Where To Get a Rapid COVID-19 Test in San Francisco
When getting tested for COVID-19, you should get your results in less than 48 hours. If you feel sick, isolate yourself until you get tested or after talking to a doctor. Your isolation period depends on if you are vaccinated and if you have symptoms.
If you are unvaccinated and were exposed to someone who tested positive, in most cases you’d need to quarantine for at least 10 days. For more information about all situations needing isolation and quarantine, see official guidance from the Department of Public Health.
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Rapid COVID-19 Testing Sites in San Fransisco
There are several locations in the San Francisco Bay Area that are conducting COVID-19 testing. Rapid (antigen) tests are typically done through a saliva sample and can yield results in less than one hour. Many insurance companies will cover the cost of tests, but we included the out-of-pocket cost for COVID-19 rapid tests without insurance.
| Testing Site | Rapid Test Cost | Site Information |
|---|---|---|
| CityHealth Urgent Care | Free with a valid U.S. form of identification | 300 Jessie E, San Francisco, CA, 94103 (510) 984-2489 |
| Dignity Health - Go Health | Must inquire | 3900 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611 325 Gellert Blvd. 2288 Market Street |
| Downtown Medical Group | $100 | 450 Sutter St #1723, San Francisco, CA 94108 (415) 362-7177 |
| Stat Med Urgent Care | $125 | Locations in Concord, Lafayette, and Livermore (844) 782-8633 |
Additional COVID-19 Testing Sites in San Fransisco
The following sites may offer both, a rapid or PCR COVID test. You should call or check their website before making an appointment or visiting. The following sites are by appointment only.
CityTestSF at Alemany Farmers Market
Operated by the City and County of San Francisco.
Walk-through and drive-through
100 Alemany Boulevard
Book at Alemany for appointments up to 3 days ahead.
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Urgent Care Centers
Urgent care centers accept most insurance. They may charge a fee for the test.
470 Brannan St
1998 Market St
Carbon Health: Financial District
55 Pacific Avenue
2131 Irving St
2288 Market St
GoHealth Urgent Care: Glen Park
2895 Diamond St
Sutter: San Francisco Urgent Care
55 2nd St, Ground Floor
Neighborhood Testing Sites
Chinese Hospital Test Site
Open to everyone. Check your eligibility when you make an appointment.
845 Jackson Street
Monday through Saturday, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, except holidays.
Call to schedule an appointment.
Maxine Hall Testing Site
For uninsured or SF Health Network patients.
1181 Golden Gate Avenue
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 am to 11:30 am, 1 pm to 4:30 pm
Wednesday, 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Call to schedule an appointment. You can drop in.
Mission Neighborhood Health Center
Focused on Mission residents and community members.
240 Shotwell St, in the parking lot.
Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Call to schedule an appointment.
Southeast Health Center Testing Site
For uninsured or SF Health Network patients.
2401 Keith Street
Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 4 pm
Call to schedule an appointment.
ZSFG Testing Site
For uninsured or SF Health Network patients.
1001 Potrero Avenue
Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm
Call to schedule an appointment.
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When To Get a COVID-19 Test
If you are not fully vaccinated yet, get tested if:
- You have symptoms of COVID-19
- You had close contact with someone with COVID-19 within 10 days of their positive result (even if they do not have any symptoms)
- You have been asked to be tested by your school, workplace, healthcare provider, or the health department
If you are fully vaccinated, generally you do not need to get tested if you do not feel sick. But you should get tested if:
- You have symptoms of COVID-19
- You have been asked to be tested by your healthcare provider or the health department
- You work in a healthcare setting and are required to be tested by your employer
- You have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 and do not have symptoms but work or live in certain high-risk settings
Alyssa is a Senior Marketing Associate & Content Writer at Mira. She is passionate about educating others on how to affordably access healthcare.
