This week in Anderson, South Carolina, free COVID-19 testing is available at several local health providers and community sites. Key options include:
AFC Urgent Care Bon Secours Anderson: Provides both PCR and antigen COVID-19 tests with no out-of-pocket cost for insured or state-supported testing. Open daily with extended hours until 8 pm on weekdays and 5 pm on weekends. Advance online booking is recommended.
AnMed Health Minor Care Center: Offers free COVID PCR and antigen tests for people with symptoms or exposure. Open daily until 7 pm. Walk-ins and appointments may be accepted.
MEDcare Urgent Care Anderson: Rapid testing with results often under one hour. Open 8 am to 8 pm every day. Costs may be waived depending on insurance status; check with the clinic.
Anderson County Health Department and community testing events: Occasionally provide free community COVID-19 testing with no appointment required. Checking local health department schedules can identify these opportunities.
For those without insurance, COVID-19 testing is free under federal programs. Individuals can also check with their primary care providers for referrals to testing sites with no-cost options.
It is best to contact testing locations ahead to confirm operating hours, test availability, and if an appointment is needed, especially for free or insured testing.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.afcurgentcare.com/anderson/patient-services/covid-19-testing/)
[2](https://achdonline.org/covid-19-testing-locations/)
[3](https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=Covid+Testing&find_loc=Anderson%2C+SC)
[4](https://www.solvhealth.com/sc/c/anderson-sc-srv-covid-testing)
[5](https://dph.sc.gov/diseases-conditions/infectious-diseases/covid-19/covid-19-testing)
