More drive-thru COVID-19 testing locations have opened throughout the area. City officials say the new test sites provide more accessible testing in underserved and minority communities.
“These new COVID-19 test sites will provide accessible testing at no charge to areas of our community that have experienced historic access to care barriers and provider-deserts,” said San Antonio Metro Health Director Dawn Emerick in a statement. “If you are experiencing symptoms, please schedule a test. Symptoms such as a dry cough and fever are indicators that you might be infected. Knowing your COVID-19 status will protect the health of others around you.”
Some testing sites will charge a fee, and some are free. Review this list to find the COVID-19 testing locations throughout the city and county, or read on below.
Pre-Approved COVID-19 Testing at Freeman Coliseum
An appointment is required. Schedule a free test at sanantonio.gov/covid19 or call 210-233-5970 to register and schedule an appointment.
Texas MedClinic Drive-Thru Test Site
The Texas MedClinic drive-thru COVID-19 testing location opened on Thursday at 2530 SW Military Drive. The location operates seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This drive-thru location is a partnership with the South Texas Regional Advisory Council (STRAC), which operates the Freeman Coliseum testing center.
Similar to the process at Freeman Coliseum, patients call 210-233-5970 between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to be screened. If a COVID-19 test is needed, the screener will schedule the test at either Freeman Coliseum or Texas MedClinic. The COVID-19 test is free and is intended to serve those who do not have health insurance.
Texas MedClinic – In-Office Visit
To be tested for COVID-19 at a Texas MedClinic, visit the Texas MedClinic website at texasmedclinic.com and review their registration process and evaluation screening quiz. Texas MedClinic does not currently require an appointment but recommends that patients check in online or in person at a kiosk. After checking in, patients will be asked to wait in their vehicles to be seen for your test, unless they are not medically stable.
Centro Med Clinic
An appointment is required for testing at this site at 9011 Poteet-Jourdanton Freeway. Call 210-922-7000 to register and schedule your visit.
Walmart Drive-Thru Test Site
The Walmart drive-thru COVID-19 testing location is located at 8923 W Military Drive. Testing at this site is reserved for those who are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 and all health care providers and first responders, whether or not they are exhibiting symptoms.
Those eligible for testing can sign up for an appointment via eTrueNorth at DoINeedaCOVID19test.com.
There is no out-of-pocket cost to the individual. Once opened, the site will operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week, weather permitting, and will test anyone who may be exhibiting symptoms of the virus.
Alamo City Urgent Care
A medical assessment by one of their providers will be required. Fees will apply but should be covered by most commercial insurance plans. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. Alamo City Urgent Care is closed on Sundays. For more information, registration process and locations visit Alamo City Urgent Care at alamocityuc.com.
CommuniCare
A patient may be able to be tested for COVID-19 at a CommuniCare clinic if they meet the following criteria:
- Patient is an established CommuniCare patient
- Patient is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms (fever, cough, and shortness of breath).
- Patient meets the current testing criteria, which is available on their website.
For more information about being tested for COVID-19 at CommuniCare, visit the CommuniCare website communicaresa.org/covid19 or call 210-233-7000.
Patients can also schedule an appointment with their current medical provider if they are looking for medical guidance and testing.
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