In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, reported syphilis in Allegheny runs about 30% lower than the US average. Whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening, consider options such as visiting a clinic to speak with a provider or using an at-home kit for convenience.
12 testing centers serve Pittsburgh, PA — the nearest, Upmc Matilda H Theiss Health Center, about 0.3 miles away. Compare 8 community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.
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Upmc Matilda H Theiss Health Center
★★★★☆4.4(175 reviews)?
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Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 175 reviews
About 1 mile northwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: UPMC Matilda H Theiss Health Center is a primary-care clinic offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking HIV, hepatitis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, or TB screening alongside vaccines and PrEP.
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A full-service clinic for sexual health
UPMC Matilda H Theiss Health Center handles testing, treatment, and prevention all in the same visit. You can walk in for an HIV, hepatitis B or C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, or TB test; if you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment is available on-site. If you're interested in PrEP or HPV, hepatitis A, or hepatitis B vaccination, staff can start or manage those during your appointment.
Treatment and prevention in one place
Same-visit treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis means you don't have to return for a second appointment. The clinic also offers PrEP for HIV prevention, HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, and counseling on STI and HIV prevention—useful whether you're testing for the first time or managing ongoing care.
Cost and insurance
The clinic accepts Medicaid and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, expect a standard visit fee. Interpretation services are available for non-English speakers.
How to get in
Appointments are required; call ahead to schedule. This setup works best for anyone who wants testing, treatment, and prevention options available in one place and has time to book in advance.
About 1 mile northwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County Health Department offers free testing for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and herpes, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and prevention tools like PrEP and mpox vaccine—ideal for anyone seeking no-cost, walk-in STI care.
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Free testing covers the infections that matter most
The Allegheny County Health Department screens for HIV (rapid or conventional), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and hepatitis B and C at no cost. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available the same visit. Hepatitis C treatment is also managed on-site, while HIV care is coordinated with specialists.
Prevention starts before exposure—and after
Beyond testing, the clinic offers PrEP for ongoing HIV prevention, doxy-PEP to reduce bacterial STI risk after unprotected sex, and mpox and HPV vaccines at no charge. Condoms are distributed free, and counseling on HIV, hepatitis, STI, and TB prevention is part of every visit.
No cost, no appointment needed
Everything—testing, vaccines, and STI treatment—is free. Walk in anytime; no appointment required. Interpretation services are available for non-English speakers.
Best for anyone without insurance or time to plan
If you're uninsured, between jobs, or just need fast, free testing without scheduling ahead, this is the straightforward choice. The breadth of free prevention tools makes it especially valuable for anyone at ongoing risk.
About 1 mile east of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is a full-service clinic offering testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs, and prevention tools like PrEP and vaccines—best for anyone seeking integrated care from diagnosis through ongoing management.
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A medical center, not a pop-up clinic
UPMC brings hospital-grade resources to STI testing and care. You'll get rapid or conventional HIV testing, screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB—and if you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment happens the same visit. For HIV, hepatitis, or TB, ongoing medical care and specialist counseling are managed on-site.
Prevention built into every visit
Beyond testing, UPMC offers PrEP for HIV prevention, mpox and HPV vaccines, doxy-PEP education, and condom distribution. Medication adherence counseling and prevention education for HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STIs are part of the visit, not add-ons.
Cost varies by what you have
HIV testing is free. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are accepted; if you're uninsured, a sliding scale applies. Mpox vaccine is free. You'll need an appointment, and Spanish interpretation is available.
Right for people with insurance or who qualify for sliding scale
UPMC works best if you have Medicaid, Medicare, or private coverage—or if you're uninsured and comfortable with a sliding-scale fee. The appointment model and integrated medical approach suit anyone ready to move from testing straight into treatment and prevention planning.
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3601 5th Avenue, Falk Medical Building 7th FL Pittsburgh, PA 15213
About 1 mile southwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Pittsburgh Mercy Family Health Center tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and herpes—and treats bacterial infections on site. It's built for anyone seeking prevention tools like PrEP or HPV vaccine alongside testing.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Pittsburgh Mercy screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C, plus TB. Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis can be treated the same visit; hepatitis C treatment is also available on site, though it requires ongoing management beyond that first appointment.
