All residents in Contra Costa County can find out whether they are carrying the coronavirus, and they don’t need to show symptoms or insurance to receive it.
Health officials in the county announced Thursday that every one of its residents can visit one of nine sites throughout the county and be tested for COVID-19. They said they will discuss the situation more at a news conference Thursday afternoon.
County officials are operating drive-thru testing sites in Antioch, Concord, Martinez, Pittsburg, San Pablo and San Ramon. All testing is done in the car at these sites.
State officials are overseeing three walk-thru sites in Brentwood, Pinole and Walnut Creek.
Health officials said there will be no up-front cost to be tested, and that residents do not need medical insurance to receive a test. Those with health insurance will be billed for the test, officials said.
The county has been testing about 300 to 400 people daily, but health officials said they hope that total increases to 1,500 or 2,000 per day in the days ahead.
All patients must make an appointment by calling 1-844-421-0804.
Check back for updates.
