If you have COVID-19 symptoms, including fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle/body aches, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, runny nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea - or were exposed without a mask to a person with confirmed COVID-19 - you qualify for a COVID-19 test.
COVID-19 Viral Testing
COVID-19 viral tests check if you have a current COVID-19 infection. All Tower Health Urgent Care locations offer COVID-19 assessment and viral testing. An appointment is not required, however, an order from your physician may expedite the screening process.
Which COVID-19 Test is Best for Me?
The chart below may help you decide which COVID-19 test is best for you. Call any Tower Health Urgent Care location for more information.
| Rapid Antigen Test | PCR Lab Test | Roche Rapid RT-PCR | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for... | Patients with COVID-19 symptoms and qualifying for antibody infusion therapy | Patients with or without COVID-19 symptoms | Patients with or without COVID-19 symptoms |
| Results Back Within | 15 minutes | 36 to 72 hours* | 20 minutes (ideal test for travel requirements) |
| Locations Available | All Tower Health Urgent Care locations** | All Tower Health Urgent Care locations** | Select Tower Health Urgent Care locations:
|
| Processed through Insurance | Yes, for most testing scenarios | Yes, for most testing scenarios | No |
| Self-Pay Fee | Call for self-pay fee schedule** | Call for self-pay fee schedule** | $150 out of pocket |
*Test result wait times may be longer due to patient volumes.
**View Tower Health Urgent Care locations and contact information.