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STD Testing in Lake Charles, Louisiana

6 STD and HIV testing locations in Lake Charles, including 3 that list free testing.

Verify with the clinic before visiting. Hours, services, fees and appointment rules change. Call ahead to confirm. This directory is for information only and is not medical advice. In an emergency, call 911.

New Life Medical Services

631 E School St, Lake Charles, LA 70607 · (337) 474-7003
Free testing listedChlamydiaGonorrheaSyphilisHIVRapid HIVHepatitis C
Mon 8:00am – 3:00pm; Tue 8:00am – 3:00pm; Wed 8:00am – 3:00pm; Thu 8:00am – 3:00pm; Fri 8:00am – 12:00pm

Southwest Louisiana AIDS Council – Common Street Clinic

1715 Common St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · (337) 439-1386
Free testing listedChlamydiaGonorrheaSyphilisHIVRapid HIVHepatitis CHepatitis B
Mon 8:00am – 4:00pm; Tue 8:00am – 6:00pm; Wed 9:00am – 6:00pm; Thu 8:00am – 4:00pm

Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center – Lake Charles Office

603 Pujo St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · (337) 478-4822
Free testing listedSyphilisHIVRapid HIVHepatitis C
Hours not listed

Louisiana Department of Health – Calcasieu Parish Health Unit

3236 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · (337) 478-6020
Sliding scaleChlamydiaGonorrheaSyphilisHIVRapid HIVHepatitis C
Mon 7:00am – 5:30pm; Tue 8:00am – 4:30pm; Wed 8:00am – 4:30pm; Thu 8:00am – 4:30pm; Fri 8:00am – 4:30pm

Southwest Louisiana Center for Health Services – Lake Charles Clinic

2000 Opelousas St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · (337) 439-9983
Sliding scaleChlamydiaGonorrheaSyphilisHerpesHIVHepatitis CHepatitis B
Mon 8:00am – 5:00pm; Tue 8:00am – 7:00pm; Wed 8:00am – 5:00pm; Thu 8:00am – 5:00pm; Fri 8:00am – 2:00pm

Southwest Louisiana Center for Health Services – Michael DeBakey Site

501 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · (337) 439-9983
Sliding scaleChlamydiaGonorrheaSyphilisHerpesHIVHepatitis CHepatitis B
Mon 8:00am – 5:30pm; Tue 8:00am – 5:30pm; Wed 8:00am – 5:30pm; Thu 8:00am – 5:30pm; Fri 8:00am – 2:00pm

Community health centers in Lake Charles

These federally funded health centers (HRSA) offer primary care, usually on a sliding fee scale. Their STD testing services are not confirmed in our data. Call to confirm STD testing.

Comprehensive Care Center of Southwest Louisiana Admin & Health Center

425 Kingsley St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · (337) 439-5861
Southwest Louisiana AIDS Council · Community health center (HRSA). Call to confirm STD testing.

SWLA--JD Clifton Elementary School

100 N Prater St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · (337) 439-9983
SWLA Center For Health Services · Community health center (HRSA). Call to confirm STD testing.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I get STD testing in Lake Charles, LA?

This page lists 6 STD/HIV testing locations in Lake Charles, LA from the CDC NPIN directory, plus 2 community health centers that may offer testing. Call ahead to confirm services and hours.

Is there free STD testing in Lake Charles, LA?

3 of the 6 listed locations say they offer free STI and/or HIV testing. Eligibility can depend on age, income or residency. Many health departments and community health centers also use sliding-scale fees.

Do I need an appointment?

Appointment rules vary by location. Call before you go.

Can I get a rapid HIV test?

4 locations here list rapid HIV testing, which usually gives results during the same visit.

Which tests should I ask for?

Common tests include chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV and sometimes herpes or hepatitis. Which ones you need depends on your situation, so a clinician can help you decide. CDC recommends everyone ages 13 to 64 get tested for HIV at least once.

Is STD testing confidential?

Health care providers must keep your health information private. Some public health clinics offer anonymous HIV testing. Ask the clinic about their privacy policy.

Data: CDC NPIN and HRSA. Page built 2026-11-03.