Testing Information and Locations

Updated 5/16/2022

Testing is an important part of protecting yourself, your family, and your community from COVID-19. For more information on COVID-19 testing in Oregon, visit the Oregon Health Authority. 

Please do not seek COVID-19 testing at an Emergency Room unless you have severe symptoms that require a visit to the ER on their own. Many providers are able to administer COVID-19 tests, such as urgent care facilities or certain pharmacies. A list of some local testing outlets can be found here.

On This Page:

• Different kinds of tests
• At-Home tests covered by insurance
• Free at-home tests delivered to your door
• Where to find a COVID-19 test

Different kinds of tests

There are two different kinds of COVID-19 tests widely available right now: Rapid antigen tests (RAT) and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing. 

• Rapid antigen tests, also called an at home test, are available over the counter at pharmacies and provide a result in as little as 15 minutes without the need to wait for results from a lab. These tests are best used by people who have had a known exposure to COVID-19, or people who currently have symptoms of COVID-19.
   
• PCR testing is usually conducted by a medical provider or testing site. A sample is collected and then sent to a lab, where it is tested for the presence of COVID-19. Though many medical providers offer PCR testing, due to the high demand for tests many local providers are requiring a patient to have symptoms or a known exposure to be tested. 

For more information visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Test for Current Infection.

At-Home tests covered by insurance

Beginning January 15, 2022, private insurance must cover the cost of at home COVID-19 test kits. Up to 8 tests per month, per person, will be covered. For more information, visit: US Department of Health and Human Services.

Additionally, members of the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) and the Citizen Alien Waived Emergent Medical (CAWEM) program who have symptoms of COVID-19 or have had an exposure can receive up to 4 tests per month. For more information, visit: COVID-19 Home Tests for OHP members.

PCR tests continue to be covered by most forms of insurance, and are available in Benton County for free for people without coverage. For more information about free testing, please call our COVID-19 Call Center at 541-766-6120.

Free at-home tests delivered to your door

Households in the United States can order at-home COVID-19 test kits for free from www.covidtests.gov. These tests are delivered by the United States Postal Service, and each household (distinct address) in the United States can make up to 3 orders total. These orders must be made separately.

For more information, please visit: USPS At-Home COVID-19 Tests FAQ.

Where to find a COVID-19 test

Here are some locations offering PCR testing in Benton County. This is not an exhaustive list, many medical providers are offering COVID-19 testing. If an appointment is needed, follow the link in the table below to go to that location's scheduler. You can also visit Get Vaccinated Oregon to search for testing (or vaccination) sites across the state.

Rapid antigen tests are available at many pharmacies throughout Benton County as supplies allow. Please check with your preferred pharmacy or wherever you get your medical supplies.

There are also testing opportunities in neighboring Linn and Lincoln Counties. Please check their websites for more information: 

• Linn County COVID-19 Testing Information
• Lincoln County Coronavirus Testing