Mary Ruth Duncan Women's Health Center – Waco, TX
1121 Ross Avenue, Suite B
PO Box 1518
Waco,
TX
76703
P: 254.759.5750 | F: 254.759.5765
Operated by: Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas Family Planning and Preventative Health Services
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Hours of Operation
| Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00am | 8:00am | 9:00am | 8:00am | 8:00am | -- | -- |
| Close | 6:30pm | 4:30pm | 4:30pm | 4:30pm | 4:30pm | -- | -- |
Languages
English; Spanish; Interpretation by telephone available for other languages.
Health Center Services and Information
Walk-in Services
- pregnancy tests
- EC (Emergency Contraception)
- to pick up birth control supplies
- birth control without an exam
- for established patients, gonorrhea and chlamydia testing
All other services require an appointment.
If you need emergency contraception (morning after pill), you can walk in any time the health center is open.
Holidays
Our health center is closed for the following holidays:
- New Year's Day
- Good Friday
- Easter
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
Appointment Information
Teen clinic is available: During all business hours.
Birth control refill pick ups are available During all business hours.
At this health center you can come in for appointments that do not require a medical exam. For example, birth control education and supplies; emergency contraception (morning after pill); pregnancy testing and counseling; STD testing; testing and treatment for urinary tract infections
Specially trained staff and medical equipment are available for people with physical disabilities.
We do not provide childcare services. We request that you please make childcare arrangements.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to check in and complete paperwork.
Other Health Center Information
For faster service when picking up birth control supplies, please call ahead 24 hours.
Payment Information
Medicaid accepted.
If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Please bring the following documents:
- birth certificate
- pay stub
- photo ID
- If your child is on Medicaid, please bring the child's Medicaid card. Social Security Card (if you have it) $30-$40 in case there is a fee for our services (this will depend on your income).
Fees for services are based on your household income.
Please bring proof of income when you arrive for your visit.
You will not be turned away because of your inability to pay.
We accept the following forms of payment:
- cash
- checks
- major credit/debit cards
- money orders
Payment is expected at time of service.
Donations are welcome at the time of your visit to help support our mission and continue the important work we do.
All information presented, including pricing and/or insurance information, is subject to change at any time. This information is presented for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute medical or legal advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.
©2013 Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas Family Planning and Preventative Health Services
STD Testing, Treatment & Vaccines in Waco, TX
Mary Ruth Duncan Women's Health Center offers the following services related to the testing and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs):
- STD testing, diagnosis and treatment, including:
- bacterial vaginosis (BV)
- chlamydia
- genital warts
- gonorrhea
- herpes
- HIV (testing and diagnosis only)
- syphilis
- trichomoniasis (trich)
- Other STD testing, diagnosis and treatment services are also available. Please ask our staff for more information.
- STD prevention, including:
- condoms
- female condoms
- dental dams
- HPV vaccine (Gardasil)
- STD/safer sex education
STD testing and treatment services are available:
- during all business hours on a walk-in basis
- during all business hours by appointment
Patients can walk in and get tested for gonorrhea and chlamydia (urine test) if they have no signs or symptoms.
Vaccines are available:
- during all business hours on a walk-in basis
Here’s what you need to know about STD testing and treatment at this health center:
We can test for gonorrhea and chlamydia using a urine sample. If this test shows an infection, then we will provide you with treatment and explain how your partner(s) can be treated.
For testing involving urine samples, including chlamydia and gonorrhea, do not urinate or engage in sexual intercourse for one hour before testing.
Many STD tests require a genital exam.
Counseling and anonymous (without your name) or confidential (private) testing for HIV are provided by trained staff who are sensitive to your needs and concerns.
Counseling and confidential (private) testing for STDs are provided by trained staff who are sensitive to your needs and concerns.
HIV and Syphilis: Testing and diagnosis only. Referrals for treatment provided as needed.
Children and adolescents younger than age 19 may qualify for the Vaccine for Children (VFC) program, which provides free vaccines. Other fees may apply.
Some vaccines are given in a series over the course of several months, which would require you to return to the health center to get the full benefit.
Prices and Payment Information
Please contact this health center for STD services pricing information.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Please bring the following documents:
- birth certificate
- pay stub
- photo ID
- If your child is on Medicaid, please bring the child's Medicaid card. Social Security Card (if you have it) $30-$40 in case there is a fee for our services (this will depend on your income).
Donations are welcome at the time of your visit to help support our mission and continue the important work we do.
All information presented, including pricing and/or insurance information, is subject to change at any time. This information is presented for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute medical or legal advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.
Our health center supports and welcomes clients regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or biological sex, including but not limited to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and intersex clients. All services are provided in a respectful and professional manner.
©2013 Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas Family Planning and Preventative Health Services
