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1217 US Hwy 41, Schererville, IN 463751217 US Hwy 41
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.82(3.2k reviews)
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Family Urgent Care, Schererville - 1217 US Hwy 41, Schererville
I love Family Urgent Care. This has been my go to for years now. Eric is great. Today’s visit was with Lisa, she is very informative and nice.
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1217 US Hwy 41, Schererville, IN 463751217 US Hwy 41
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun11:00 am - 3:30 pm
4.62(271 reviews)
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Family Urgent Care, Virtual Visit - 1217 US Hwy 41
Super simple I just gave them my insurance card. We did a virtual visit. It ended up being over the phone. I had a simple urinary tract infection. They called my medicine in the Walgreens right where I was staying simple
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129 E 107th Ave, Crown Point, IN 46307129 E 107th Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.57(14 reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Crown Point on 109th & Broadway- IN - 129 E 107th Ave
Very little wait time, staff was very friendly
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31 Sibley St, Hammond, IN 4632031 Sibley St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
5.0(1 reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Hammond on Sibley- IN - 31 Sibley St
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17960 S Halsted St, Homewood, IL 6043017960 S Halsted St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Mar 31 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
4.67(353 reviews)
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Local MD Urgent Care, Homewood - 17960 S Halsted St
Doctor is so nice!!!
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7890 E Ridge Rd, Hobart, IN 463427890 E Ridge Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
3.0(4 reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Hobart- IN - 7890 E Ridge Rd
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4801 Sauk Trail, Richton Park, IL 604714801 Sauk Trail
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.1(10 reviews)
Midwest Express Clinic, Richton Park- IL - 4801 Sauk Trail
The service was awesome Dr. Shana was amazing the staff was Ava ing. Dr. Was very personable she made my son feel special and she was amazing! The staff was friendly and personable as well and very experienced. Will attend again for my healthcare.
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402 Town Center Rd, Matteson, IL 60443402 Town Center Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.5(10 reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Matteson- IL - 402 Town Center Rd
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1009 5th Ave, Hammond, IN 463201009 5th Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.8(199 reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Hammond on 5th Avenue- IN - 1009 5th Ave
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12850 S Ashland Ave, Calumet Park, IL 6082712850 S Ashland Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.17(12 reviews)
Midwest Express Clinic, Calumet Park- IL - 12850 S Ashland Ave
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10834 S Doty Ave, Chicago, IL 6061710834 S Doty Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.7(116 reviews)
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Local MD Urgent Care, Pullman - 10834 S Doty Ave
Great service and waiting time. Glad I gave them a chance. Also provided PCP recommendations.
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134 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60628134 W 111th St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.27(11 reviews)
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Cermak Immediate Care, Roseland - 134 W 111th St
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12200 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 6040612200 Western Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.8(1.5k reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Blue Island- IL - 12200 Western Ave
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17124 S Harlem Ave, Tinley Park, IL 6047717124 S Harlem Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.04(24 reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Tinley Park On Harlem- IL - 17124 S Harlem Ave
I booked online but somehow it didn’t transfer over. That was a little frustrating. Staff was very nice and efficient.
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3258 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 606553258 W 111th St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.8(1.5k reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Mount Greenwood- IL - 3258 W 111th St
Went for Covid test. Service could not have been more professional and friendly I highly recommend them.
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17119 South La Grange Road, Tinley Park, IL 6048717119 South La Grange Road
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
3.83(23 reviews)
Midwest Express Clinic, Tinley Park On Lagrange- IL - 17119 South La Grange Road
Had a great first time experience
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11739 SW Hwy, Palos Heights, IL 6046311739 SW Hwy
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Covid-19 Testing Centers, Video Visit - 11739 SW Hwy

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7786 S Cicero Ave, Burbank, IL 604597786 S Cicero Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.8(1k reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Burbank- IL - 7786 S Cicero Ave
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5521 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 606295521 S Kedzie Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.8(429 reviews)
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Midwest Express Clinic, Gage Park- IL - 5521 S Kedzie Ave
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7124 W 83rd St, Bridgeview, IL 604557124 W 83rd St
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
4.8(747 reviews)
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UrgiClinic Urgent Care, Bridgeview - 7124 W 83rd St
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COVID-19 Testing FAQs

  • How much does COVID testing cost in Schererville?

    In many cases, COVID testing can be free. Many state and local health departments continue to offer free testing to community residents as part of their response to the pandemic. In other cases, commercially insured patients, or those on Medicare or Medicaid, may receive testing at no out of pocket cost, or with a nominal office visit copay. For cash paying patients, or those that need rapid COVID testing which will deliver results in under an hour, COVID tests can range from $50 to $150 each. It is best to call your healthcare provider prior to getting tested to better understand the cost of the specific test you require.

