COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

The COVID-19 test is swabbed through the nose. You may feel some minor discomfort and it may make your eyes water.

Test results for the rapid test are returned within 15 minutes. Test results for the PCR test are returned by the end of the next day. However, please note that some results may return later due to capacity and staffing.

• Anyone that wants to be tested to rule out COVID-19 (with or without symptoms)
• Anyone that has had any sort of exposure to COVID-19 (with or without symptoms)
• Any frontline or essential worker, or first responder (with or without symptoms)
• Any employee with an employer request for testing
• Anyone with an order for testing

If you do not meet the above criteria, you may still receive testing at our providers’ discretion. Please register online at your closest testing location. 

Testing is available from 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday-Friday and 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday-Sunday.

Midwest Express Clinic is now offering rapid antigen testing for COVID-19 at all of our locations!

This rapid test is the latest technology on the market and is approved for emergency use by the FDA.

Test results are returned within 15 minutes for rapid tests.

For pricing information on our rapid COVID-19 testing, please view the additional sections below labeled “How Much Is The COVID-19 Test?” and choose the option (same day pricing or insurance) that fits your situation.

Note: Patients using insurance can be tested using the PCR nasal swab test and the rapid test on the same day, but we do not guarantee coverage. 

If you are planning to travel and need a test, we recommend getting the PCR nasal swab test. The rapid test may also be used in some cases.

The rapid test is generally approved for domestic travel. For international travel, please check with the country’s travel advisory for testing requirements. For additional questions, we recommend calling one of our locations. 

Airlines will typically require patients to test within 72 hours of their flight. We recommend verifying the guidelines set by your airline for the most accurate information.

At this time Midwest Express Clinic offices are not offering the COVID-19 vaccine or the COVID-19 Booster. Please follow our health blog and social media pages for more updates as information becomes available.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

COVID-19 test results are returned within 15 minutes for rapid testing. Test results for the PCR test are returned by the end of the next day. However, please note that some results may return later due to capacity and staffing.

Once your results are back we will email you a copy. You will receive a text message indicating when your results have been emailed over to you. You can also access your results through MyQuest or through our patient portal.

Please call the clinic where you received your test for any questions regarding your results.

Yes, we are able to provide a work note along with your test results.

Please note: the CDC guidelines on self-quarantine were updated as of December 27, 2021. Depending on whether you have been vaccinated or not, you may have a period of time that you must quarantine before we can clear you to return to work.

If you have tested positive, regardless of vaccination status, you must isolate for 5 days and be asymptomatic before we can clear you to return to work. All individuals who have been tested should wear a well-fitting mask around others until 10 days after exposure.

If you feel you have been potentially exposed, but are not feeling any symptoms, you can still get tested!

Please visit our locations page to find your closest testing center and schedule a same-day visit.

Prior to your visit, you will be asked some pre-screening questions about your symptoms or possible exposure to COVID-19.

If your symptoms have not stopped, have worsened, or if you are having trouble breathing, please go to your nearest emergency room. If you feel your symptoms are life-threatening, call 911.

However, if you do not feel that your symptoms are emergent, please visit our locations page and schedule a same-day visit at your closest testing center.

All Midwest Express Clinic locations have implemented protocols consistent with the CDC’s guidelines to ensure the quality and safety of care provided to our patients.

Rapid COVID-19 Testing

Patients interested in rapid testing will receive our rapid antigen test. Cost of this test for patients paying out-of-pocket is $155, which includes the test and an office visit.

PCR Testing

Patients who need a PCR nasal swab test for travel, work, or other reasons will need to be seen by a provider. The out-of-pocket rate for all PCR tests, regardless of symptoms, is $200.

Note: Patients who need work documentation, post-testing notes, or other paperwork must discuss with a provider during your exam.

For Patients Using Insurance

The cost of COVID-19 testing may vary depending on your insurance coverage. We recommend contacting your insurance provider for specific coverage and costs. Our office will collect a co-pay at the time of visit, if applicable.

Please be aware that all patients, regardless of symptoms, using insurance for COVID-19 testing will be seen by a provider. This means that an office visit will be billed out.

Note: Patients who need work documentation, post-testing notes, or paperwork must discuss with a provider during your exam.

We advise you to call your insurance provider directly to verify coverage and costs.

Note: Government-run facilities may be able to offer testing at no-charge to patients; however, we do not know where these locations may be.