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HepCMyWay makes getting tested and treated for Hep C in Columbus simple, private, and built around your life. No waiting rooms, no uncomfortable conversations, just straightforward care that comes to you.
There are millions of Americans living with Hep C right now who either don't know they have it or feel like treatment is too complicated or too expensive to pursue. HepCMyWay was created specifically for those people. Powered by Central Outreach Wellness Center, a community health organization with a long track record of stigma-free, patient-centered care, we offer a fully virtual Hep C treatment experience that removes as many barriers as possible.
Our Columbus office is located just off Broad Street and easily accessible from I-270. We’re close to the Columbus Museum of Art, Franklin University, and Columbus State Community College, and just south of The Ohio State University. Whether you're coming in from Hilltop, Westgate, Franklinton, Downtown Columbus, or anywhere else in the area, we're easy to find. And if you'd rather not come in at all, you don't have to. Everything, from your consultation to your medication delivery, can happen without you ever leaving home.
Fill Out Our Online Form
Visit our website and fill out a short form to get started. It only takes a few minutes, and there's no commitment required. If you'd rather talk to someone before filling anything out, just give us a call and we'll answer any questions you have.
Take a rapid hepatitis c test
All it takes is one small drop of blood and about 20 minutes to get your results. If your test comes back positive, we'll get to work on a personalized treatment plan for you right away.
Receive Medication In THE MAIL
Once your provider has gone over your labs and confirmed your treatment plan, your medication will be shipped directly to your Columbus address in plain, discreet packaging. There's no trip to the pharmacy and no extra steps.
Anyone can get Hep C, but certain things can raise your risk. The virus spreads through contact with infected blood, so people who have shared needles, had a blood transfusion before 1992, or received medical care in a setting where equipment wasn't properly sterilized are at higher risk. People born between 1945 and 1965 are also encouraged to get tested, since Hep C rates are significantly higher in that generation. The important thing to remember is that having Hep C doesn't say anything about who you are. It's a virus, like any other, and it's curable. HepCMyWay is here to help Columbus residents get tested and get treated, without any judgment.
Treatment for Hep C today is a lot simpler than most people expect. It usually involves taking one pill a day for about 8 to 12 weeks, depending on which medication your provider recommends for you. These medications are called direct-acting antivirals, and they work by blocking the Hep C virus from reproducing in your body until it's gone. Most people tolerate them well and don't experience serious side effects. At HepCMyWay, your provider will go over your health history and choose the right option for your specific situation.
Yes, it's possible to get Hep C again after a successful treatment, which is why understanding how the virus spreads is an important part of your care. Treatment clears the virus from your body, but it doesn't create immunity the way a vaccine would. If you're exposed to infected blood again after treatment, you can become reinfected. Your HepCMyWay provider can talk with you about how to reduce your risk going forward so you can protect the progress you've made.
Getting started with HepCMyWay is as easy as filling out our online form or giving us a call. From there, everything happens on your schedule. You'll connect with a real provider virtually, and once your treatment plan is in place, your medication will come straight to your door. We're looking forward to being part of your journey!