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You may be wondering where to get a COVID test in Kansas City. Here are a few options for getting tested.
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Introduction
If you are showing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has the virus, it is important to get tested as soon as possible. In Kansas City, there are many options for getting a COVID test. Here is a list of some of the places you can go:
-The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Health Sciences Campus offers free COVID testing for students, faculty, and staff. The test is a nasal swab and results are typically available within 48 hours.
-The Kansas City Health Department offers free drive-thru testing for residents of Jackson County who are showing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the virus. Test results are typically available within 3-5 days.
-Truman Medical Center also offers free drive-thru testing for residents of Jackson County who are showing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the virus. Test results are typically available within 3-5 days.
These are just a few of the places where you can get a COVID test in Kansas City. For more information on where to get tested, please visit the KCMO Coronavirus website or call the KCMO Coronavirus Hotline at 816-759-2247.
drive-thru testing sites
The following drive-thru testing sites are available in Kansas City:
-The Health Department of Jackson County, Missouri is offering drive-thru testing at the Historic Northeast location, 2800 Independence Avenue. Testing is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
-The Truman Medical Center is offering drive-thru testing at two locations: the East Pavilion garage on Cleveland Avenue and the North Chaske garage on Holmes Road. Testing is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
-Saint Luke’s Health System is offering drive-thru testing at three locations: Saint Luke’s North Hospital on Barry Road, Saint Luke’s South Hospital on Metcalf Avenue, and Saint Luke’s Plaza on Jules Street. Testing is available Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Additional testing sites may be added in the future, so please check back for updates.
Health Departments with testing sites
The health departments with testing sites are as follows:
-The Kansas City Clinic
-The Wyandotte County Health Department
-The Johnson County Department of Health and Environment
-The Mid-America Nazarene University Health and Counseling Center.
Pharmacies with testing sites
CVS Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy has begun offering self-swab testing at select locations. Customers can make an appointment online to get tested at select CVS Pharmacy drive-thru locations.
Walgreens: Walgreens is partnering with state and local health officials to provide COVID-19 testing at select Walgreens locations. Customers can make an appointment online for a self-swab test at select locations.
Kroger: Kroger is now offering no-cost COVID-19 testing in partnership with eTrueNorth and LabCorp at select Kroger Family of Companies pharmacies for eligible customers who make an appointment in advance.
Walmart: Walmart is now offering self-swab COVID-19 testing at select Walmart stores and Neighborhood Markets, in partnership with eTrueNorth and LabCorp. Appointments are required and can be made online.
Hospitals with testing sites
There are many hospitals with testing sites in Kansas City. Here is a list of some of them:
-Centerpoint Medical Center
-Research Medical Center
-Menorah Medical Center
-Truman Medical Center
Urgent Care Centers with testing sites
There are many urgent care centers with testing sites throughout Kansas City. You can find a list of some of these centers below, organized by area of the city. If you have any symptoms of COVID-19, it is important that you get tested as soon as possible.
North Kansas City
-Truman Medical Center Urgent Care – Concentra Urgent Care: 628 NW Englewood Rd, Kansas City, MO 64118
-North Kansas City Hospital Urgent Care: 2801 NW Platte Dr, North Kansas City, MO 64116
-WellSPRING MultiCare Clinic: 7900 NW Skyview Ave #100, Kansas City, MO 64158
South Kansas City
-Research Medical Center – The Urgency Room: 2316 E Meyer Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64132
-Saint Luke’s South Hospital Urgent Care – Leawood: 5800 W 119th St #200, Leawood, KS 66211
-Children’s Mercy South Campus Urgent Care: 12200 W 119th St #190, Overland Park, KS 66213
Downtown and Midtown Kansas City
-Truman Medical Center Lakewood – Concentra Urgent Care: 1051 Carondelet Dr #2900B, Kansas City, MO 64114
-Kansas City Free Health Clinic – Swope Health Services: 3801 Blue Pkwy #1100a, Kansas City, MO 64130
-SelectCare of Midwest – Crossroads Clinic: 1707 Grand Blvd #400a, Kansas City ,MO 64108
Concluding thoughts
There are many options for getting a COVID test in Kansas City. Whether you need a rapid test or a PCR test, there are many options available. You can get a COVID test at your doctor’s office, at a testing site, or even at home. There are also many options for how to pay for your test. You can use your insurance, pay out of pocket, or use a sliding scale. No matter where you get your COVID test, it is important to remember to stay safe and wear a mask.
