing accurate after exposure?
Most HIV tests detect infection about 2–6 weeks out depending on the test type; a later retest confirms a negative.
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.
Is STD testing a blood test or a urine test?
Usually urine or a swab for chlamydia/gonorrhea, and blood for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis.
