How to get PrEP in San Francisco, CA

Everything you need to know about PrEP cost, coverage, and access in San Francisco — including how to get PrEP for $0.

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Want to skip hours of research and waiting rooms? Let the expert team at Freddie handle everything, including checking your coverage, assessing whether PrEP is right for you, and delivering your prescription discreetly to your door.

Health assessment

Answer a few questions online to ensure PrEP is right for you, and set up a free consult with an expert Freddie clinician.

Simple lab tests

We’ll ship you a lab kit with routine tests you can complete at home. When you’re done, arrange a pickup or ship it back for free.

Free consult

Meet with a Freddie clinician over a scheduled video call to discuss your medical history and build your treatment plan.

Medication delivery

Your prescription(s) will be delivered discreetly to your door, for free. We’ll send you a reminder when it’s almost time to refill.

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Over 90% of Freddie patients pay $0 for PrEP

Answer a few quick questions to learn if PrEP is right for you and if you can get PrEP for free.

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Coverage and out-of-pocket cost depend on your plan and eligibility. Availability and services may vary by provider and location.

How much does PrEP cost in San Francisco, CA?

In California, the amount you pay for PrEP depends on your insurance coverage and whether you qualify for financial assistance. Many people can access PrEP with low or $0 out-of-pocket costs. California also operates the PrEP Assistance Program (PrEP-AP), which can help eligible residents cover PrEP medication, lab testing and related medical visits.

If you have private insurance in California, you can check your coverage through a Freddie consult — more than 90% of Freddie patients pay $0 for PrEP.

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Low-cost and $0 PrEP options in San Francisco

If you’re searching for “free PrEP” in San Francisco, the main factor is coverage, either through your insurance plan or through a financial assistance program (if you qualify). Many people can get PrEP with low or $0 out-of-pocket cost, but the fastest way to know is to confirm what applies to your situation.

If you have health insurance

Most health insurance plans in the US cover PrEP. PrEP is considered preventive care for HIV under the Affordable Care Act, and is often covered with zero out-of-pocket costs, even if you haven’t met your yearly deductible.

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If you don't have health insurance

San Francisco has local clinics that offer PrEP and can help uninsured patients access free or lower-cost care, medication assistance and testing.

Strut says care is provided regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Eligible Californians can also use PrEP-AP to help cover PrEP medication, testing and medical visits.

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San Francisco PrEP FAQs

Where can I get PrEP in San Francisco?

San Francisco residents can get PrEP through telehealth providers, public health clinics and community sexual health providers.

Strut offers PrEP care, lab testing, prescriptions and benefits navigation at 470 Castro Street. SF City Clinic is another local public sexual health option for PrEP and related services.

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Where can I get HIV and STI testing in San Francisco?

Strut provides confidential HIV and STI testing at 470 Castro Street San Francisco, CA 94114, alongside PrEP and PEP services.

San Francisco also has public sexual health testing through SF City Clinic.

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Can I get PrEP online in San Francisco?

Yes. San Francisco residents can access PrEP through licensed telehealth providers.

With Freddie, your consultation and prescription process can be handled remotely, and required testing can be coordinated as part of your care.

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Can I get PrEP discreetly in San Francisco?

Yes. San Francisco residents can access PrEP through telehealth without making routine trips to a local clinic, and Freddie provides discreet medication delivery.

If you're concerned about insurance statements, medication delivery or keeping your PrEP use private, learn more about how to get PrEP discreetly.

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