If you believe you are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms and need to be tested please call our COVID-19 hotline at (423) 618-9006
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Testing for COVID-19
How To Get Tested For COVID-19 In Chattanooga
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If you or a loved one are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or have been exposed to the virus, Galen is here to help guide you through the process of getting the medical care you need. Our team of providers has developed a procedure for COVID-19 testing which starts with a simple phone call to our COVID-19 Hotline at (423) 618-9006.
Testing for COVID-19 — What You Need to Know
Convenient Drive-thru Testing
Before arriving at our drive-thru testing sites, please call our Galen COVID-19 Hotline, (423) 618-9006, to be screened and recommended for testing. If your symptoms warrant COVID-19 testing, you will receive an order to participate in our drive-thru testing process. We have gone to great lengths to develop a procedure that limits potential exposure to the virus by allowing you to remain in your vehicle during testing.
Process:
Call our COVID-19 Hotline at (423) 618-9006to make an appointment.
Arrive for your appointment at one of Galen’s drive-thru testing sites.
Staff on site will direct you.
Sample is taken using a swab from the comfort of your car.
Sample is sent to a lab to process.
Results are received typically in 48-72 hrs
Location & Hours:
Hixson Area
4976 Alpha Ln.
Hixson, TN 37343
Hours
Monday – Tuesday 8:00 am – 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Close contacts of people who have tested positive.
Exposed healthcare works.
Pre-procedural testing as needed.
Diagnostic testing as recommended
If you believe you are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms and need to be tested please call our COVID-19 Hotline at (423) 618-9006.
How to Get Screened for COVID-19?
Please call our Galen COVID-19 Hotline, (423) 618-9006, to be screened and recommended for testing. All current Galen and non-Galen patients experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or looking to schedule COVID-19 testing can do so through our hotline. If you are experiencing symptoms, you will be assessed by a healthcare provider who may order any of the following tests: COVID-19, Flu, Strep, Antigen, blood work to be drawn conveniently at our drive-thru testing sites. Learn more about our Remote Access telelhealth services.
Cost of Testing
Check with your insurance policy before making an appointment.
Most insurances cover exposure, diagnostic, and pre-procedure testing.
Out-of-network insurances may receive a potential charge.
Those without insurance can self-pay $120 for a COVID-19 test.