Prevention: PrEP, vaccines, and education
If you're looking to prevent infection before it starts, the clinic offers PrEP for HIV-negative people at risk, HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, and free condoms. Counseling on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention is built into every visit.
Cost: Medicaid and insurance cover it
Medicaid and most insurance plans are accepted. Appointments are required, so call ahead to schedule.
Best for people juggling multiple health needs
This clinic shines if you need testing, treatment, and prevention in one place—especially if you're managing substance use, family planning, or medication adherence alongside STI care. Interpretation services and American Sign Language access are available.
About 1 mile west of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania is a full-service sexual health clinic where you can get tested, treated, and protected in one visit—whether you're managing an infection, starting PrEP, or just getting routine screening. It's built for anyone seeking judgment-free STI care and contraception, with sliding-scale fees that work for most budgets.
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A clinic that does testing, treatment, and prevention together
Walk in for a rapid HIV test or screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and herpes, and if you test positive for a bacterial infection, treatment happens the same visit. Beyond testing, the clinic prescribes PrEP for HIV prevention and doxy-PEP (an antibiotic that prevents bacterial STIs after condomless sex), offers HPV vaccination, and provides contraception—all in one place, all with the same non-judgmental approach.
Sliding-scale fees that fit your wallet
There's no free testing here, but Planned Parenthood uses a sliding scale, so what you pay depends on your income. Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans are accepted, and if you're uninsured and interested in PrEP, the clinic has programs to cover the cost. You'll need an appointment, so call ahead.
Interpretation services if English isn't your first language
The clinic offers interpretation services for non-English speakers, so language won't be a barrier to getting care.
Best for anyone seeking sexual health care without shame
Whether you're here for routine screening, worried about an exposure, starting HIV prevention, or managing contraception, Planned Parenthood treats all of it as normal health care. It's especially useful if you're uninsured or paying out of pocket—the sliding scale makes it accessible without requiring you to prove financial hardship.
About 2 miles northwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Central Outreach Wellness Center offers free STI and HIV testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention tools like PrEP and doxy-PEP—walk in anytime, no appointment needed. It's built for anyone seeking fast, free screening and immediate care without insurance barriers.
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Walk-in testing and treatment, all free
Central Outreach Wellness Center runs on a no-appointment model: show up when you need testing for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, or TB. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start treatment the same visit. That speed matters when you want answers fast and don't want to coordinate schedules.
Prevention built into the visit
Beyond testing and treatment, the clinic dispenses mpox and HPV vaccines at no cost, offers PrEP for uninsured patients, and provides doxy-PEP—an antibiotic you can take after unprotected sex to prevent STIs. Staff also counsel on medication adherence, hand out condoms, and teach harm reduction and STI prevention, so a single visit can cover screening, treatment, and your next line of defense.
Free testing; sliding scale for the rest
HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C tests are free. Mpox vaccine is free. Everything else—PrEP, other vaccines, hepatitis C and B treatment, HIV care—runs on a sliding scale; Medicaid and insurance are accepted. If you're uninsured and earning little, you'll pay proportionally less or nothing.
Spanish interpretation available
The clinic offers Spanish-language services, so language won't block you from getting tested or treated.
About 2 miles east of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Women's Choice Network is a private clinic offering STI testing and same-visit treatment for anyone seeking care by appointment. It's straightforward and free—no insurance or payment required.
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A private clinic built for direct care
Women's Choice Network operates as a private practice focused on sexual health. You'll come in by appointment, get tested for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, and if you test positive for a bacterial infection, treatment happens the same visit. The clinic also offers STI prevention education to help you stay healthy going forward.
No cost, no insurance needed
Testing and treatment are completely free—no fees, no insurance required, no sliding scale to navigate. You walk out having paid nothing, which makes it an easy choice if you're uninsured or paying out of pocket.
