COVID-19 Testing

Low or No-Cost Testing Sites

To find a place where you can get tested for COVID-19: 

• Search the Test Site Locator from the CDC (testinglocator.cdc.gov)
• Search the Test Site Locator from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (hhs.gov/coronavirus/testing)

At-Home COVID-19 Tests

At-home COVID-19 test are available at:

• Locations in Erie County where you can pick up free test kits.
• Call your health insurance company.  Many health insurance providers reimburse for, or cover the cost of, at-home tests. See How to get your at-home over-the-counter COVID-19 test for free.   
• Note: The FDA recommends repeat testing following a negative result whether or not you have COVID-19 symptoms. See FDA Safety Communication: At-Home COVID-19 Antigen Tests - Take Steps to Reduce Your Risk of False Negative.
• Before You Throw Out "Expired" Tests: Check to see if your COVID-19 tests' expiration dates have been extended.

What to Do if You Test Positive

See What To Do If You Test Positive for COVID-19.
 

COVID Treatment

COVID-19 treatments help prevent severe disease. COVID-19 treatments work best when you receive them as soon as possible after becoming sick, so it's important to get tested and talk to your doctor right away to find the treatment that is best for you. All treatments require a prescription. 

See COVID-19 treatment page for more information or call your healthcare provider.

Additional Information

• CDC COVID-19 Testing: What You Need to Know
• FDA COVID-19 Test Basics or call 1-888-FDA-INFO
• Excelsior Pass
• Health Insurance & Low Cost Healthcare Services