How to Get PrEP for Free in Inland Empire in 2026
Riverside and San Bernardino Counties are both EHE priority jurisdictions. The Inland Empire has a growing but underserved HIV prevention landscape, with Desert AIDS Project and Borrego Health as key providers. Here's every pathway to $0 PrEP in Inland Empire.
TL;DR
Free PrEP in Inland Empire: OA-HIPP / PrEP-AP (state program); Medi-Cal covers PrEP as preventive service; MISTR telehealth (free statewide, no clinic visit); and Gilead Advancing Access (free medication for uninsured, ≤500% FPL). See our California PrEP guide for complete state-level details.
Pathways to free PrEP in Inland Empire
PrEP is covered at $0 under the ACA — medication, labs, and visits. Use the Gilead Co-Pay Coupon (1-877-505-6986) for any remaining costs.
PrEP is covered as a preventive service. Enroll at coveredca.com or call 1-800-300-1506.
California's PrEP-AP covers medication, labs, and clinical visits for uninsured and underinsured residents at ≤500% FPL.
Free PrEP delivered to your Inland Empire address — consultation, labs, and medication at $0. No clinic visit required.
Get free PrEP delivered anywhere in Inland Empire
MISTR operates across all of California — PrEP delivered to your Inland Empire address with no clinic visit required. Free consultation, free labs (at-home or local), and discreet home delivery.
Start free consultation →Using this code at signup helps us achieve our mission of getting free PrEP out to all who need it. MISTR's $0 PrEP is funded through insurance reimbursement and 340B program partnerships — you pay nothing whether you have insurance or not.
Inland Empire-area providers to know
DAP Health (Desert AIDS Project)
Comprehensive PrEP, HIV care, primary care, and behavioral health. Main campus in Palm Springs with satellite locations. Sliding-scale fees. daphealth.org
Borrego Health
Multiple Inland Empire locations. Primary care including PrEP services. Sliding-scale fees for uninsured patients. borregohealth.org
Riverside County Department of Public Health — STD Clinic
Free and low-cost STI/HIV testing and PrEP referrals.
San Bernardino County Department of Public Health — STD Clinic
Free and low-cost STI/HIV testing and PrEP referrals.
Skip the clinic wait — get PrEP delivered in Inland Empire
MISTR ships free PrEP to Inland Empire addresses in 3–5 days. Great option if you want privacy or can't fit a clinic visit into your schedule.
Get started with MISTR →Using this code at signup helps us achieve our mission of getting free PrEP out to all who need it.
State-level programs and links
Inland Empire residents benefit from California's broader PrEP infrastructure. For state-level programs, eligibility details, and additional providers, see our California PrEP guide or the complete state-by-state directory.
Pharmacist PrEP prescribing: California allows trained pharmacists to directly prescribe oral PrEP. Ask your local pharmacy if they participate.
Special populations in Inland Empire
If you're undocumented: OA-HIPP / PrEP-AP may serve undocumented residents — check eligibility. FQHCs serve patients regardless of immigration status. Gilead Advancing Access does not require SSN. MISTR is available without documentation.
If you're transgender: Community health centers and LGBTQ+ providers in Inland Empire offer trans-affirming PrEP care. See our California guide for specific trans-affirming providers.
Not sure which Inland Empire option is right for you?
A free MISTR consultation can help you decide. If telehealth works, MISTR handles everything. If you need in-person care, they can direct you to the right Inland Empire provider.
Get started with MISTR →Using this code at signup helps us achieve our mission of getting free PrEP out to all who need it.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get free PrEP in Inland Empire without insurance?
Yes. MISTR provides free telehealth PrEP delivered to any Inland Empire address. OA-HIPP / PrEP-AP covers PrEP costs for eligible residents. Gilead Advancing Access provides free medication for uninsured patients under 500% FPL. Local FQHCs serve patients on sliding-scale fees.
Does Medi-Cal cover PrEP?
Yes. Medi-Cal covers PrEP as a preventive service. Enroll at coveredca.com or call 1-800-300-1506.
Does MISTR work in Inland Empire?
Yes. MISTR operates statewide in California and delivers to any Inland Empire-area address. Free consultation, at-home or local labs, and discreet medication delivery.
Related guides
Information sourced from state and county health departments, CDC, NASTAD, AIDSVu, and verified provider websites. Last updated April 22, 2026.
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