Appointment-only, so plan ahead
You'll need to call ahead and schedule; walk-ins aren't an option. If you can book a few days in advance, this clinic delivers straightforward, judgment-free care without the wait of a public health clinic.
Best for anyone who wants simple, free testing
This is the place if you prefer a private setting, have time to schedule an appointment, and want to avoid any cost. It's especially practical if you're uninsured and need same-visit treatment for a bacterial STI.
About 2 miles southwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Sto-Rox Neighborhood Health Council is a community health center offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention education in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking affordable care on a sliding scale or through insurance.
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A neighborhood clinic built for real access
Sto-Rox Neighborhood Health Council is a community health center, not a specialized STI clinic, which means a visit here covers more than just testing. You can walk in for STI screening, get treated on the spot if needed, pick up condoms, and talk through prevention—all in one appointment. It's the kind of place that treats sexual health as part of your whole picture.
Testing and treatment in the same visit
The clinic screens for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, and can treat bacterial infections right there. Beyond testing, they offer hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines, family planning services, and STI prevention education. If you're looking to get ahead of infection risk, they can help with that too.
Sliding scale and insurance make it affordable
There is a fee for visits, but Sto-Rox uses a sliding scale based on income, so cost adjusts to what you can actually pay. They accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the sliding scale is what makes this place work.
Appointments required; plan ahead
You'll need to schedule an appointment rather than walk in, so call ahead or book online. That structure means shorter waits and a reserved time slot, which some people prefer.
Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County) STD testing locations
12 testing centers serving Pittsburgh and Allegheny County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, TB, STI Self-Test.
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★★★★★4.8(194 reviews)?
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 194 reviews
2310 Jane Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203
1.0 miles away
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Upmc Matilda H Theiss Health Center
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★★★★☆4.4(175 reviews)?
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Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 175 reviews
About 1 mile northwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: UPMC Matilda H Theiss Health Center is a primary-care clinic offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking HIV, hepatitis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, or TB screening alongside vaccines and PrEP.
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A full-service clinic for sexual health
UPMC Matilda H Theiss Health Center handles testing, treatment, and prevention all in the same visit. You can walk in for an HIV, hepatitis B or C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, or TB test; if you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment is available on-site. If you're interested in PrEP or HPV, hepatitis A, or hepatitis B vaccination, staff can start or manage those during your appointment.
Treatment and prevention in one place
Same-visit treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis means you don't have to return for a second appointment. The clinic also offers PrEP for HIV prevention, HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, and counseling on STI and HIV prevention—useful whether you're testing for the first time or managing ongoing care.
Cost and insurance
The clinic accepts Medicaid and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, expect a standard visit fee. Interpretation services are available for non-English speakers.
How to get in
Appointments are required; call ahead to schedule. This setup works best for anyone who wants testing, treatment, and prevention options available in one place and has time to book in advance.
PrEP
1860 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
0.3 miles away
About 1 mile northwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County Health Department offers free testing for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and herpes, with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and prevention tools like PrEP and mpox vaccine—ideal for anyone seeking no-cost, walk-in STI care.
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Free testing covers the infections that matter most
The Allegheny County Health Department screens for HIV (rapid or conventional), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and hepatitis B and C at no cost. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, treatment is available the same visit. Hepatitis C treatment is also managed on-site, while HIV care is coordinated with specialists.
Prevention starts before exposure—and after
Beyond testing, the clinic offers PrEP for ongoing HIV prevention, doxy-PEP to reduce bacterial STI risk after unprotected sex, and mpox and HPV vaccines at no charge. Condoms are distributed free, and counseling on HIV, hepatitis, STI, and TB prevention is part of every visit.
No cost, no appointment needed
Everything—testing, vaccines, and STI treatment—is free. Walk in anytime; no appointment required. Interpretation services are available for non-English speakers.
Best for anyone without insurance or time to plan
If you're uninsured, between jobs, or just need fast, free testing without scheduling ahead, this is the straightforward choice. The breadth of free prevention tools makes it especially valuable for anyone at ongoing risk.
