COVID-19 Rapid Testing

Rapid COVID-19 Testing in Tuscaloosa AL at American Family Care

We offer COVID-19 Rapid Antigen, COVID-19 NAAT, Same-day COVID-19 PCR, and surgical clearance COVID-19 testing.

For patients seeking COVID-19 testing for surgical clearance, your test can be covered by medical insurance if the surgery is a medical necessity. For more details, please call us at .

At our local American Family Care Center, we offer rapid testing for quick results. Whether you are experiencing symptoms or have been in contact with someone with COVID-19, come into our center to get tested today!

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COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test

• A mid-nasal swab that is relatively comfortable (does not go deep)
• Fee is $75
• Medical insurance can be used for symptomatic individuals
• An office visit with a medical provider is required
• Results in 15 minutes
• Detects active infections whether you are symptomatic or asymptomatic
• FDA authorized

COVID-19 PCR Testing

• Accepted for travel and surgical clearance
• A nasopharyngeal swab is performed, and the specimen is sent to a reputable lab
• We can bill your insurance (requires an office visit with the medical provider)
• Fee is $150 (without insurance)
• Results in 1-3 days
• Detects live, active infections

COVID-19 Rapid PCR Testing

• Accepted for travel and surgical clearance
• A nasopharyngeal swab is performed, and the specimen is tested in our in-house lab
• Fee is $199 (without insurance)
• Results in 30 minutes
• Detects live, active infections

COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test + Influenza A/B

• A mid-nasal swab that is relatively comfortable (does not go deep)
• Fee is $65.00 (requires an office visit)
• Medical insurance can be used for symptomatic individuals
• An office visit with a medical provider is required
• Results in 15 minutes
• Detects active infections whether you are symptomatic or asymptomatic
• FDA authorized

What Do I Do if I Test Positive for COVID-19?

If you are COVID-positive and meet medical requirements, we offer the possibility of a Paxlovid prescription (nirmatrelvir tablets or ritonavir tablets). According to research, Paxlovid lowers COVID-19 infection-related hospitalizations and fatalities. It is typically prescribed for patients who are more likely to experience disease progression. In general, those who are older, unvaccinated, or who have other higher-risk medical conditions are more likely to experience COVID-19 hospitalizations and/or death. Please see the CDC website for more information.

A Paxlovid dosage consists of 2 pink tablets (or 150 mg) of nirmatrelvir and one white-ish tablet (100mg) of ritonavir, taken in the morning and again in the evening by mouth with water and/or food for five days.

Side effects of Paxlovid include allergic reactions and liver disease. Paxlovid does not mix well with all medications, and it is important to inform your medical provider if you are taking other medications.

When Should You Be Tested?

• If you are experiencing any symptoms (cough, fever, body aches, shortness of breath, diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, loss of smell, headache)
• If you’ve potentially been exposed to an ill individual

Will My Insurance Cover My Covid-19 Visit?

If using medical insurance, the rates for your office visit are determined by your copay/insurance - not our facility. Please call your insurance provider directly if you have questions about your coverage and financial responsibility.

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No appointment is necessary to get the care you need. For more information or questions, please contact us at .

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