PEP & PrEP in Franklin County
HIV Prevention on Your Terms in Columbus, OH
PrEP2Me makes it simple for Columbus residents to access PrEP. Take care of everything online, get your test kit by mail, and start your HIV prevention prescription without a single waiting room visit.
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Accessible, Affirming PrEP Care for the Columbus Area
Columbus is a big, diverse city, and PrEP2Me is here to serve all of it. Powered by Central Outreach Wellness Center, a Pittsburgh-based LGBTQ health organization with years of experience providing compassionate, inclusive HIV prevention care, we offer a fully online PrEP experience that's built around your comfort and your schedule. Whether you're new to PrEP or looking to restart a prescription, we make the process straightforward from start to finish.
Our Columbus office is located off Broad Street and accessible from I-270, near the Columbus Museum of Art, Franklin University, Columbus State Community College, and just south of The Ohio State University. Whether you're coming in from Hilltop, Westgate, Franklinton, Downtown Columbus, or anywhere else nearby, we're easy to get to. And if you'd rather not come in at all, everything can happen virtually, from your first appointment to your last refill.
Making HIV Prevention Smooth and Simple
Four Easy Steps to PrEP in Columbus, OH
Fill Out Our Online Form
Visit our website and spend a few minutes filling out our simple, patient-friendly form. Keep your driver's license nearby, and call us if you'd like to talk to someone before you begin.
Schedule Your Appointment
Once your form is submitted, we'll follow up to get your first telePrEP appointment on the books as soon as possible. Your appointment will be conducted over video or phone at a time that's convenient for you.
Send Your At-Home Test
We'll mail you a self-collect oral HIV swab kit so you can test yourself at home. The test is pain-free and takes five minutes or less.
Receive Medication
In 3-5 Days
Once your provider has reviewed your test results and confirmed your prescription, your PrEP medication will arrive at your Columbus address in plain, discreet packaging within 3-5 business days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the at-home HIV test work?
When you sign up with PrEP2Me, we'll send you a self-collect oral HIV swab kit right to your Columbus address. You'll swab the inside of your mouth, seal it up, and send it back. The whole process takes five minutes or less, and it's completely painless. Once your provider receives and reviews your results, they'll move forward with your PrEP prescription if everything looks good. If anything comes back that needs follow-up, we'll walk you through the next steps with full support.
What other tests do I need before starting PrEP?
Before starting PrEP, your provider will want to confirm that you're HIV-negative and check on a few other things, like your kidney function and whether you have any other STIs. This is all standard practice to make sure PrEP is the right fit for you and that you're starting from a healthy baseline. PrEP2Me makes this process as easy as possible by sending your testing materials directly to you and handling everything else virtually. You won't need to coordinate multiple appointments or visits.
Does PrEP2Me accept insurance for PrEP in Columbus, OH?
Yes, PrEP2Me accepts all major insurance plans. If you don't have insurance, that's not a dead end. There are several programs designed specifically to help people access PrEP at low or no cost, and our team can help you figure out what you might qualify for. HIV prevention is too important to let cost get in the way, and we'll do everything we can to help Columbus residents access the care they need.
How do I get started with PrEP near me?
Getting started with PrEP2Me is as easy as filling out our online form. After that, we handle the scheduling, the testing, and the prescription. Your medication will be at your door within days, and all of your follow-up appointments will happen virtually on your schedule. We can't wait to help you get started!