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1908 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
0.4 miles away
Doxy PEP · Mpox Vaccine · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · 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 · No Fee · Free STI Test · Free STI Self-Test · Free HIV Test · Free Hepatitis C Test
LanguagesEnglish, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages
About 1 mile east of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is a full-service clinic offering testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs, and prevention tools like PrEP and vaccines—best for anyone seeking integrated care from diagnosis through ongoing management.
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A medical center, not a pop-up clinic
UPMC brings hospital-grade resources to STI testing and care. You'll get rapid or conventional HIV testing, screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB—and if you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment happens the same visit. For HIV, hepatitis, or TB, ongoing medical care and specialist counseling are managed on-site.
Prevention built into every visit
Beyond testing, UPMC offers PrEP for HIV prevention, mpox and HPV vaccines, doxy-PEP education, and condom distribution. Medication adherence counseling and prevention education for HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STIs are part of the visit, not add-ons.
Cost varies by what you have
HIV testing is free. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are accepted; if you're uninsured, a sliding scale applies. Mpox vaccine is free. You'll need an appointment, and Spanish interpretation is available.
Right for people with insurance or who qualify for sliding scale
UPMC works best if you have Medicaid, Medicare, or private coverage—or if you're uninsured and comfortable with a sliding-scale fee. The appointment model and integrated medical approach suit anyone ready to move from testing straight into treatment and prevention planning.
PrEP
3601 5th Avenue, Falk Medical Building 7th FL Pittsburgh, PA 15213
0.9 miles away
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Mpox Vaccine · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Clinical Trials · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
About 1 mile southwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Pittsburgh Mercy Family Health Center tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and herpes—and treats bacterial infections on site. It's built for anyone seeking prevention tools like PrEP or HPV vaccine alongside testing.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Pittsburgh Mercy screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C, plus TB. Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis can be treated the same visit; hepatitis C treatment is also available on site, though it requires ongoing management beyond that first appointment.
Prevention: PrEP, vaccines, and education
If you're looking to prevent infection before it starts, the clinic offers PrEP for HIV-negative people at risk, HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, and free condoms. Counseling on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention is built into every visit.
Cost: Medicaid and insurance cover it
Medicaid and most insurance plans are accepted. Appointments are required, so call ahead to schedule.
Best for people juggling multiple health needs
This clinic shines if you need testing, treatment, and prevention in one place—especially if you're managing substance use, family planning, or medication adherence alongside STI care. Interpretation services and American Sign Language access are available.
PrEP
249 South 9th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
0.9 miles away
Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Substance Abuse 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
Medicaid Accepted · Insurance Accepted
LanguagesAmerican Sign Language, English, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages
About 1 mile west of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania is a full-service sexual health clinic where you can get tested, treated, and protected in one visit—whether you're managing an infection, starting PrEP, or just getting routine screening. It's built for anyone seeking judgment-free STI care and contraception, with sliding-scale fees that work for most budgets.
Read full overviewShow less
A clinic that does testing, treatment, and prevention together
Walk in for a rapid HIV test or screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and herpes, and if you test positive for a bacterial infection, treatment happens the same visit. Beyond testing, the clinic prescribes PrEP for HIV prevention and doxy-PEP (an antibiotic that prevents bacterial STIs after condomless sex), offers HPV vaccination, and provides contraception—all in one place, all with the same non-judgmental approach.
Sliding-scale fees that fit your wallet
There's no free testing here, but Planned Parenthood uses a sliding scale, so what you pay depends on your income. Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans are accepted, and if you're uninsured and interested in PrEP, the clinic has programs to cover the cost. You'll need an appointment, so call ahead.
Interpretation services if English isn't your first language
The clinic offers interpretation services for non-English speakers, so language won't be a barrier to getting care.
