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4.69(4.5k reviews)
The staff was very professional and there was no wait time.
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Results in 1-3 days

$125

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Rapid

Results in 15 min

$145

5.0(9 reviews)
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4.61(4.3k reviews)
My visit experience was perfect, all the personnel were very kind , place is clean and peaceful the nurse who attend me was very kind  Thanks!
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PCR Test

Results in 1-3 days

$125

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Rapid

Results in 15 min

$145

4.83(4.4k reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

Highly Rated

Very nice Dr and good care
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4.64(28 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

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The staff were very kind and helpful. Mariam Lozah PA. was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Overall good experience Wait time was very short
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4.57(30 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

Friendly Staff

Easy appointments On time Admin Staff very good Dr Mike very good
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4.64(11 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

The lady they have working there right now at the front desk is a very professional and good person.. that’s rare for urgent care. Make sure you keep her happy.
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4.64(45 reviews)
Woke up not feeling well took a Covid test at home came positive but just wanted to be sure so made an appointment to be seen and get a medical result I was Covid positive they were very nice very thorough and gave me tips on things to do to stay comfortable while going through this amazing place overall only thing is i suggest you make an appointment online before you go or you could be sitting there a while waiting to be seen
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4.42(3.8k reviews)
Just wish I new no xray tech was available in the beginning but the dr. I saw was very nice and made it worth the wait.
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PCR Test

Results in 1-3 days

$125

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Rapid

Results in 15 min

$145

4.65(5.9k reviews)
Scheduling was easy. The wait time was short and the checking was simple. Everyone was polite and professional.
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PCR Test

Results in 1-3 days

$125

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Rapid

Results in 15 min

$145

4.83(72 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Excellent experience. Staff, cleanliness, explanation of tests and treatment.
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Rapid

Results in same day

$130

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$75

4.94(16 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

I called to get my COVID results because my husband and I are traveling spoke with several representatives who assured me they would send me the results by text message immediately.After much time went by, I called again and spoke with Tom Kevin.He was very friendly and professional.He told me to stay on the phone as he sent the results to my email.I received them within seconds! I give Tom Kevin 5 +++++ stars!!! He was wonderful!!! Thank you Tom Kevin!!!
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Results in 1-3 days

$75

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4.82(5.3k reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

Highly Rated

So easy, so efficient, so kind. This will be my go to for urgent care from now on.
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PCR Test

Results in 1-3 days

$150

Antigen Test
Rapid

Results in 15 min

$150

4.82(6.1k reviews)
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Highly Rated

BEST PLACE EVER, Ill definitely go back if i have too. Everyone was extremely nice, i was shocked.
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PCR Test

Results in 1-3 days

$150

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Rapid

Results in 15 min

$150

4.91(1.1k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

I had to wait for 25 min. ------------------------
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4.83(736 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

Highly Rated

And so thankful that this is available to patients and could book my appointment within minutes. I spoke with a wonderful nurse practitioner who was very understanding and professional highly recommend using live urgent care.
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4.83(350 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Scheduling was easy. Staff were friendly and kind. Facility was large and very clean. Made it easy to find care in my network
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PCR Test

Results in same day

$200

Antigen Test
Rapid

Results in < 1 hour

$135

4.62(4.7k reviews)
I didn’t have an appointment, the staff was very friendly & accommodating. My wait time was minimal. The PA was thorough in her explanations, I didn’t feel rushed. An overall good experience.
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PCR Test

Results in 1-3 days

$125

Antigen Test
Rapid

Results in 15 min

$145

4.13(15 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

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Results in < 1 hour

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Recent COVID-19 Testing Reviews (20)

Wait time was a little long but under the circumstances it was well understood. The young nurse was exceptional. Extremely kind and considerate. Covid test was administered with very little duress. Highly recommend.

- Verified patient on 1/16

I enjoy the convenience of this facility but the wait times have become unacceptable. If I make an appointment for a Covid test, why are there walk ins being taken in and pushing the staff behind to where my appointment ia now an hour behind? Why make an appointment at all? Very dissappointing.

- Verified patient on 10/14

Painless experience. Checked in at the front desk. Waited in the car until it was my time. Wasn’t busy at all so it took 5 min total. In and out for covid testing.

- Verified patient on 2/28

I went for a covid test and all went well. Everyone was very friendly and helpful.

