The DOH anticipates that an additional 120,000 households will now be able to order tests. Tests are expected to arrive within a few days of the order being placed.
“We are thrilled to be able to open the portal for the second time this month to increase access to these tests statewide,” said Umair A. Shah, MD, MPH, secretary of health. “We thank our partners at Care Evolution and Amazon for their support in making this happen.”
DOH anticipates that an additional 120,000 households will now be able to order tests. Tests are expected to arrive within a few days of the order being placed. Recipients will be able to order tests while supplies last. After tests are no longer available, the portal will close until more supplies are available.Order a free testing kit from the federal program atIf you have health insurance, most insurers will now directly cover or pay you back for up to
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