Best for anyone seeking sexual health care without shame
Whether you're here for routine screening, worried about an exposure, starting HIV prevention, or managing contraception, Planned Parenthood treats all of it as normal health care. It's especially useful if you're uninsured or paying out of pocket—the sliding scale makes it accessible without requiring you to prove financial hardship.
Title XPrEPDoxyPEP
933 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
1.1 miles away
About 2 miles northwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Central Outreach Wellness Center offers free STI and HIV testing, same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention tools like PrEP and doxy-PEP—walk in anytime, no appointment needed. It's built for anyone seeking fast, free screening and immediate care without insurance barriers.
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Walk-in testing and treatment, all free
Central Outreach Wellness Center runs on a no-appointment model: show up when you need testing for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, or TB. If you test positive for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis, you can start treatment the same visit. That speed matters when you want answers fast and don't want to coordinate schedules.
Prevention built into the visit
Beyond testing and treatment, the clinic dispenses mpox and HPV vaccines at no cost, offers PrEP for uninsured patients, and provides doxy-PEP—an antibiotic you can take after unprotected sex to prevent STIs. Staff also counsel on medication adherence, hand out condoms, and teach harm reduction and STI prevention, so a single visit can cover screening, treatment, and your next line of defense.
Free testing; sliding scale for the rest
HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C tests are free. Mpox vaccine is free. Everything else—PrEP, other vaccines, hepatitis C and B treatment, HIV care—runs on a sliding scale; Medicaid and insurance are accepted. If you're uninsured and earning little, you'll pay proportionally less or nothing.
Spanish interpretation available
The clinic offers Spanish-language services, so language won't block you from getting tested or treated.
PrEPDoxyPEP
127 Anderson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
1.5 miles away
Doxy PEP · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Mpox Vaccine · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Harm Reduction · 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
About 2 miles east of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Women's Choice Network is a private clinic offering STI testing and same-visit treatment for anyone seeking care by appointment. It's straightforward and free—no insurance or payment required.
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A private clinic built for direct care
Women's Choice Network operates as a private practice focused on sexual health. You'll come in by appointment, get tested for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, and if you test positive for a bacterial infection, treatment happens the same visit. The clinic also offers STI prevention education to help you stay healthy going forward.
No cost, no insurance needed
Testing and treatment are completely free—no fees, no insurance required, no sliding scale to navigate. You walk out having paid nothing, which makes it an easy choice if you're uninsured or paying out of pocket.
Appointment-only, so plan ahead
You'll need to call ahead and schedule; walk-ins aren't an option. If you can book a few days in advance, this clinic delivers straightforward, judgment-free care without the wait of a public health clinic.
Best for anyone who wants simple, free testing
This is the place if you prefer a private setting, have time to schedule an appointment, and want to avoid any cost. It's especially practical if you're uninsured and need same-visit treatment for a bacterial STI.
4615 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
1.6 miles away
About 2 miles southwest of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh: Sto-Rox Neighborhood Health Council is a community health center offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention education in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking affordable care on a sliding scale or through insurance.
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A neighborhood clinic built for real access
Sto-Rox Neighborhood Health Council is a community health center, not a specialized STI clinic, which means a visit here covers more than just testing. You can walk in for STI screening, get treated on the spot if needed, pick up condoms, and talk through prevention—all in one appointment. It's the kind of place that treats sexual health as part of your whole picture.
Testing and treatment in the same visit
The clinic screens for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV, and can treat bacterial infections right there. Beyond testing, they offer hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines, family planning services, and STI prevention education. If you're looking to get ahead of infection risk, they can help with that too.
Sliding scale and insurance make it affordable
There is a fee for visits, but Sto-Rox uses a sliding scale based on income, so cost adjusts to what you can actually pay. They accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the sliding scale is what makes this place work.
Appointments required; plan ahead
You'll need to schedule an appointment rather than walk in, so call ahead or book online. That structure means shorter waits and a reserved time slot, which some people prefer.
