CHA Opens Coronavirus Testing Center In Malden

MALDEN, MA — Cambridge Health Alliance has opened a coronavirus testing center at the CHA Malden Care Center. Starting Wednesday, April 29, Malden and Everett residents ages 8 and older, may get tested for the coronavirus, regardless of insurance or immigration status.

Patients must call to set up an appointment using a new hotline number at 617-665-2928.

"Providing a stand-alone testing location in Malden supports multiple public health goals: increased ease of testing, limiting risk of incidental infection and preserving hospital resources for the sickest patients," Assaad Sayah, MD, CEO of Cambridge Health Alliance, said in a statement. "We appreciate the support of Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Malden Mayor Gary Christenson during this crisis and look forward to working with them to prevent the spread of this virus."

Results will be available in five days after people are tested. Each city's Department of Public Health will contact people with the results.

• Malden residents will receive a call from the Malden Health Department with results. Call 781-397-7052 with any questions.

• Everett residents will receive a call from the Everett Health Department with results. Call 617-394-2257 with any questions.

Below is key information about the service:

• Appointments are required. Everett and Malden residents should call 617-665-2928 to get an appointment. The Call Center is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• CHA patients with symptoms should call their primary care provider to schedule a test referral.
• Testing is provided Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Testing is available both as a drive-thru service and for bicyclists and people who arrive on foot.
• Testing will be conducted in a tent located at the CHA Malden Care Center (195 Canal Street).
• There is no charge. People will be asked for insurance information, but it is not required.
• Results will be available within five days after people are tested.