- Verified patient on 4/5

I had an 11 am appointment but was not seen until 1:15 for a covid test I was told to wait in the parking lot and I’d get a call with results Waited an hour I finally called and the answer was no news is good news Well no actually Fortunately I finally got test results

- Verified patient on 10/28

It was quick and painless for the. Covid test, they even got me in a little early

- Verified patient on 3/5

From the time i walked in to register to the time I was giving my covid test everything was great.. Thank You All For Great Service. The first impression is always the best impression.. Wil be visiting the facility if needed again. Clean facility, Polite great staff,..

- Verified patient on 4/26

I went there twice recently for COVID testing. Wait times were not bad, everyone I dealt with was very nice, facilities were clean. I already recommended this place to my coworkers.

- Verified patient on 12/18

The nurse who administered the covid test was so great..a professional, caring.the medical assistant was just as knowledgeable.

- Verified patient on 1/15

I have know Dan Murtha thru business networking, many years. He has always dine amazing work with overall operation. I got to witness that when I set up and had a COVID test. I called s few days ahead, to schedule. The lovely female staff member instructed me that if I fo online to register the day before (8am is when schedule is set up for next day) that I should be able to get 3 appts in together, without trouble. Wed, I had alittle difficulty registering my hubby. I called and spoke to Clinical staff member Erica. She assisted me with online registration. I was stressed with the idea that my hubby had been exposed to the virus, and myself and my mother in law also had to be tested. I wanted to make sure that all 3 of us were tested in 10 min time frames consecutively. Erica was compassionate to my needs, registering us from her end. I was able to fill out insurance from my phone easily. I liked how I was informed via text, and could check my wait time. I arrived 20 mins early, and did not have a long wait time. Outside of building looked clean and neat. Inside was decorated in relaxing neutral colors with a modern feel. Immaculate! Very large waiting area allowed seating to be properly spaced, and then some! Aliki Galandos took our info from car, called us to come in, and brought us back to complete testing. She was patient, answering all of our questions cheerfully. She explained process and allowed time for any other questions.(first time for all of us!). She explained timing of pcr test results, and how to retrieve them thru Lab Corp online. Excellent experience. We left extremely satisfied. I have always referred family and friends to this Urgent Care since I met Dan, and saw his passion regarding his extremely well run front end staff and clinical team. This week I got to witness the great care myself, and I was not disapointed!

- Verified patient on 1/16

Had rapid Covid test done, no complaints

- Verified patient on 11/21

I was disappointed that I couldn’t get the rapid COVID test which I had signed up for. But the staff was very nice

- Verified patient on 9/11

I had an appointment but did not have to wait long I just didn’t know the difference between the 2 test for taking the COVID test but the rapid test they test at the clinic and the diagnostic one they send to the lab and it takes from 1 to 3 days to get the results

- Verified patient on 1/17

I have been satisfied with the care and service on the 3 occasions I had Covid testing.

- Verified patient on 10/13

The wait time was UNREAL! Waited almost 2hrs for a 2minute Covid Test. The receptionist was not really all that friendly as well. Nonetheless, when the nurse saw us she was really sweet and rapid.

- Verified patient on 8/25

It was quickly but I just went for Covid test not need to see doctor , Told them but they charge you no matter What.

- Verified patient on 1/10

Went in for a COVID test, the girl was very pleasant and was in and out in a matter of minutes.

- Verified patient on 2/14

I was impressed with the young lady that took my COVID test. She was very professional and had a great personality. The only issue I had was I went in for a COVID test and had to wait to see a doctor before I could leave. I found that unnecessary and somewhat of a billing tactic.

- Verified patient on 12/21

We were very lucky. They opened at 8am. We got there at 8:50am and there was only 1 patient ahead of us. We were seen very quickly. Covid test & strep test administered quickly. Waited 15 minutes for Covid result. And then saw doctor. In & out.

- Verified patient on 9/16

Geri was very nice and very gentle giving me the covid test!! I would definitely recommend that anyone should go there!!

- Verified patient on 2/5

Linden 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.

COVID-19 Testing FAQs

  • How much does COVID testing cost in Linden?

    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 Linden?

    COVID testing is available for free under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which includes testing for those without health insurance. Check with your Linden-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 Linden?

    COVID testing is available at many outlets near Linden 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 Linden?

    Rapid testing—both PCR (molecular) and antigen tests—is offered through many Linden-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 Linden?

    Same-day and next day appointments for COVID testing in Linden 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 Linden?

    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 Linden?

    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.

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