Syphilis in Dallas runs about 46% lower than the US average. If you've had a recent risk or just want to test regularly in Mesquite, Texas, weigh your options: public clinics keep costs down, private labs prioritize speed, and at-home kits trade a clinic visit for convenience. We list them below.
12 testing centers serve Mesquite, TX — the nearest, Quest Diagnostics, about 1.1 miles away. Compare 8 community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.
Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay — required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.
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2.2 miles
Texas Health Family Care
★★★★★4.5(37 reviews)?
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Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 37 reviews
About 2 miles northeast of Mesquite in Sunnyvale: Texas Health Family Care takes appointments and handles STI testing, treatment, and prevention vaccines in one visit—ideal for anyone with insurance, Medicaid, or a budget that needs flexibility.
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Book ahead for a full STI visit
Texas Health Family Care requires an appointment, which means you'll have a scheduled slot for testing and any treatment or prevention you need that day. A single visit can cover screening, on-site treatment for bacterial infections, and vaccines like HPV or hepatitis A—no need to return elsewhere for follow-up care.
Screens for seven infections, treats most on-site
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, conventional HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and TB. Bacterial STIs (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) are treated immediately if you test positive. HIV and hepatitis results require confirmatory testing and specialist referral, but the clinic manages that pathway.
Sliding scale fits most budgets
There is a standard visit fee, but Texas Health Family Care uses a sliding scale—you pay based on income. Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans are accepted, so your out-of-pocket cost depends on what you have.
Best for insured or flexible-budget patients
If you have insurance or Medicaid, or you're comfortable with a sliding-scale fee, this clinic delivers efficient, same-day testing and treatment. The appointment requirement means plan ahead, but you'll avoid walk-in waits.
About 3 miles southwest of Mesquite in Balch Springs: Foremost Family Health Centers is a full-service clinic where you book an appointment to get tested and treated for STIs in one visit. It's ideal for anyone seeking straightforward screening, same-day treatment for bacterial infections, and HPV or hepatitis vaccination without the wait.
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Book ahead for a complete STI visit
Foremost Family Health Centers requires an appointment, which means you'll have a scheduled slot to come in for testing and treatment without the uncertainty of walk-in waits. A single visit covers screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HIV, plus TB testing, and if you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment is available on the same day.
Testing, treatment, and prevention in one place
Beyond STI screening, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus adult hepatitis B vaccination, so you can address both immediate concerns and longer-term protection during your appointment. HIV test counseling and STI prevention education are part of the visit, helping you understand your results and next steps.
Costs work on a sliding scale
There is a fee for services, but Foremost uses a sliding-scale model so the cost adjusts based on what you can afford. Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans are accepted, making the clinic accessible whether you're insured or paying out of pocket.
Best for those who can plan ahead
If you can schedule an appointment and want same-day treatment for bacterial STIs plus vaccines all in one trip, Foremost is a solid choice. It's especially useful if you have insurance or qualify for Medicaid, though the sliding scale means cost won't block you from getting tested.
Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Herpes
Chlamydia
Conventional HIV
Serves
At Risk Youth
Low Income Persons
Care services
Family Planning
STI Treatment
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education
STI Prevention/Education
HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
HIV Test Counseling
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
Medicare Accepted
Fee
Insurance Accepted
3.6 miles
Planned Parenthood Of Greater Texas
★★★★★4.6(106 reviews)?
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Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 106 reviews
About 4 miles northwest of Mesquite in Mesquite: Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas is a full-service sexual health clinic offering testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking STI screening, HIV care, PrEP, or HPV vaccination without navigating multiple providers.
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A clinic built for sexual health, start to finish
Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas handles testing and treatment together: you can walk in for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and herpes screening, get same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and leave with a plan. If you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, you can start PrEP the same day; if you've had a potential exposure, PEP is available. HPV vaccination and condom distribution are also on-site, so prevention doesn't require a separate trip.
Cost and access fit most budgets
There's no free testing here, but fees run on a sliding scale tied to income—Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so your actual cost depends on what you earn and what coverage you have. You'll need an appointment, which you can schedule in advance to avoid a long wait.
Spanish and interpretation services built in
Spanish-language care and interpretation services for other languages are available, so language won't block you from getting tested or starting prevention.
Best for those ready to act on results
This clinic shines if you want testing, treatment, and prevention handled together—especially if you're uninsured or underinsured and need a sliding-scale fee, or if you're considering PrEP and want to start it immediately after a negative HIV test.