  • Where can I get free COVID testing in Schererville?

    COVID testing is available for free under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which includes testing for those without health insurance. Check with your Schererville-area health department as they are generally a good source for free COVID tests, or can at least point you in the right direction. Additionally, you can ask your primary care provider to recommend a free COVID test site.

  • Where can I get COVID testing in Schererville?

    COVID testing is available at many outlets near Schererville including urgent care centers, retail clinics, primary care offices, health departments, and more. Different venues will have different types of tests available, many at different price points. Some testing sites are allowing walk-in patients, however, many are still requiring some degree of advance booking to control patient volume.

  • Where can I get a rapid COVID test in Schererville?

    Rapid testing—both PCR (molecular) and antigen tests—is offered through many Schererville-area urgent care centers and physician offices, usually at an additional cost ranging from $50 up to $150 per test. Usually this will allow you to get results back in under an hour, and require advanced booking through the provider. However, if you can wait 24 hours for your results, many labs are turning around send-out lab tests in that time frame, which could save you some money.

  • How to make an appointment for COVID testing in Schererville?

    Same-day and next day appointments for COVID testing in Schererville are bookable directly through Solv. Simply browse the list of healthcare providers conducting COVID tests above, find one with a “Book Online” button, and book a time that aligns with your schedule stating “COVID-19 Test” as your reason for visit.

  • Can I get tested for antibodies if I am sick with COVID-19 Schererville?

    An antibody test for COVID-19 might inform you if you previously had a coronavirus infection. Because it can take between 1–3 weeks after an infection for your body to develop these antibodies, an antibody test during an active infection would not be successful. To see if you are currently infected, you need a viral test.

  • Do I need a COVID test if I have been vaccinated?

    Even if you have been fully vaccinated, if you have been exposed to someone who has COVID-19, experts believe that you should be tested yourself, particularly if you are experiencing cold and flu symptoms commonly aligned with the coronavirus.

  • How long does COVID testing take?

    Getting a COVID test is quick. Most tests are done with a nasal swab, which takes less than a minute to swab both nostrils. Depending on where you get your COVID test, this means you could be in and out of the testing site in as little as 10-15 minutes. During busy times—particularly around holidays—testing sites may be busier than usual and wait times may be longer.

  • How long does it take to get COVID test results in Schererville?

    Most labs are returning send-out molecular (PCR) COVID test results within 24-48 hours of the test. Some sites take longer, so call and ask if the reason for the test is proof for travel. Rapid COVID tests are processed on-site and are able to deliver results in under an hour, sometimes in as little as 15 min.

  • Do COVID tests detect the Delta variant and Omicron variant?

    Regular COVID tests are able to detect both the Delta variant and Omicron variant in that they can determine whether or not you have the coronavirus. However, they can't tell which variation is involved. That would necessitate genomic sequencing, which is a different process from regular virus testing that not all labs can undertake. Sequencing is uncommon and can cost up to $100 per test. Since the treatment is the same for any variant, it is not clinically useful to an individual patient to know whether the infection was caused by a variant or not.

Recent COVID-19 Testing Reviews (20)

Arrived for a COVID test I waited in my & they texted me I walked in and was out within 10min. I received my results and was out within a total of under 30 minutes. Clean room and friendly staff

- Verified patient on 9/21

We did the drive up covid testing. The technician did a wonderful job of explaining the process. She was very friendly and professional.

- Verified patient on 8/12

Covid testing ...drove up, so did not go inside facility. Nurse was very friendly and explained what was going to happen very clearly. Overall I was very satisfied with my experience.

- Verified patient on 10/15

I went for a Covid test. A nurse/tech did the swab, but now I’m back home waiting for a call from the doctor so she can actually order the test, because there were 3 people already in the office waiting to be seen. Not sure what the purpose is of making an appointment (which I did) if walk-ins are seen first. I assume they were walk-ins because I hope your system would not schedule 4 appointments for the same time.

- Verified patient on 10/10

We went for covid testing and we were taken promptly. The nurse was very gentle while doing the swabs and she answered all our questions. Would recommend for the covid testing in which was done while staying in the car.

- Verified patient on 11/9

Very quick and courteous nurse. My daughter was very nervous but she made her feel very comfortable!!! I will recommend to anyone needing a last minute visit or Covid test

- Verified patient on 10/28

Very easy to make an appt for Covid test...staff was professional and friendly

- Verified patient on 12/11

I was in and out for a covid test. Most importantly Jen is great. I walked out of a other clinic due to rude staff. Glad I found this one

- Verified patient on 10/27

I went here to get a Covid Test. The receptionist seemed very spaced out and bothered. On the other hand the woman who gave me the test was very nice and helpful. The process was very quick, maybe less than ten min. I just wish I could've gotten the rapid results instead of having to wait four days for them. I can't work until I get the results.

