Coronavirus Testing Site Opens On Martha's Vineyard

MARTHA'S VINEYARD, MA — Coronavirus testing will be available on the island at Martha's Vineyard High School Mondays through Saturdays by appointment only.

Appointments can be made between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. by calling 877-336-9855. A doctor's referral is not needed at this time. This test is for those without symptoms. Those experiencing coronavirus symptoms are advised to call their primary care physician or the triage unit at Martha's Vineyard Hospital at 508-684-4500.

Residents and visitors must be 18 years old or older to request a test. Those requesting a test should have the name of their insurance provider when requesting an appointment or a social security number if there is no insurance. Those without a social security number can still get tested. Those requesting an appointment should also include a phone number they can be called with results, and an email address.

At the appointment, those arriving should wear a mask, mobile phone and identification. No more than two people are allowed per vehicle per test.

The test is self-administered swab where those taking the test will remain in their car. Results will be given within 24 to 48 hours. Insurance companies are required to cover the cost of the test. No one will be turned away if they do not have insurance.

A phone call will be made to inform those taking the test of the results. In the result of a positive test, a contact tracer will be in touch to find out who has been in contact with the person testing positive so they can be warned. Close contacts then should go for their own test as soon as possible.

The person calling with the results will be available to answer questions whether the test is positive or negative.