If you have questions about Johnson County’s public health recommendations, email [email protected] .

If you have virus-related questions, call the Johnson County Community COVID-19 Hotline. Staffed by public health professionals. 913-715-CV19 (2819) 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday

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913-477-8361 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday

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Due to decreased availability and demand, the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment will discontinue distributing free at-home COVID-19 tests on Friday, Sept. 30.

In need of a COVID-19 test in Johnson County? The Johnson County Department of Health and Environment offers free at-home rapid (antigen) COVID-19 tests from its Olathe office, while supplies last.

One test will be provided for every member of your household. In addition to the rapid tests, free PCR saliva tests will be available upon request, while supplies last. No appointment or photo identification is needed, and proof of residency is not required.

Test kit distribution is part of our overall strategy to control the spread of COVID-19 in Johnson County. Testing is recommended if you’ve been exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19 or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.

You can pick up your free at-home test kits at JCDHE’s Olathe office, 11875 S. Sunset Drive. The kits are available via drive-thru only on the south side of the building.

The drive-thru is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. No appointment is needed. Please wait inside your vehicle for a JCDHE staff member to bring you a test.

Instructions for picking up your at-home test kit:

Rapid (Antigen) Test Kit Instructions

Rapid tests are self-administered, and results are available within 15 minutes. There are two tests per kit. Please follow the instructions as listed on the kit. You can also find online instructions in 12 different languages.

PCR (Saliva) Test Kit Instructions

PCR saliva tests are self-administered. They require the individual to complete an online registration form with a local lab and mail or drop-off (at the lab) the saliva sample within 24 hours of collection. The lab provides test results directly to the individual via email within 48 hours of receiving the sample.

Free at-home test kits are also available for vulnerable communities.

For other testing locations in the area go to:

You can also contact a health care provider or pharmacy for their testing schedule.

JCDHE will provide one test kit for every person in the household, subject to availability.

Third parties, including state and local governments, may have specific requirements regarding the type of test results that are acceptable to them in connection with certain activities, such as travel. These requirements may change from time to time. Individuals who may need to use test results to satisfy third-party requirements are advised to inquire with such third parties in advance regarding such requirements.

Your kit includes a transport bag and a pre-labeled Clinical Reference Laboratory transport box. Package your sample as instructed and drop it off at any FedEx Ship Location. Or you can request that your sample be picked up by scheduling a time with FedEx. In the United States, call FedEx at 1-800-463-3339 for pickup. Specify you have a prepaid shipment for overnight delivery.

Note: Saliva samples must be shipped within 24 hours of collection.

If you live in the Kansas City Metro area, samples can be dropped off at Clinical Reference Laboratory in Lenexa, KS. Click here for map and additional information.

*The cycle threshold for these tests is determined by the manufacturers of the FDA approved testing platforms, not JCDHE or KDHE.

111 S. Cherry St., Olathe, KS 66061