ATLANTA — The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is set to close all remaining COVID-19 drive-through community testing sites. The last day to be tested at one of these sites is June 30, according to a press release.
However, testing kiosks are now located throughout the state and usually have access to tests 24/7.
The kiosks dispense a test kit that includes two nasal swabs for COVID-19 and Influenza A/Influenza B and instructions on collecting the specimen. Once collected, the specimens can be safely packaged back into the kit and placed in the kiosk.
The specimens are picked up daily and sent to an accredited lab for PCR testing. In most cases, individuals will receive notification of their test results by email or text within 48 hours of specimen collection.
Pre-registration for kiosk testing is available but not required. There is no out-of-pocket cost for tests from a DPH kiosk, but if you have insurance, your insurance will be billed.
More information about the kiosks, including a map, can be found here.
COVID-19 tests are also available throughout the state at county health departments.
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