Please be aware that due to a nationwide shortage of COVID testing kits, we may (from time to time) experience the need to allocate and limit the number of tests we can perform on any given day.
Please rest assured that we are doing everything we can to obtain and maintain an adequate supply of test kits, but nationwide shortages and/or supply chain issues are beyond our ability to control.
Diagnostic TestsThe Abbott ID NOW™ platform, the leading molecular point-of-care platform in the United States, offers the fastest molecular test for COVID-19 on the market. ID NOW™ uses isothermal technology, proprietary enzymes, and temperature control to achieve the fastest RNA amplification to make the virus detectable, fast! Learn more →
For new and existing patients, of any age.
Self-Pay: $195
The results are ready in about 30 minutes.
– By phone (faster)
– Walk-in
9am/6pm | 7 Days/wk
Quidel’s Sofia® is the first antigen test approved by the FDA. These tests quickly detect fragments of proteins found on or within the virus by testing samples collected from the nasal cavity using swabs. Positive results are usually highly accurate but negative results may need to be confirmed with a molecular test. Learn more →
For new and existing patients, of any age.
Self-Pay: $125
The results are ready in about 30 minutes.
– By phone (faster)
– Walk-in
9am/6pm | 7 Days/wk
The Abbott ID NOW™ platform, the leading molecular point-of-care platform in the United States, offers the fastest molecular test for COVID-19 on the market. ID NOW™ uses isothermal technology, proprietary enzymes, and temperature control to achieve the fastest RNA amplification to make the virus detectable, fast! Learn more →
For new and existing patients, of any age.
Self-Pay: $195
The results are ready in about 30 minutes.
– By phone (faster)
– Walk-in
9am/6pm | 7 Days/wk
Quidel’s Sofia® is the first antigen test approved by the FDA. These tests quickly detect fragments of proteins found on or within the virus by testing samples collected from the nasal cavity using swabs. Positive results are usually highly accurate but negative results may need to be confirmed with a molecular test. Learn more →
For new and existing patients, of any age.
Self-Pay: $125
The results are ready in about 30 minutes.
– By phone (faster)
– Walk-in
9am/6pm | 7 Days/wk
Antibody TestsCellex™ is one of only a few FDA approved tests for the detection of COVID-19 specific antibodies. We run it in our own CE-compliant Moderate Complexity Certified CLIA Lab reducing the chances of false-negative and/or positive results. Sometimes a second antibody test is needed for accurate results. Learn more →
For new and existing patients, of any age.
Self-Pay: $150
The results are ready in about 30 minutes.
– By phone (faster)
– Walk-in
9am/6pm | 7 Days/wk
DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
They diagnose active coronavirus infection.
Molecular Tests (or RT-PRC) detect the virus’s genetic material.
– Nasal or throat swab with results in under 30 minutes.
– These tests are highly accurate and do not require another test to validate results.
– The test does not detect past infections.
Antigen Tests detect specific proteins on the surface of the virus.
– Nasal or throat swab with results in under 30 minutes.
– Positive results are usually highly accurate.
– Negative results may need to be confirmed with a molecular test.
– The test does not detect past infections.
ANTIBODY TESTS
They show if you’ve been infected by the coronavirus in the past.
Antibody Tests (Serological) look for antibodies that are made by your immune system in response to a specific virus, in this case, the coronavirus (COVID-19).
– Small blood sample with results in under 30 minutes.
– Follow-up testing may be needed depending on the timing of exposure and immune response.
– The test does not diagnose active coronavirus infection.
At this time researchers do not know if the presence of antibodies means that you are immune to the coronavirus in the future.
What is the difference between antigens and antibodies?
Do I need to see a physician/medical provider?
No, you can choose to just have the test done by our nursing staff (but one of our providers will always be here to see you if necessary).
Are these tests cleared by the FDA?
Yes, these are among the very few that have received FDA approval under the Emergency Use Act. Most other commercially available tests on the market have not received approval.
Does insurance cover the visit?
At this time we are filing directly with Aetna and the Manatee County School District Insurance plans for the costs associated with this test. Medicare has not yet given us clear direction but we expect it to be shortly forthcoming.
For ‘Self-Pay’ payers and those who have other kinds of commercial insurance, we are collecting $195 for the Abbot ONE ID™ Molecular (PCR) Test, $125 for the Sofia® Antigen Test, or $150 payment for the Cellex™ Antibody Test at the time of service for the cost of the test and visit.
We will provide you with a copy of the invoice that you may submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.