- Verified patient on 9/8

We did Covid testing curbside and it was efficient and we felt safe.

- Verified patient on 2/2

Signed up online for a Covid test. Staff came out as soon as I arrived and got results back in 2 days. Simple process

- Verified patient on 10/27

Very good. Had a covid test and the technician was very knowledgeable and put me at ease.

- Verified patient on 1/9

Went for COVID test. Was in and out in no time at all. Staff who took sample was very polite and friendly

- Verified patient on 10/21

I called for a covid test, they had appointments available the same day. I decided to go the next day. The procedure was performed while safely remaining in my car. The nurse was very kind and thoughtful. I just wish the test results would come faster like they do at other facilities.

- Verified patient on 10/17

I had a drive up Covid test. I was in and out. I actually went to the wrong urgent care originally, but Family Urgent Care called to see where I was and still let me keep my appointment even though I was a half hour late!

- Verified patient on 7/8

First time here for a rapid covid test, staff was great! Easy process.

- Verified patient on 2/13

Just stayed in my car for Covid testing but staff was very nice and pleasant

- Verified patient on 9/3

COVID test to make sure can visit family and everyone was so nice.

- Verified patient on 12/24

Parked for covid testing—called from car for checking, and nurse came outside to perform the swab—couldn’t have been easier. Thank you.

- Verified patient on 9/18

Curb side Covid test. Minimal interaction with staff, did not see inside facility.

- Verified patient on 11/4

Schererville COVID Testing & Rapid Testing

Types of COVID Tests

There are two types of coronavirus tests (COVID-19 tests) available, those that can test for a current infection (viral test) and those that can test for a past infection (antibody test).

Viral COVID testing can be done in a few different ways, the most common being nose swabs, but saliva tests are becoming more popular. Some tests are processed out on-site and can provide results in as little as 30 minutes. These are called rapid COVID tests. The majority of tests, on the other hand, are collected at the clinic on-site and then submitted to off-site labs for processing. Results can take up to 2-3 days to arrive. 

Antibody testing looks for a past infection and may not reveal if you have an active COVID-19 infection because antibodies can take up to three weeks to form in your body. The presence of COVID antibodies may help to prevent you from becoming infected with the same virus again; but, because the clinical understanding of COVID-19 is still developing, it's unclear how long that protection will continue.

Who should get tested for current infection

The CDC currently defines four instances where COVID testing is recommended:

  1. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 including fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea.
  2. If you have been in close contact with someone with confirmed COVID-19. Close contact is defined as within 6 feet for a total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period. If you have been vaccinated, or tested positive in the past 3 months and not experiencing symptoms, you do not need to be tested.
  3. If you are unvaccinated and participated in high-risk activities where distancing is not an option. This could include travel, large social or mass gatherings, crowded indoor settings, etc.
  4. If you have been referred to get a COVID test by your healthcare provider or local health department. 

How is testing done for COVID-19?

Most COVID tests are collected by a nasal swab. A member of the medical team puts a swab inside your nose for a few seconds on each side to collect the sample. After that, the samples are packaged according to CDC guidelines and tested on-site or transported to a facility for testing. The lab will test samples for the presence of the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), which causes COVID infection and either your care provider or the lab will notify you with the results as soon as they are available.

PCR vs Antigen Testing

Viral COVID tests are available as molecular and antigen tests. The molecular test, also known as a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test, usually delivers results within a few days since most of these tests are sent to offsite labs for analysis. The average turnaround time for PCR test results is 48 hours, but in some instances may be significantly longer due to backlogs related to insufficient lab volume and capacity. Antigen tests are also known as rapid tests and have an average turnaround time of between 15 to 30 minutes.

Both PCR and rapid COVID tests can be used to test people exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, those who were close contacts to COVID-19, and those without COVID-19 symptoms who live or work in a high-risk setting (such as a nursing facility); or those individuals who are identified as part of outbreak detection and response. The rapid COVID test is also recommended for the screening of residents or healthcare workers at skilled nursing facilities along with a PCR confirmation, and for repeat screening for the early detection and prevention of outbreaks in congregate settings (such as schools, workplaces, and prisons).

COVID testing is available for free under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which includes testing for those without health insurance. To reduce the risk of facing extra costs related to COVID testing, ask your primary care doctor to recommend a free COVID test site, and confirm there are no charges or fees for the test that are not covered by your insurance plan. Additionally, avoid getting a COVID test at a hospital or free-standing emergency room, as these facilities may charge fees for COVID testing and related services.

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