Free STD Testing in Cleveland Heights, OH

The most common STDs diagnosed in Cuyahoga County, where Cleveland Heights is located, are chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis. Infection rates have increased sharply over the last decade.

Chlamydia is the most common STD reported in Cuyahoga County, with an incidence rate of 883 per 100,000 people, much higher than the national average of 539.9. While this figure is close to the 2017 rate of 884.6, long-term data shows the number of chlamydia infections has been rising steadily. In 2015, the incidence of chlamydia was 721.2, which results in an increase of 22.4% over four years. The city of Cleveland reported a rate over twice as high as that of the county — 1,920.4 in 2018. Data indicates that this disease predominantly affects women, with nearly twice as many females infected as males. Of concern is the number of younger people infected, with most chlamydia diagnoses reported in the 15-24 age group.

North East Ohio Neighborhood Health Services, usually abbreviated NEON, operates a chain of federally qualified health centers in and around Cleveland.  These include the Collinwood Health Center, located a short bus ride from Cleveland Heights city hall. The clinic offers a full range of primary healthcare services, including STD testing. NEON uses a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. The centers also accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurance plans. Walk-in appointments are available.

15322 St. Clair Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44110
Multiple Greater Cleveland locations
216-851-1500
Website

The Centers offers a three-pronged program that includes health services, family support, and work training. The organization operates from three locations in North Eastern Ohio. It offers full primary care services, including STD testing. Although prior appointments aren’t necessary, having one ensures prompt service, especially during busy periods. Virtual appointments are also available. The Centers charges sliding scale fees for most services and accepts private insurance plans.

12201 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44106
Multiple Greater Cleveland locations
216-721-4010
Website

Preterm is a nonprofit clinic offering a range of sexual health services that includes STD testing, treatment, and gynecological care. Also included are HIV prevention and treatment, emergency contraception, abortion, and teen wellness. Services are available to all, regardless of gender and sexual orientation. The clinic accepts most major insurance as well as Medicaid. Appointments are available Tuesdays through Saturdays.

12000 Shaker Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44120
216-991-4000
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The Cleveland Department of Public Health operates two facilities, The J. Glen Smith Health Center in East Cleveland and the T.F. McCafferty Health Center in West Cleveland. These centers provide free or low-cost primary medical care, including screening for STDs. Services are offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Although walk-ins are welcome, appointments are preferred.

11100 St. Clair Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44108
Multiple Greater Cleveland locations
216- 249-4100
Website

Planned Parenthood is a national organization dedicated to providing affordable health care and sex education. Services include STD and HIV testing. Several Planned Parenthood clinics are located near and around Cleveland Heights. Walk-in services are available, but it’s better to make an appointment. The clinics usually operate Monday to Saturday. Planned Parenthood charges sliding scale fees based on an individual’s circumstances. The organization also accepts most private insurance as well as Medicaid.

7997 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44103
216-851-1880
Multiple Greater Cleveland locations
Website

Cleveland Clinic Community Care, part of the Cleveland Clinic hospital group, offers primary care health services. Patients need to make an appointment online and are referred to one of the clinic’s board-certified physicians or care providers. The clinic is a nonprofit organization that offers access to a wide range of medical services, including STD testing.

11100 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
Multiple greater Cleveland locations
216-444-2538
Website

Neighborhood Family Practice operates from several clinics in West Cleveland. Comprehensive primary care services are offered, including testing for STDs, and same-day appointments are available. Fees are based on a sliding scale for those without insurance. The practice accepts most commercial insurance plans, as well as Medicare and Medicaid.

2358 Professor Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44113
Multiple Greater Cleveland locations
216-281-0872
Website

• https://gis.cdc.gov/grasp/nchhstpatlas/charts.html?c=2592
• https://gis.cdc.gov/grasp/nchhstpatlas/charts.html
• https://www.cdc.gov/std/stats18/2018-Surveillance-Report-EMBARGOED-FINAL-State-Ranking-Tables.pdf
• https://clevelandhealth.org/assets/documents/health/health_statistics/Chlamydia_Profile_Yearly_Summary_2018.pdf