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Key Points
- Solv, in collaboration with the City of Seattle, University of Washington Medicine, and U.S. Digital Response, is launching multiple COVID-19 testing locations across Seattle. These sites will have the capacity to process up to 2,000 tests per day, free of charge to residents.
- The US is currently falling short in its testing capacity, which is crucial for the effective reopening of the country. Many people needing COVID-19 tests are often left confused and uncertain about the process and costs.
- To handle the high volume of tests, Solv has developed a queuing system that streamlines the process, allowing for efficient patient movement and data collection for contact tracing. The system also includes a digital pre-registration feature to collect patient details ahead of the test.
- Solv believes that democratizing COVID-19 testing is essential to prevent a second wave of outbreaks and to ensure vulnerable populations have easy access to tests. The company plans to scale this technology to support other state and local governments in their testing efforts.
- Seattle residents can find testing locations and book appointments in advance online or by phone. The testing is available to all residents, regardless of whether they are experiencing symptoms, six days a week.
Today, Solv is proud to announce that, in partnership with the City of Seattle, University of Washington Medicine, and U.S. Digital Response, multiple COVID-19 testing locations will launch across the city, with the ability to process up to 2,000 tests per day — at no cost to residents. Powered by Solv’s online scheduling platform, we’re providing unprecedented access to testing in the Greater Seattle area, and overhauling the testing process to make it as easy to access testing as it is to get a cup of coffee from Starbucks.
The United States is currently millions of tests short of where we need to be to effectively reopen the country. There have been few examples of scalable testing and contact tracing at a city, state, or national level that can handle the millions of daily tests needed to get America back up and running. Consumers that need COVID-19 testing are often left frustrated–uncertain of where to get tested, confused about the process, and unclear about the cost..
A lack of access to COVID testing is not a status quo we at Solv are willing to accept. Over the past two weeks, we have raced to stand-up a better solution. Running nearly 12,000 COVID-19 tests every week is no small feat. In order to process this volume, the city of Seattle needed a solution that enabled them to quickly move through a high volume of patients, while collecting all the relevant information to support contact tracing and quick processing. Solv’s queuing system streamlines the process for the Seattle firefighters on the ground running the testing, our book ahead functionality spaces out demand so testing sites do not become inundated with demand. Digital paperless pre-registration collects patient details ahead of the test, making it easier for the healthcare workers on the ground to be extremely efficient.
Democratizing COVID-19 testing is not only necessary to safeguard cities like Seattle from a second wave of coronavirus outbreaks and get businesses reopened and safely back to work, but it’s also important to ensure some of the most vulnerable populations are able to easily and conveniently access tests. Solv is excited to scale this technology to support other state and local governments in their testing efforts. “Widespread testing is critical to controlling the COVID-19 pandemic and is a crucial puzzle piece to successfully reopen our economy,” says Heather Fernandez, Solv’s co-founder and CEO. “Working closely with these incredible partners to expand access and grow capacity is perfectly aligned with our mission of simplifying consumer’s everyday healthcare needs.”
Seattle residents looking to get tested can find the most convenient testing locations and book an appointment in advance here. To ensure there are no barriers to testing, pre-registration is also available by phone through the Solv system is also available at 206-684-2489. The testing will be open to all Seattle residents, from 10am-4pm six days per week, whether or not they’re experiencing symptoms of the virus. Other states and metropolitan areas interested in partnering with Solv to launch COVID-19 testing in their market can reach out directly at [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
Who are the partners involved in launching multiple COVID-19 testing locations in Seattle?
The partners involved in launching multiple COVID-19 testing locations in Seattle are the City of Seattle, University of Washington Medicine, U.S. Digital Response, and Solv.How many tests can these locations process each day?
These testing locations have the ability to process up to 2,000 tests per day.What is the cost of these tests to residents?
The tests are provided at no cost to residents.How is Solv aiding in the testing process?
Solv is aiding in the testing process by providing an online scheduling platform. This platform allows for easy access to testing and streamlines the process for healthcare workers on the ground.Why is widespread testing critical according to Solv's co-founder and CEO, Heather Fernandez?
According to Heather Fernandez, widespread testing is critical to controlling the COVID-19 pandemic and is a crucial component to successfully reopening our economy.How can Seattle residents book an appointment for testing?
Seattle residents can book an appointment for testing by finding the most convenient testing locations online and booking in advance. Pre-registration is also available by phone through the Solv system.What are the operating hours for the testing locations?
The testing locations are open from 10am-4pm, six days per week.Who can get tested at these locations?
Testing is open to all Seattle residents, whether or not they’re experiencing symptoms of the virus.
