MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsinites can now get free, at-home COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their homes.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has launched an online program, Say Yes! COVID Test. People can visit the site to place an order for a package of five rapid antigen COVID-19 tests at no cost.

Initial supplies will allow each household to order one package that will arrive in one to two weeks.

“It is critical for Wisconsinites to have access to a COVID-19 test when they need one, and this program delivers tests right to their door,” DHS Secretary-designee Karen Timberlake said. “We encourage all Wisconsin households to have COVID-19 self-tests on hand to protect themselves and those around them.”

Taking a COVID-19 self-test provides results within minutes. This allows people to make decisions that will keep those around them safe.

In addition to the new program, Wisconsinites can get access to COVID-19 tests by:

• Purchasing self-tests through pharmacies, retail outlets, or online. Self-tests are widely available at pharmacies and other retail stores across the state

• Using health insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare plans to cover the cost of self-tests. Private insurers and some Medicare plans continue to cover the cost of eight rapid COVID-19 tests per member each month. Members of BadgerCare Plus and most Wisconsin Medicaid programs can also receive COVID-19 tests from Medicaid-enrolled pharmacies using their ForwardHealth ID card

• Visiting a free local community testing site. There are currently over 500 community testing sites across the state

• Contacting a health care provider. Your local or tribal health department, primary health care provider, or community health center can help find a test near you

The Say Yes! COVID Test program is funded in part through the American Rescue Plan and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention funds.

For free, confidential support placing an order for a test package, or finding nearby health care resources, dial 211.