The US Government has Announced the Return of COVID-19 Tests
The Biden Administration has announced the return of free COVID-19 test kits, available this fall while supplies last.
Families can order up to four (4) free tests per household, delivered by USPS.
How To Order Free COVID-19 Tests
There are two ways you can order free COVID-19 tests from the federal government:
Order Online
You can order your free COVID-19 tests online at COVIDTests.gov. The site also shares helpful tips about how to protect yourself for the virus, prevent the spread, and what to do based on your test results.
Go to the order form: https://special.usps.com/testkits
Order by Phone
You can order COVID-19 test by phone at 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489). Fees and tolls from your telephone provider could apply.
BEWARE OF SCAMS: As with the roll out of many similar programs, there are likely to be bad actors trying to get your information. These tests are free, including shipping, and you should never need to pay.
Do not respond to unsolicited calls or emails contacting you about COVID-19 tests that require:
- Payment of Any Form
- Contact Info Besides Name and Address
If you receive such contact, report it to the FTC (ReportFraud.FTC.gov) or your Attorney General (ConsumerResources.org)
What Should I do if I Test Positive for COVID-19?
If you are a current patient and test positive for COVID-19, give our office a call and we can help you determine your next steps based on individual health situation and the severity of your symptoms.
If you are not a current patient, we recommend you contact your primary care physician and discuss next steps with them. If you do not have a PCP, consider using the HHR Covid-19 Treatment tracker.
If you have any of the following symptoms, call 911.
- Chest Pain
- Severe abdominal pain
- Difficulty breathing or choking
- Loss of consciousness
- Broken bone
- Severe allergic reactions
- Bleeding that doesn’t stop
How do I get vaccinated against COVID-19?
If you are a current patient, please call our office and we will be happy to schedule a COVID-19 vaccination appointment for you. This fall/winter, we are also offering flu vaccines, which you may receive at the same time. You may also visit a local pharmacy for your vaccination.
If you are not a current patient, most local pharmacies offer the COVID-19 vaccine.
Here are some pharmacies near our office:
I have other questions about COVID-19. What should I do?
If you or your family are concerned about your COVID-19 status, please call the office at 215.258.3810 to book an appointment or speak to a member of our clinical team.
Below are a list of other resources that may help: