How to Get PrEP for Free in St. Petersburg in 2026
Pinellas County is an EHE priority jurisdiction with HIV prevalence concentrated in St. Petersburg. Metro Inclusive Health serves the Tampa Bay region with comprehensive LGBTQ+ health services. Here's every pathway to $0 PrEP in St. Petersburg.
TL;DR
Free PrEP in St. Petersburg: Florida Medicaid covers PrEP as preventive service; MISTR telehealth (free statewide, no clinic visit); and Gilead Advancing Access (free medication for uninsured, ≤500% FPL). See our Florida PrEP guide for complete state-level details.
Pathways to free PrEP in St. Petersburg
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 myflorida.com/accessflorida or call 1-866-762-2237.
Florida does not operate a state PrEP-DAP. Apply for Gilead Advancing Access for free Descovy or Yeztugo if you earn under 500% FPL. Call 1-800-226-2056.
Free PrEP delivered to your St. Petersburg address — consultation, labs, and medication at $0. No clinic visit required.
Get free PrEP delivered anywhere in St. Petersburg
MISTR operates across all of Florida — PrEP delivered to your St. Petersburg 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.
St. Petersburg-area providers to know
Metro Inclusive Health — St. Petersburg
PrEP, HIV care, STI testing, behavioral health, and gender-affirming care. St. Pete location serves Pinellas County. Sliding-scale fees. metrotampabay.org
Pinellas County Health Department — STD Clinic
Free and low-cost STI/HIV testing and PrEP referrals. pinellas.floridahealth.gov
AHF Healthcare Center — St. Petersburg
Free HIV testing and PrEP regardless of ability to pay.
Empath Health
HIV care, prevention services, and community support in the Tampa Bay area. empathhealth.org
Skip the clinic wait — get PrEP delivered in St. Petersburg
MISTR ships free PrEP to St. Petersburg 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
St. Petersburg residents benefit from Florida's broader PrEP infrastructure. For state-level programs, eligibility details, and additional providers, see our Florida PrEP guide or the complete state-by-state directory.
Special populations in St. Petersburg
If you're undocumented: 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 St. Petersburg offer trans-affirming PrEP care. See our Florida guide for specific trans-affirming providers.
Not sure which St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg without insurance?
Yes. MISTR provides free telehealth PrEP delivered to any St. Petersburg address. Gilead Advancing Access provides free medication for uninsured patients under 500% FPL. Local FQHCs serve patients on sliding-scale fees.
Does Florida Medicaid cover PrEP?
Yes. Florida Medicaid covers PrEP as a preventive service. Enroll at myflorida.com/accessflorida or call 1-866-762-2237.
Does MISTR work in St. Petersburg?
Yes. MISTR operates statewide in Florida and delivers to any St. Petersburg-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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