TidalHealth gives rapid C0VID-19 tests for patients with symptoms

For select patients who qualify, TidalHealth Immediate Care offices in Georgetown, Seaford and Laurel are now providing rapid COVID-19 testing.

The rapid tests are intended for people who are already symptomatic or showing signs of COVID-19. These are not general COVID-19 tests designed for people who, for instance, need a test to travel or who are concerned that they may have been exposed to someone who is COVID-19 positive.

“As the COVID-19 pandemic has evolved, our understanding of the disease has also evolved and we finally have a variety of treatment options to prevent the worsening of the virus,” said Dr. Karin DiBari, vice president, TidalHealth. “We are pleased to be able to provide expanded access to patients for COVID-19 testing in our offices so we can connect them with these treatment options early in the disease, helping to keep them out of the hospital.”

A great alternative to an emergency department visit, TidalHealth can offer rapid test for people who are symptomatic and can return results quickly.

Most insurances are accepted. For more information, go to peninsula.org.