What Sexual-Health Services Are Offered?
Claris Health offers sexually transmitted infection (STI) and sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing and treatment, well-woman exams, and preconception education and care.
Who can receive care?
Individuals seeking medical care, education, testing, or treatment related to sexual health.
Why Choose Claris?
Claris offers judgment-free, compassionate sexual-health services at low to no cost. In addition to receiving care, we can connect you to any additional resources needed, whether they are provided at Claris Health or through one of our trusted partners.
Services Offered
Sexually Transmitted Disease/Infection (STD/STI) Testing & Treatment
Overview
Blood and urine testing to look for commonly occurring sexually transmitted diseases and infections that can be passed between partners during sexual contact.
We offer testing for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, HSV-2*, trichomoniasis, and hepatitis B and C. Additionally, we test for other non sexually transmitted infections including vaginal yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, and urinary tract infections.
* HSV-2 lesion testing available during an active genital outbreak.
Treatment is available on-site or through a referral clinic, depending on the diagnosis.
Who is it for?
Individuals over the age of 12 who present certain risk factors determined by the medical professional.
Cost
$50 for a basic STI/STD panel (HIV/syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia). Price may vary for additional testing. Financial aid and insurance coverage available to qualifying patients.
Well Woman Exams
Overview
Regular gynecological exams that include physical screenings, testing, preventative care, and health education. Well woman exams may include:
- Discussion of family history and family planning
- Vital Signs (height, weight, blood pressure)
- STI Testing
- Breast exam to check for abnormalities
- Pelvic exam including a pap test to check for infections and precancerous cells
- Referrals to Primary Care Physician(s) for any abnormal findings
- Opportunity to discuss general health questions
Who is it for?
Doctors recommend well woman exams starting at age 21 and then annually thereafter. Pap testing (included in well woman exams) is available for all premenopausal women. Doctors recommend getting a pap smear at age 21 and then at least once every three years. If you have certain risk factors, you may need to get them more frequently. These factors include:
- Prior diagnosis of cervical cancer or a Pap smear that showed precancerous cells
- Exposure to diethylstilbestrol (DES) before birth
- HIV infection
- Weakened immune system due to organ transplant, chemotherapy, or chronic corticosteroid use
- History of smoking
Cost
Insurance Patients: We accept LA Care Direct and straight Medi-Cal. Co-pay may apply.
Cash Patients: $65-$100 (w/ STI + Pap Testing).
Financial aid available to qualifying patients.
Birth Control/Contraception
Overview
Education and birth control options suitable for your unique physical and lifestyle needs and preferences. The following contraception methods may be available:
- Contraceptive implant (Nexplanon) – Small, thin, and flexible implant placed discreetly under the skin of the arm.
- Vaginal Ring– Soft, plastic ring that you place inside your vagina.
- Depo Provera – An injection that is given every three months to suppress ovulation.
- Oral Contraceptives – Pills that must be taken daily to avoid pregnancy.
- Condoms – A barrier method of contraception that must be worn during sexual intercourse.
- Fertility Education – a health and wellness program that educates women to manage their fertility through cycle tracking and other natural methods.
Birth control visits also include:
- Health history
- Blood pressure check
- Pregnancy test
- Education and discussion on various birth control methods
Who is it for?
Patients ages 14 years or older.
Cost
Insurance Patients: We accept LA Care Direct, and Medi-Cal. Co-pay may apply.
Cash Patients: $40.00 for office visits if we do not accept your insurance plan.
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