COVID-19 Testing
Regardless of your vaccination status, it is important to get tested for COVID-19 if you are experiencing symptoms or have been exposed to someone who is infected. The following testing opportunities are available in Berks County.
Mobile Testing Site
NEW LOCATION AND HOURS: The Pennsylvania Department of Health, in partnership with AMI Expeditionary Healthcare, is offering free, drive-up COVID-19 testing in Berks County. The testing site is located at the Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU), 1111 Commons Boulevard, Reading.
The site offers three types of free testing options:
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Point of care tests, where tests are performed and results analyzed on-site
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Mid-nasal passage swab PCR testing (For patients 3 years and older)
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Distribution of at-home COVID-19 antigen test kits
Those seeking tests should follow the directional signs and park in the designated spots along the north side of the BCIU Main Office. Individuals will be assisted with testing while they remain in their vehicles.
Monday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Free at-home COVID-19 tests
The federal government has now made every home in the U.S. eligible to order free at-home COVID-19 tests through www.COVIDtests.gov. The tests are completely free and orders typically ship in 7-12 days. Residents are encouraged to order tests now so they have them when needed.
The tests available for order are rapid antigen at-home tests that provide results within 30 minutes.
More information about the in-home tests is available at www.COVIDtests.gov. The website also features information about free testing sites and insurance reimbursement for at-home tests.
Map of Testing Sites in Pennsylvania (DOH)
The map available below is provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Health to help residents find testing sites in their communities. Click on the testing site on the map for more details about that specific location.
