Who Should Get Tested for COVID-19?
The five populations for which SARS-Cov-2 testing with viral tests
- Individuals with signs or symptoms consistent with COVID-19
- Asymptomatic individuals with recent known or suspected exposure to SARS-CoV-2 to control transmission
- Asymptomatic individuals with current known or suspected exposure to SARS-CoV-2 for early identification in special settings
- Individuals being tested to determine the resolution of infection (i.e., test-based strategy for discontinuation of transmission-based precautions, HCP return to work, and discontinuation of home isolation.
- Individuals being tested for purposes of public health surveillance for SARS-CoV-2.
When should you get tested?
- Exhibiting Symptoms consistent with COVID-19
- Known exposure to the virus
- Healthcare workers to get tested
- Inpatient or nursing homes or Rehabilitation facilities
- Individuals that have attended large gatherings
Insurance and Billing
Who will cover the COVID-19 test?
The test is offered at no cost to the patient, we bill your insurance. Pursuant to Part II, section 3202 ("Pricing of Diagnostic Testing") of the Coronavirus aid, relief, and economic security act (CARES ACT), Capital Diagnostics has established, and hereby makes public, a "cash price" of $125.00 for SARS-CoV-2 COVID-19 diagnostic testing.
