Gov Holcomb Announced Large Scale COVID-19 Testing

In the first 30 days of these sites being opened, it is expected that 100 thousand Hoosiers will be tested.

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(Indianapolis, Ind.) – Governor Holcomb announced yesterday the coronavirus testing sites will open across the Hoosier state in the next seven days to begin large-scale testing.

The opening of these sites will be directed by OptumServe Health Services, powered by Logistics Health, Inc.

“Launching this partnership with Optum further expands Indiana’s COVID-19 testing capacity,” said Gov. Holcomb. “These free tests will be available in locations across the state, ensuring even more Hoosiers who have symptoms, or an affected family member can get tested for coronavirus.”

In the first 30 days of these sites being opened, it is expected that 100 thousand Hoosiers will be tested. Testing is for any symptomatic Hoosier, close contacts of positive cases, or residents of congregate living settings.

Hoosiers can be tested without visiting a healthcare provider. State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box will issue a standing order for the test for any Hoosier who meets the criteria.

Within the next seven days, 20 testing sites will open in Indiana National Guard armories and an additional 30 testing sites will open in the next 14 days totaling 50 sites across the state.

Each site will be open for at least eight hours a day, Monday through Friday.

Those who would like to be tested must make an appointment, registration will be open 48 hours before testing sites open. Hoosiers can register through the Optum portal, which will be launching soon, and self-report symptoms using an online screening tool. A hotline number will also be announced soon.

On average, Hoosiers will receive testing results within 48 hours. Results will be provided via phone call if the test is positive or via an email if the test is negative.

Hoosiers will be tested for free and insurance is not required. If you have private health insurance, it is asked that you bring that information with you.

“We have been working diligently to increase access to testing throughout Indiana with drive-thru clinics and strike teams,” said Dr. Box. “By joining forces with Optum, we will ensure that testing for COVID-19 is available to Hoosiers who need it most.” 

OptumServe will collect the swabs specimens, and manage the testing and reporting of data. OptumServe is providing its own supplies, PPE, testing kits, staffing, and lab – increasing Indiana’s overall testing capacity. The Indiana State Department of Health will continue to target focused testing and high-risk populations in its testing.

An estimated 4,400 more Hoosiers will be tested every day in the initial phase. Once all 50 sites are open, as many as 6,600 more Hoosiers can be tested per day.

The map below shows where the testing sites will be opening.

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