Last updated Aug. 17 at 2 p.m.
The Indiana Department of Health closed its Optum Serve COVID-19 testing site in Bloomington this summer, but there are other testing sites. Here’s what you need to know if you want to get tested today.
Here's where to go and what to expect if you'd like to get tested for COVID-19 in Monroe County:
CVS Pharmacy Locations
4444 West State Road 46, Bloomington, IN 47404
1000 North College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47167
2701 East Third Street, Bloomington, IN 47401
2650 South Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47401
Who can get tested?
Ages 3 and up are eligible. A parent or legal guardian has to be present for minors to get tested, and may have to assist with sample collection.
Payment: The test is free for people who are uninsured. The state dashboard says people who are insured won’t be charged any out-of-pocket costs, but should still bring their insurance card with them. Those without insurance should bring their Social Security number (you don’t need the card itself), driver’s license or state ID.
Find out if you meet the requirements and schedule a testing appointment with CVS here.
Appointment: Required, schedule
If approved for testing, the CVS website notes that patients must be prepared to administer their own nostril swab or bring someone along who can do so. Walk-in visits are not allowed.
Results from rapid tests are typically shared the same day as the test via CVS's MyCare site.
Types of tests at these locations:
PCR/NAAT Test, Drive-Thru and Rapid Antigen
IU Health Bloomington Remote Specimen Collection
550 S. Landmark Ave, Bloomington, IN 47403
Who can get tested?
You need a doctor’s note and must be symptomatic to be eligible for testing here.
Payment: Insurance billing
Appointment: Required, to get started, download the IU Health Virtual Visits app for a free COVID-19 screening.
Mon-Fri: 9:00AM - 3:00PM Sat-Sun: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Monroe County Community Testing Site
4011 S Monroe Medical Park Blvd, Bloomington, IN 47403
Who can get tested?
You need a provider order or to be seen in the hospital’s ER for a COVID-19 test order. Or, you can be tested here if you have a doctor’s note.
Payment: Insured and uninsured people can come get tested here. The hospital has a program through the state, and if an uninsured patient qualifies, they won’t be charged out of pocket.
Appointment: Required, call (812) 825-0823 to get started.
HealthNet Bloomington Health Center
811 West 2nd St., Bloomington, IN 47403
Who can get tested?
This location is for HealthNet patients only, adults and children. You also need a doctor’s note to be tested here.
Payment: The site will see patients regardless of their ability to pay. The site accepts Medicaid, Medicare, HIP, and most commercial insurance.
Appointment: Required, Call (812) 333-4001 to schedule, Mon-Thu: 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
To make an appointment, call (812) 333-4001.
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