How To Get a Free HIV Test at Community

According to HIV.gov, one in eight people living with HIV don’t know they have it. If you need free HIV testing, Community Health Network is here to support you.

Testing is available at our family medicine practice in Fishers, Indiana, or we can arrange for a testing specialist to meet you at any Community hospital location in Indianapolis. Here’s what you can expect before, during and after your test.

Who Can Get HIV?

As of August 2026, HIV.gov reports that 1.2 million people in the U.S. are living with HIV. Anyone can get HIV, but certain groups may experience higher risks.

For example, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), of the 31,800 estimated new HIV infections in the U.S. in 2022, 67% were among men who reported male-to-male sexual contact. By age group, people aged 13 to 24 accounted for 20% of estimated new HIV infections.

In addition, certain minorities are disproportionally impacted by HIV. CDC data shows that Black/African American individuals accounted for 37% of estimated new HIV infections in 2022, even though they make up 12% of the U.S. population. Similarly, Hispanic/Latino individuals accounted for 33% of new HIV infections that same year, even though they make up 18% of the population.

Together, Black/African American people and Hispanic/Latino people made up more than half (70%) of estimated new HIV infections in 2022.

When Should I Get Tested?

You can test positive for HIV up to 10 years after exposure, even if you don’t have any symptoms. The CDC recommends that everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV at least once in their lifetime, and more often under certain circumstances, including:

• You’re a man or a transgender woman who has had sex with another man
• You’ve had anal or vaginal sex with someone who has HIV
• You’ve had more than one sex partner since your last HIV test
• You’ve shared needles, syringes or other drug injection equipment

How Can I Get Tested?

Free tests are available at Community Health Network for anyone 14 or over. You have multiple options for scheduling a test:

• Call 317-544-9956 to schedule an appointment at a Community location that works for you
• Visit our family medicine practice in Fishers — walk-in testing is available between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday 

What Happens When I Come In for a Test?

We’ll prick your finger to take a small drop of blood, and the results come back in less than a minute.

After your test, our testing team will help you develop a plan or schedule for future testing to help you maintain your health and peace of mind. We’ll also discuss preventive strategies to help you reduce your overall risk.

Will You Keep My Information Private?

Yes. Our care teams are here to keep you safe and healthy and support you without judgment. Anything you share during your visit is always kept confidential.

What if My HIV Test Is Negative?

We’ll ask you some questions to gauge your overall HIV risk. Topics may include safe sex practices, number of sexual partners, and needle use. We’ll use this information to discuss strategies for reducing your risk that fit your life, including follow-up testing. You’ll receive free condoms as well.

What if My HIV Test Is Positive?

Don’t panic. A lot of what you might know about HIV may be outdated or inaccurate. Here are some quick facts about HIV:

• It isn't a death sentence. With early diagnosis and consistent antiretroviral therapy (ART), people living with HIV can achieve a near-normal life expectancy of 70 to 80 years old, comparable to HIV-negative peers.
• It’s manageable. You will go on treatment and stay on treatment.
• Undetectable = untransmittable. At some point while you are taking ART, the HIV virus will become undetectable, meaning that they can’t find the virus or very little of it in your blood. As long as you remain undetectable, you cannot transmit HIV to anyone else.
• You can still live a normal life. People living with HIV can have a healthy sexual relationship with their partner and have children without risk of spreading the infection.

If your test comes back positive, the care team at Community will support you every step of the way. Here’s what you can expect:

1. We’ll confirm the results. The finger test is 99.6% accurate, but we’ll take a blood sample and send it to the lab for confirmation.
2. We’ll move fast. We’ll connect you with a medical case manager at no cost to you. You’ll have an appointment with your medical team within two weeks of diagnosis.
3. We’ll provide 24/7 support. Our outreach and testing specialist will be available round-the-clock through our on-call phone number — just text or call with questions.
4. We’ll test your partners for free, too.
5. We’ll take care of your mental health. As you manage your diagnosis, you may receive support from a Community mental health provider or referrals for support groups in central Indiana.

Schedule Your Free HIV Test at Community

Your HIV test is always free, and it’s always confidential.

To schedule your test, call 317-544-9956 or visit our family medicine practice in Fishers, Indiana.