Tests & treatsTitle XSliding-scalePrEP
1220 North Town East Boulevard, Suite 230 Mesquite, TX 75150
About 5 miles southwest of Mesquite in Dallas: Parkland Health requires an appointment but offers same-visit testing and treatment for bacterial STIs, plus HIV counseling and vaccines. It's built for anyone seeking affordable care with Medicaid, sliding-scale fees, or free HIV testing.
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Appointment-based testing with same-visit treatment
You'll need to book ahead at Parkland Health, but once you're in, a single visit covers testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis with on-site treatment if needed. HIV and hepatitis testing are also available; HIV tests are free, and counseling is part of the visit.
Screens for bacterial STIs, HIV, hepatitis, and more
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, rapid and conventional HIV, hepatitis A, B, and C, plus TB. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment happens the same day. HIV and hepatitis care is managed through ongoing medical treatment and counseling.
Prevention built into every visit
Parkland offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, condom distribution, and education on STI and HIV prevention. Medication adherence counseling supports anyone starting treatment.
Cost that fits your situation
HIV testing is free. Medicaid and insurance are accepted; if you're uninsured or underinsured, sliding-scale fees apply based on income. A standard visit fee covers the rest.
About 9 miles west of Mesquite in Dallas: Prism Health North Texas tests for HIV, hepatitis C, and syphilis with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, plus PrEP and vaccines to prevent future infection. It's best for anyone seeking free testing and care without insurance, or those already managing HIV who need ongoing medical support.
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Free testing for HIV, hepatitis C, and syphilis
Prism Health North Texas screens for rapid and conventional HIV, hepatitis C, and syphilis at no cost. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available on the same visit. HIV and hepatitis C require confirmatory testing and ongoing specialist care, which the clinic manages through its medical team.
PrEP and prevention tools on hand
If you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, the clinic prescribes PrEP and distributes condoms. STI prevention and HIV test counseling are part of every visit, so you leave with education matched to your situation.
Free for uninsured; sliding scale for the rest
HIV, hepatitis C, and STI tests are free. For other services, the clinic uses a sliding scale based on income; Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are accepted. If you're paying out of pocket, expect a standard fee.
Appointments required; Spanish interpretation available
You'll need to schedule ahead. Spanish interpretation is offered, so language won't block your access to care.
12 testing centers serving Mesquite and Dallas County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, TB.
Community health center
Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay — required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.
Source: CMS FQHC & Rural Health Clinic enrollment files (data.cms.gov), refreshed quarterly. Title X status reflects the latest OPA grantee list.
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Quest Diagnostics
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★★★★★4.8(194 reviews)?
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 194 reviews
1501 Pioneer Road, Mesquite, TX, 75149
1.1 miles away
Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.
Infection
Earliest reliable test
Conclusive after
Guidance only — confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.
Texas Health Family Care
★★★★★4.5(37 reviews)?
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Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 37 reviews
About 2 miles northeast of Mesquite in Sunnyvale: Texas Health Family Care takes appointments and handles STI testing, treatment, and prevention vaccines in one visit—ideal for anyone with insurance, Medicaid, or a budget that needs flexibility.
Read full overviewShow less
Book ahead for a full STI visit
Texas Health Family Care requires an appointment, which means you'll have a scheduled slot for testing and any treatment or prevention you need that day. A single visit can cover screening, on-site treatment for bacterial infections, and vaccines like HPV or hepatitis A—no need to return elsewhere for follow-up care.
Screens for seven infections, treats most on-site
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, conventional HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and TB. Bacterial STIs (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) are treated immediately if you test positive. HIV and hepatitis results require confirmatory testing and specialist referral, but the clinic manages that pathway.
Sliding scale fits most budgets
There is a standard visit fee, but Texas Health Family Care uses a sliding scale—you pay based on income. Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans are accepted, so your out-of-pocket cost depends on what you have.
Best for insured or flexible-budget patients
If you have insurance or Medicaid, or you're comfortable with a sliding-scale fee, this clinic delivers efficient, same-day testing and treatment. The appointment requirement means plan ahead, but you'll avoid walk-in waits.
