Free coronavirus testing is now available for anyone in SLO County, health officials say
"We've expanded our testing capacity and I encourage everyone who would like to be tested to take advantage of this opportunity, even if you do not have symptoms," county public health officer Dr.
Testing is available with appointments at sites in
Testing takes only about five minutes, according to the county.
The testing is being offered to individuals at no cost. People who have health insurance will have their insurance companies charged, but no co-pay is required, according to the release.
For those who do not have health insurance, the state of
Insurance information will be collected when people register for an appointment.
The two
Between the two sites, the county can test more than 260 people per day.
The increase in testing and test availability comes after the governor denied
According to the release, increased testing is a metric for being able to accelerate through Phase 2 of the state's reopening plan.
Across
To make an appointment at the testing sites -- located at the Paso Robles Veteran's Center,
Testing is also available through private healthcare providers, urgent care centers and the
Visit ReadySLO.org for the latest public health updates and recommendations.
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