COVID-19 Testing
Patients may request a COVID test directly with their provider's office when making their appointment. Free at-home COVID tests are currently available to order through COVID.gov. Rapid antigen tests can be purchased in all local pharmacies (i.e. CVS and Walgreens). If you test positive for COVID-19, please isolate yourself from others right away. The recommended period of isolation for most people per the CDC is at least five days followed by masking around others for five additional days. Unless you are specifically instructed to do so by your physician or employer, you do not have to test negative in order to end isolation after this period. PCR tests can remain positive for a long time after illness due to remnants of the virus that are no longer infectious. The following information regarding oral treatment of mild to moderate COVID-19 is current as of February 2023: Oral Treatment of Mild to Moderate Illness
Treatment Options
MyChart Video Visits Available
We are offering virtual health visits for almost some of our specialty care areas. Please contact your provider to schedule your virtual health visit, or call (202) 677-MED3 (6333). It’s easy, convenient, and safe.