490 US Hwy 80, Suite 200 Sunnyvale, TX 75182
2.2 miles away
About 3 miles southwest of Mesquite in Balch Springs: Foremost Family Health Centers is a full-service clinic where you book an appointment to get tested and treated for STIs in one visit. It's ideal for anyone seeking straightforward screening, same-day treatment for bacterial infections, and HPV or hepatitis vaccination without the wait.
Read full overviewShow less
Book ahead for a complete STI visit
Foremost Family Health Centers requires an appointment, which means you'll have a scheduled slot to come in for testing and treatment without the uncertainty of walk-in waits. A single visit covers screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HIV, plus TB testing, and if you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment is available on the same day.
Testing, treatment, and prevention in one place
Beyond STI screening, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus adult hepatitis B vaccination, so you can address both immediate concerns and longer-term protection during your appointment. HIV test counseling and STI prevention education are part of the visit, helping you understand your results and next steps.
Costs work on a sliding scale
There is a fee for services, but Foremost uses a sliding-scale model so the cost adjusts based on what you can afford. Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans are accepted, making the clinic accessible whether you're insured or paying out of pocket.
Best for those who can plan ahead
If you can schedule an appointment and want same-day treatment for bacterial STIs plus vaccines all in one trip, Foremost is a solid choice. It's especially useful if you have insurance or qualify for Medicaid, though the sliding scale means cost won't block you from getting tested.
Sliding-scale
3515 Shepherd Lane, Balch Springs, TX 75180
3.2 miles away
About 4 miles northwest of Mesquite in Mesquite: Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas is a full-service sexual health clinic offering testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking STI screening, HIV care, PrEP, or HPV vaccination without navigating multiple providers.
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A clinic built for sexual health, start to finish
Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas handles testing and treatment together: you can walk in for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and herpes screening, get same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and leave with a plan. If you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, you can start PrEP the same day; if you've had a potential exposure, PEP is available. HPV vaccination and condom distribution are also on-site, so prevention doesn't require a separate trip.
Cost and access fit most budgets
There's no free testing here, but fees run on a sliding scale tied to income—Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so your actual cost depends on what you earn and what coverage you have. You'll need an appointment, which you can schedule in advance to avoid a long wait.
Spanish and interpretation services built in
Spanish-language care and interpretation services for other languages are available, so language won't block you from getting tested or starting prevention.
Best for those ready to act on results
This clinic shines if you want testing, treatment, and prevention handled together—especially if you're uninsured or underinsured and need a sliding-scale fee, or if you're considering PrEP and want to start it immediately after a negative HIV test.
Title XPrEP
1220 North Town East Boulevard, Suite 230 Mesquite, TX 75150
3.6 miles away
About 5 miles southwest of Mesquite in Dallas: Parkland Health requires an appointment but offers same-visit testing and treatment for bacterial STIs, plus HIV counseling and vaccines. It's built for anyone seeking affordable care with Medicaid, sliding-scale fees, or free HIV testing.
Read full overviewShow less
Appointment-based testing with same-visit treatment
You'll need to book ahead at Parkland Health, but once you're in, a single visit covers testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis with on-site treatment if needed. HIV and hepatitis testing are also available; HIV tests are free, and counseling is part of the visit.
Screens for bacterial STIs, HIV, hepatitis, and more
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, rapid and conventional HIV, hepatitis A, B, and C, plus TB. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment happens the same day. HIV and hepatitis care is managed through ongoing medical treatment and counseling.
Prevention built into every visit
Parkland offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, condom distribution, and education on STI and HIV prevention. Medication adherence counseling supports anyone starting treatment.
Cost that fits your situation
HIV testing is free. Medicaid and insurance are accepted; if you're uninsured or underinsured, sliding-scale fees apply based on income. A standard visit fee covers the rest.
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free HIV Test
LanguagesEnglish, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish
Family Planning · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
About 9 miles west of Mesquite in Dallas: Prism Health North Texas tests for HIV, hepatitis C, and syphilis with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, plus PrEP and vaccines to prevent future infection. It's best for anyone seeking free testing and care without insurance, or those already managing HIV who need ongoing medical support.
Read full overviewShow less
Free testing for HIV, hepatitis C, and syphilis
Prism Health North Texas screens for rapid and conventional HIV, hepatitis C, and syphilis at no cost. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available on the same visit. HIV and hepatitis C require confirmatory testing and ongoing specialist care, which the clinic manages through its medical team.
PrEP and prevention tools on hand
If you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, the clinic prescribes PrEP and distributes condoms. STI prevention and HIV test counseling are part of every visit, so you leave with education matched to your situation.
