For a limited time, Q Care Plus is partnering with PREVENTION 305 (P305) to provide free* at-home STI testing and online provider services to patients in Florida.
Who is eligible for this STI test and consultation program?
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New Q Care Plus patients (If you are already an active Q Care Plus PrEP patient, you are eligible for free* quarterly STI and HIV tests as part of your prescription renewals)
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Patients with insurance
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Patients with a current, permanent address in the state of Florida
How does it work?
- Sign up online in less than 5 minutes with a few details about yourself including insurance information.
- Schedule your brief, online consultation at your convenience – same- and next-day, evening, and weekend appointments are available! – with the provider of your choice.
- During your less-than-15-minute virtual consultation, you will have the opportunity to discuss PrEP and doxy-PEP with your provider.
- We will send you a home testing kit to the address of your choice in discreet packaging. Follow the easy instructions (available in both English and Spanish) and just ship it back!
- Once your samples are tested, your Q Care Plus provider will reach out within 7 business days to discuss your results and next steps. If you test positive for an STI, they’ll prescribe medication, if appropriate, or connect you with in-person care.
You can reach out to your provider via the Q Care Plus patient portal with questions or concerns at any time. You can also request prescriptions for PrEP or PrEP and doxy-PEP (usually provided at no cost* to you) during your first visit or after you receive your test results.
*What will this STI test cost me?
99% of our patients pay $0 for STI testing or PrEP consultations, labs, or prescriptions. If there will be any charge, you will be notified for awareness and consent before any services are completed. Rest assured, Q Care Plus is known for its credibility, transparency, and support.
How does the home lab kit work?
We will ship the collection kit to your location of choice in discreet packaging. The instructions for self-collection are included and the process takes less than 15 minutes! Mail the kit back to us within 48 hours with the provided, prepaid priority mail envelope. Upon receipt, our partner lab will process the results right away.
Our HIV and STI at-home test kit, by Molecular Testing Labs, allows you to quickly and conveniently complete and return your labs from home. Who doesn’t love saving you a trip to a provider’s office?!
Your at-home lab testing kit will include:
- detailed instructions,
- a blood collection kit (two (2) specimen cards and lancets),
- two (2) swabs for your oral and rectal samples,
- one (1) urine cup and pipette,
- three (3) labeled vials, and
- three (3) collection bags.
You can view a short video on the lab collection process or read our instruction guide in English or Spanish. Your provider is available if you have any questions about the process.
What will the at-home lab kit test for?
Unless otherwise noted by your Q Care Plus provider, our standard at-home test kit will include sample collection materials to test for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV, Hepatitis B, and creatinine (kidney function)**.
How fast will I get my results?
It generally takes 5-7 business days for the lab to receive and process your test kit. Your provider will review your results and reache out to discuss any concerns. You can check the transit status of your lab kit, as well as the results once complete, at https://web.qcareplus.com/login in your “Labs” section.
What if I test positive for an STI?
We take every aspect of your care very seriously. If you test positive for an STI in our care, we will reach out to talk to you about the result. During the call we will discuss treatment options for you and any partners you have, and ensure you receive treatment.
Some STIs can be treated with oral medication. If you test positive for those, we will prescribe treatment according to clinical guidelines, and send it to our partner pharmacy or a local pharmacy. If the STI requires injectable medication, we will refer you to a local clinic to obtain this treatment, unless you have a primary care or other provider you prefer.
Your Q Care Plus provider is always available to discuss the best treatment options for you and answer any questions you might have. We’re here for you!
*Most patients pay $0 for services, lab kits, and prescriptions.
**HIV 4th Gen Ag/Ab, Creatinine, Syphilis EIA (antibody not RPR), 3-site Gc/Ct and Hepatitis B Surface Antigen
In Partnership with PREVENTION 305
Through Commitment, inclusion, and innovation, PREVENTION 305 works to end the dual epidemics of HIV and HIV stigma by expanding access to PrEP, bringing knowledge and empowerment to those who are most vulnerable to HIV.
PREVENTION 305 partners with Q Care Plus to provide accessible care and online services for PrEP, doxy-PEP, and STI testing and treatment.
