COVID-19 testing for kids at Dayton Children’s

 

As of July 1, 2023, a provider's order is necessary for a COVID-19 test. Check your insurance benefits before seeking a test to determine what the out-of-pocket cost may be. 

locations: 

• Any Dayton Children's lab location
• For additional testing locations please visit the Ohio Department of Health's testing center database

know before you go:

• A provider's order for the test is necessary.
• Bring your insurance information.

frequently asked questions:

Can I go to the emergency department or urgent care for a test?

Do not go to the emergency department (ED) or an urgent care location if you are only seeking a COVID-19 test. Consider one of these options instead. 

If you are experiencing an emergency or need urgent care, follow this link to see our emergency and urgent care locations. 

What is the cost of a COVID-19 test? 

With a physicians order, Dayton Children's will bill your insurance for the cost of a COVID-19 test. 

What should I do if I don't have a physician's order? 

If you do not have a physicians order for a test, you have two options: 

1. Call your child's doctor to request an appointment with them to receive a referral for a COVID test before coming to one of our testing locations

2. Schedule a video visit with Dayton Children's Kids Express before coming to  one of our testing locations

can adults get the test at Dayton Children's?
Yes, adults can also get the test.

how will results be delivered?

Results will be posted in MyChart/MyKidsChart, if the family has an active account, and sent to the primary care provider, if the family provides that information. The provider who ordered the test will also receive the results.

what should I do if the results are positive?

Please follow up with your primary care provider who can tell you how long you or your child will need to stay home. 

If your child does not have a primary care provider, you can schedule a video visit with Kids Express or call your county's health department for follow-up information. 

what should I do if the results are negative?

If the results are negative, it means the test did not find evidence of the virus in your child's system. 

what should I do if the symptoms worsen after a negative test?

If symptoms worsen, contact your primary care provider or go to the emergency department if immediate care is needed. 

If your child does not have a primary care provider, you can schedule a video visit with Kids Express.