Kuna Phone: 208-922-4400    Fax: 208-922-4499                Melba Phone: 208-495-9809  Fax: 208-495-9068

Covid-19 testing

WE are now able to run COVID-19 diagnostic tests. We are currently offering this service on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM at our Kuna Location
THIS SERVICE IS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, PLEASE CALL THE PHARMACY TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT!

What you need to bring

First you need to schedule an appointment by calling the pharmacy. Next You will need to bring your Drivers License, Insurance Card, and a filled out copy of the document below. It is important to have these with you when you arrive for your COVID-19 test. If you are unable to access this form, or do not have a printer you can call the pharmacy at 208-922-4400 and fill out the form over the phone.

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Postive Test Result

What does it mean if I have a positive test result? If you have a positive test result, it is very likely that you have COVID-19. It is highly recommended that you stay in isolation to avoid spreading the virus to others.

The CDC recommends that you stay home until the following occurs:
  • You have had no fever for at least 72 hours (that is three full days of no fever without the use of medicine that reduces fevers)
  • Other symptoms have improved (for example, when your cough or shortness of breath has improved)
  • At least 10 days have passed since your symptoms first appeared
If you have tested positive and you notice symptoms of: Fainting, trouble breathing, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, confusion or changes in mental status, or lips or face turning blue then it is recommended that you seek immediate medical attention. 

Asymptomatic Testing

For patients who are not currently experiencing symptoms or are worried about being exposed to someone who has tested positive. A nasal swab sample will be collected and shipped to an off-site lab that can conduct a PCR test. This test is covered by most insurances. 

Symptomatic Testing

For patients that are experiencing symptoms a rapid antigen test can be preformed. This typically takes 15 minutes to run after being collected. If the test comes back negative a second nasal swab will be conducted and the sample will be sent to an off-site lab that can conduct a PCR test. ​​This second test is covered by most insurances. ​

Procedure

For testing purposes we would prefer that you come to the pharmacy and stay in your car in the parking lot while your test sample is collected and processed. A pharmacist will help you determine what kind of tests should be conducted. The test requires a nasal swab. If the BD Veritor antigen test gets a negative result, we will preform a second nasal swab that will be sent to a third party laboratory.