Free Coronavirus Testing Continues In D.C. As Cases Near 10K

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the total number of confirmed coronavirus cases creep toward 10,000, free testing is being offered at firehouses across D.C. Free walk-up testing for the coronavirus will continue from 4-8 p.m. on Sunday and Monday at D.C. firehouses.

What Do I Need to Do? What Should I Bring?

Do I need to make an appointment?

For walk-up testing: No, there is no appointment or doctor's note needed for walk-up testing at the Judiciary Square, Anacostia, UDC-CC sites, or Fire Station sites. Walk-up testing schedule is available above.

For drive-thru testing: Yes, an appointment is required for drive-thru testing at the Anacostia and UDC-CC Bertie Backus sites and must be scheduled through the Testing Triage Call Center by calling 1-855-363-0333. The Testing Triage Call Center hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. A call center evaluation will include individuals answering pre-screening questions regarding their symptoms and history of exposure. There is no on-site registration for drive-thru tests at Anacostia or UDC-CC Bertie Backus Campus.

What will an individual need to bring to the test site?

• An individual with an appointment must bring the following:
  • The testing confirmation email from DC Health, via electronic (i.e., on their phone or a device) or printed copy AND,
  • A valid, government-issued photo ID showing proof of residency in the District of Columbia.
  • If an individual does not have a valid District of Columbia government-issued ID, they must bring any government issued ID with a bill (e.g., utility, cell phone, lease, bank statement, etc.) marked to their current address.
• First responders and healthcare workers who work in the District of Columbia will be asked to provide proof of employment (e.g., badge).

What is the process for COVID-19 testing?

You will receive a nasal swab. During this test you may feel some discomfort, including nose irritation or minor bleeding. All are normal.

When will my results be ready?

After testing, an individual will learn results within 3-5 days. After the test, the individual will receive a letter with the information on how to receive your results.

The District’s reported data for Saturday includes 58 new positive coronavirus cases from Friday, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 9,767. The District also reported four additional COVID-19 related deaths:

• 55-year-old female
• 78-year-old female
• 78-year-old male
• 91-year-old male

In total, 515 District residents have died due to the coronavirus.

The District has experienced 10 days of sustained decrease in community spread of COVID-19 during Phase One:

Below is the District’s aggregated total of positive COVID-19 cases, sorted by neighborhood of residence:

The D.C. Government urges the public to stay home except if you need:

• Essential healthcare
• Essential food
• Essential supplies
• Go to your essential job

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