PRINTABLE INSTRUCTIONS: 

• Obtaining COVID Test Results (bilingual version)
• Patient Portal Guide for Patients (English version)
• Patient Portal Guide for Patients (Spanish Version)

 

For your safety and privacy, Lawrence General cannot provide your COVID-19 test results over the phone if you initiate the phone call. Call 978-946-8409 if you need help with any of the methods outlined here in the Guide to Obtaining COVID Test Results. DO NOT CALL THE MEDIAL RECORDS OFFICE OR THE LABORATORY TO FIND OUT POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE RESULTS.

 

The Lawrence Community COVID-19 Testing Center can be reached at 978-946-8409. The fax number is 978-946-8488. This is the only place you can get results so please do not call Lawrence General Hospital or the hospital’s laboratory.

The 4-lane drive-through testing site is located in the MVRTA lot off Canal Street in Lawrence. For GPS directions, please use 70 General Street, Lawrence, MA and follow directional signage upon arrival. The site is open Monday - Saturday from 8 am – 4:30 pm and Sunday from 9 am - 1 pm. Holiday hours are limited to those receiving testing prior to a procedure at Lawrence General.

Drive-through (or walk-up for individuals without vehicles) is available to the public Monday – Friday, from 8 am – 4:30 pm. The testing line may be closed prior to 4:30 pm depending on length of the line and/or weather conditions.

The testing site is staffed and performs testing Monday-Friday 8am-4:30, Sat/Sun/Holidays 8am-1pm.  Due to high volume, long waits are expected and the line will be closed early to match the wait time so that all in line can be tested before closing.

Yes, non-Massachusetts residents can be tested through the Lawrence Community COVID-19 Testing Center, but they must first call 978-946-8409 to pre-register. Out-of-state residents are not eligible to be tested as part of Massachusetts’ free Stop the Spread testing initiative. Out-of-state residents who pre-register will need to have a doctor’s order faxed to the Call Center at 978-946-8488 and will need to provide their insurance information to the Registrar. They can also call 978-946-8409. Once pre-registration is complete they may arrive anytime at the drive-through testing site.  They will need to bring a photo ID and their insurance card.   

We suggest calling one’s insurance company for information on rates for symptomatic vs asymptomatic COVID-19 testing as these can vary depending on a person’s health insurance coverage/plan.
 

Parents/legal guardians may bring minors for COVID-19 testing, but the parent/legal guardian must bring a photo ID.  If a child/minor is brought for testing by someone who is not their legal guardian, they must supply a letter signed by the parent/legal guardian authorizing them to bring the child/minor.  

Download and print a sample letter that can be filled out here.

No appointment or pre-registration is needed for residents of Massachusetts under the “Stop the Spread” testing provided by the state of Massachusetts. Testing also comes at no cost for asymptomatic individuals. Pre-registration and an appointment is required for those coming from out-of-state and for pre-surgical/pre-procedure testing.  

Please bring a valid form of photo ID if you have one. Children under 18 who are being tested must be brought by a parent or guardian with a photo ID. If you do not have some form of ID, please notify the testing center staff and a manager will assist you.

Lawrence General Hospital is currently using a nasal swab. It is not as deep as previous tests and is generally not painful. In fact, most people describe the swab as a tickle that makes their eyes water but does not hurt. It only lasts a couple of seconds in each nostril.

The testing site is primarily a drive-through site.  If arriving with a vehicle, the driver and all passengers must remain in the car for the entirety of the visit.  Lawrence residents only who arrive via public transportation or by walking will be tested without a vehicle by walking up to the check-in tent. 
 

Currently, Massachusetts is offering free testing without a physician order for asymptomatic Massachusetts residents. Individuals coming for testing from out of state or for pre-surgical/pre-procedure testing require a physician order.

Massachusetts is currently offering free testing for asymptomatic residents of Massachusetts (no symptoms). Individuals with symptoms, or individuals that have been in close contact to someone with COVID-19, will have testing fully covered by their insurance company (without co-pays or deductibles). Asymptomatic individuals coming from out of state will have the test billed to their insurance company - check with your insurance provider regarding coverage for asymptomatic testing.

Lawrence Community COVID-19 Testing Center and mobile unit locations will test anyone regardless of immigration status or insurance coverage. Bring your ID of any kind if you have one. If you do not have any form of ID, you will still be able to be tested. Our priority is to test everyone to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community.