151 Ruth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15211
1.9 miles away
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Allegheny 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 Allegheny 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 Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh, PA
The nearest testing center is about 0 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 2,972 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Pittsburgh — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 1,288 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 Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh is a large city in Allegheny, Pennsylvania, where Troy Hill sits just up the road. Unemployment runs about 5.6%, and a moderate share are college-educated, near 44.5%. In a dense area like this, at-home kits and telehealth help residents test without the appointment crunch.
ZIP 15216 snapshot
Inside Pittsburgh's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Pittsburgh.
Residents
21,503
Median age
40
Median income
$81,542
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Pittsburgh
Walkability14.31 / 20 · Above average
Pittsburgh scores 14.31/20 on the EPA walkability index, so many trips are walkable or a short ride — though a car still gives you the widest choice of testing centers.
Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.
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Do I have an STD?
Use our confidential symptom checker to see which STDs match your symptoms — and which tests are recommended near Pittsburgh.
Pharmacies stock FDA-authorized at-home STI and HIV self-tests and fill prescriptions for treatment. Locations via OpenStreetMap.
Nearby cities & towns
STD testing near Pittsburgh in Allegheny County
Just outside Pittsburgh? These nearby Allegheny County communities have their own testing guides — clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
Here's how reported STI rates in Allegheny County — the county that includes Pittsburgh — compare with Pennsylvania and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~40% of Allegheny 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 9% of the state's 67 counties (ranked #7)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Allegheny County vs Pennsylvania vs U.S.
Allegheny CountyPennsylvaniaU.S.
Infection
Allegheny County
Pennsylvania
United States
Chlamydia
431.35,283 cases▲ 2%
421.2
492.2
Gonorrhea
200.42,455 cases▲ 38%
144.7
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
11135 cases▲ 21%
9.1
15.8
Syphilis (early)
11.8144 cases▲ 15%
10.3
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
3.340 cases▼ 71%
11.4
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 Allegheny County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▼ 5% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Allegheny County, chlamydia has fallen from 463.2 to 431.3 per 100,000 (7%), gonorrhea has risen from 180 to 200.4 per 100,000 (11%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 11.2 to 11 per 100,000 (2%).
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 Pittsburgh
Adults uninsured
4.7%
Allegheny County
Below poverty line
7%
Primary-care ratio
915 : 1
Allegheny County
Primary-care shortage score 19 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 44.9
Social Vulnerability Index · 31th 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 Allegheny County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Allegheny County (2023)
People living with HIV
314 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
63
On PrEP (coverage)
72.3%
Allegheny County HIV care continuum (2023)
Allegheny County recorded 5.9 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 8.3 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Allegheny County residents living with HIV, 78.3% are in care · 59.8% 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 Allegheny 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 Allegheny 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh, 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 Pennsylvania
The questions Pittsburgh residents ask most before testing, answered under Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. Pennsylvania 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 Pittsburgh, PA
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Where can I get tested for STDs in Pittsburgh?
The closest is Upmc Matilda H Theiss Health Center (0.3 mi); 10 options sit within 30 miles.
Does Medicaid cover STD testing?
Medicaid generally covers STD testing, and public clinics test for free regardless of coverage.
Is there free STD testing near Pittsburgh?
Yes — Upmc Matilda H Theiss Health Center (0.3 mi) offers free testing, and public clinics serve the uninsured.
Which tests are offered near Pittsburgh?
Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV — a full panel covers the common ones.
How common is chlamydia in Allegheny County?
About 431 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), above the Pennsylvania average.
What samples are used for STD testing near Pittsburgh?
It depends: a blood draw covers HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis, while urine or a swab covers chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Do I need a second test later?
Yes if the first test was early; recheck a few weeks out for chlamydia/gonorrhea and up to ~3 months for HIV/syphilis.
I had unprotected sex — should I get tested?
Yes — test after the window period, and if HIV exposure is a concern, ask about PEP within 72 hours.
Should I get tested for herpes near Pittsburgh?
The CDC doesn't advise routine herpes testing without symptoms; if you have a sore, a swab of it is the most accurate test.
Can trich be treated?
It's cured with antibiotics; treating partners together prevents reinfection.
