Our Services
Howard County Health Department provides Sexual and Reproductive Health Services to Howard County women, men and teens and LGBTQIA+ communities. At our clinics there is no residency requirement, no one is turned away because of ability to pay, services are confidential, and there is no need for parental consent, regardless of age.
We have both onsite and telehealth services available and we always accept new patients. Call us for more information: 410-313-7500.
Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic Locations
| Day | In-Person Clinics | Telehealth Services |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Call for availability |
| Tuesday | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Call for availability |
| Wednesday | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Call for availability |
| Thursday | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Call for availability |
| Friday | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Call for availability |
Location: 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045. Instructions for getting to the Health Department using public transportation.
Call 410-313-7500 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins/call-ins always accepted when a provider is available. (Se habla español.)
We see uninsured or underinsured clients. Payments for services are based on a sliding fee
| Day | Time | Services Offered During Fall/Spring Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
STI testing and treatment, HPV vaccine, contraceptive counseling, same-day birth control starts, PAP smears, breast exams, pregnancy test, rapid HIV testing, emergency contraception. PrEP Click here to schedule an appointment online. |
| Tuesday | 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | STI testing and treatment, HPV vaccine, contraceptive counseling, same-day birth control starts, PAP smears, breast exams, pregnancy test, rapid HIV testing, emergency contraception. PrEP Click here to schedule an appointment online. |
| Wednesday | 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | STI testing and treatment, HPV vaccine, contraceptive counseling, pregnancy test, rapid HIV testing, emergency contraception. Click here to schedule an appointment online. |
Location: The Wellness Center at Howard Community College (James Clark Jr. Library Hall)
Address: 10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia, MD 21044
Available to all individuals working or taking classes at HCC. Call 410-313-7500 for any questions about eligibility for services.
Walk-ins and appointments available. Commercial and private insurance are accepted and we also accept self-pay and fee scale payments. STI Services for those 18 and under are completely free. No one will be turned away for inability to pay.
Health Clinic Information
- Reproductive (Sexual) Health Education for Men and Women
- Pre-conceptual (pre-pregnancy) Health Counseling
- Gynecological Exams
- Birth Control Choices: Oral Contraceptives, Depo-Provera, Paragard IUD, Mirena IUD, Nexplanon and additional birth control choices available by prescription
- Watch this short video to hear young people share their experiences with different birth control methods, including IUDs, the implant, shot, pill, ring, patch, condoms, and emergency contraception.
- Free Condom Program
- Pregnancy Testing
- Emergency Contraception - (Walk-in or appointment Monday-Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm - Visit includes counseling with a nurse, pregnancy test and Emergency Contraception, all performed in office)
- Breast Examinations and Mammogram Referrals
- Pap Screening and Colposcopy Services
- HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Vaccine - Ages 11-26
- Smoking Cessation (Quitting) Classes
- Sexually Transmitted Infections
- HIV/AIDS
- Expedited Partner Therapy
Telehealth services are available through our reproductive health program by appointment only. Don't have an appointment? Call for a same day appointment, when a provider is available. Use your own smart phone or computer to have a visit with our clinicians without having to leave home! (Don’t have a smart phone? If you have medical assistance, you may be eligible for a free smart phone and data plan.)
Schedule a telehealth appointment if you are interested in:
- Speaking to a provider about STI testing, STI test results, or STI treatment options.
- Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention.
- Getting started on birth control or changing your birth control method.
- Planning a pregnancy within the next year.
Call us 410-313-7500 to learn more and schedule an appointment.
Funded by OPA/OASH/HHS
We provide testing and/or treatment for:
STI testing is Monday through Friday by appointment only.
Call our office at 410-313-7500.
For additional information, visit the Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Program webage.
We provide ANONYMOUS and CONFIDENTIAL HIV/AIDS testing.
Testing is free and occurs every Friday (9:30am-3:00pm), appointments preferred, but walk-ins are welcome
Call us at 410-313-1412 to make an appointment.
Visit the HIV/AIDS webpage for more information.
PrEP can reduce your risk of HIV infection from sex by 99% .
Telehealth FAQs
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) screening and education
- Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention
- Birth Control method starts, changes, and counseling
- Pre-conception counseling (for those planning a pregnancy within the next year)
- A charged smartphone or internet enabled device with working sound and video
- A secure, reliable internet connection
- The appointment link texted to you by the Health Department
- A quiet, private space where you feel comfortable discussing your sexual history
- Optional: Any at-home monitoring supplies for tracking heart rate, blood pressure, or weight (e.g. Smartwatch/FitBit, personal BP cuff, scale) available and ready to use
- If you are a current or previous Howard County Health Department Family Planning, STI, or PrEP patient, you are eligible for Telehealth.
- New patients may also be eligible! Call us at 410-313-7500 for more information.
- If you are insured, telehealth visits may be covered by your insurance.
- For those who are uninsured or who have questions about their coverage, call us at 410-313- 7500 and we will review your options, as well as give you a Good Faith Estimate for the potential cost of services.
Call us at 410-313-7500 to schedule an appointment. Same day visits are often available!
- 10 minutes before your appointment time, click the link you received from the Health Department to join the meeting. This will take you to the ‘Check-In’ screen.
- Type your First and Last Name and Click ‘Check-In.’
- Click ‘Enable Camera’ and then ‘Allow’ when prompted to give Doxy.me access to your Microphone and Camera. After this you will be brought in to your provider’s waiting room.
- When the provider starts your visit, you will be notified that the visit is beginning and he or she will automatically appear on your screen.
- If a provider does not join your appointment within 15 minutes of your appointment time, please call 410-313-7500 for assistance.
During the visit the provider will:
- Review your medical history, including symptoms, new or chronic health conditions, allergies, and any medications you currently are taking
- Conduct a virtual exam
- Provide diagnosis and treatment recommendations, as well as any pertinent health education
- Place orders for any needed follow-up testing and/or electronically send any prescriptions to your preferred pharmacy
We are committed to providing you the same high-quality, patient-centered care you’d receive at an in-office visit!
- Make sure the browser you are using (e.g. Chrome, Safari, Firefox) is updated to the newest version.
- If you are having trouble connecting your video or audio, check the camera and microphone settings on your device.
- If you are having trouble staying connected to your at-home Wi-Fi, try disconnecting other devices from your network. Also, make sure that you are in range of your Wi-Fi signal meter. Walls and furniture can block Wi-Fi and disrupt your connection.
- If you are having trouble staying connected to Wi-Fi on your mobile device, try turning off your Wi-Fi and using your cellular data instead.
- If you are still having trouble connecting, call the clinic Front Desk at 410-313-7500 for assistance.
During your telehealth visit, the provider will let you know if an in-person follow-up appointment is recommended. After your telehealth visit, a staff member will reach out to you to schedule your in-person appointment. If you have not received a call within 1 business day or if you’d like to schedule your appointment sooner, please call our clinic Front Desk at 410-313-7500.
Same day appointments for follow-up testing or treatment are often available!
- Call the clinic Front Desk at 410-313-7500 to check whether a telehealth or in-person appointment is best for your changing situation.
- If you feel that you are in distress and need immediate medical care, please dial 911 or go to the closest emergency department.
- Yes! We have access to medically trained audio interpreters in 200+ languages. Interpreters can join the call within minutes to provide confidential and linguistically appropriate services to ensure that you can fully participate in your care.
- It depends. You do not have to be at home, but you must be in the state of Maryland during your telehealth visit.