Free for uninsured; sliding scale for the rest
HIV, hepatitis C, and STI tests are free. For other services, the clinic uses a sliding scale based on income; Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are accepted. If you're paying out of pocket, expect a standard fee.
Appointments required; Spanish interpretation available
You'll need to schedule ahead. Spanish interpretation is offered, so language won't block your access to care.
Sliding-scalePrEP
4922 Spring Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210
8.8 miles away
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Mesquite. 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 Mesquite, TX
The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Mesquite, 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 Mesquite who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 4,037 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Mesquite — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 1,414 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 Mesquite, TX
Mesquite, in Dallas, Texas, is a large city, where a notable share of residents speak limited English (bilingual services help), and Sunnyvale is the closest neighboring town. It's one of the region's larger population centers. Even with clinics in the area, appointments can be tight, so at-home kits and telehealth keep testing quick and private.
ZIP 75149 snapshot
Inside Mesquite's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Mesquite.
Residents
58,849
Median age
34.1
Median income
$70,629
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Mesquite
Walkability8.85 / 20 · Below average
At 8.85/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Mesquite generally mean driving — plan on a car or rideshare to reach a clinic, and check each listing's hours and phone before you go.
Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.
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Use our confidential symptom checker to see which STDs match your symptoms — and which tests are recommended near Mesquite.
Here's how reported STI rates in Dallas County — the county that includes Mesquite — compare with Texas and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~30% of Dallas 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 2% of the state's 254 counties (ranked #6)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Dallas County vs Texas vs U.S.
Dallas CountyTexasU.S.
Infection
Dallas County
Texas
United States
Chlamydia
782.920,405 cases▲ 59%
491.9
492.2
Gonorrhea
359.29,362 cases▲ 104%
176.4
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
8.6223 cases▼ 43%
15
15.8
Syphilis (early)
45.81,194 cases▲ 73%
26.4
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
79.32,066 cases▲ 79%
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 Dallas County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▼ 7% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Dallas County, chlamydia has risen from 712.6 to 782.9 per 100,000 (10%), gonorrhea has fallen from 372.8 to 359.2 per 100,000 (4%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 8.2 to 8.6 per 100,000 (5%).
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 Mesquite
Adults uninsured
24.4%
No routine checkup
25.7%
Binge drinking
16.9%
Frequent mental distress
18.8%
Depression
20.5%
Below poverty line
13%
Primary-care ratio
1,387 : 1
Dallas County
Primary-care shortage score 21 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 45.8
Social Vulnerability Index · 89th 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 Dallas County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Dallas County (2023)
Federal priority area: Dallas County is one of 48 U.S. counties prioritized under the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative — targeted federal funding to expand local HIV testing, PrEP, and prevention.
People living with HIV
958 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
831
On PrEP (coverage)
21.6%
Dallas County HIV care continuum (2023)
Dallas County recorded 38.7 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 20.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Dallas County residents living with HIV, 83.6% know their status · 79.1% are in care · 67.5% 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 Dallas County tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
Compiled and checked by EasySTD's editorial team against CDC and public-health sources. This is educational information, not a substitute for advice from a licensed clinician. Our editorial guidelines →
Two quick references for getting tested in Dallas 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 Mesquite 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 Mesquite-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Mesquite 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 Mesquite, 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 Mesquite 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 Mesquite, TX
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Is walk-in STD testing available near Mesquite?
Yes — several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.
Can I use Medicaid for testing?
Yes — Medicaid typically covers it, and public clinics are free either way.
Can I get tested in Mesquite without insurance?
Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.
What does a full STD panel cover?
A full panel typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.
What's the local chlamydia rate?
Dallas County reported ~783 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Texas average.
Am I clear if I tested negative?
Negative is good news — just retest later if the test was soon after a possible exposure.
Is my STD test private?
Your results are part of your HIPAA-protected medical record; you can ask any clinic about its own privacy practices.
Do genital sores mean I need testing?
Yes — sores or ulcers can indicate herpes or syphilis and should be evaluated quickly, ideally while a sore is present.
How do I prevent STDs?
Use condoms, test regularly, get the HPV and hep B vaccines, and ask about PrEP for HIV.
Can syphilis symptoms go away on their own?
Yes — a syphilis sore can heal while the infection stays and silently progresses, so a blood test is the only way to be sure.
