Clearway Testing at Hunter Health: What the TCE Screening Includes

Hunter Health sits at 527 N. Grove, about as close to the center of the 29th and Grove community as any clinic can be. For many residents of NE Wichita, it is the nearest option, and for some it is within walking distance.

As one of five Clearway Testing partners, Hunter Health offers free screenings to anyone connected to the area. You can reach the clinic at 316-262-2415, and testing is free through December 31, 2026, with no insurance required. This guide focuses on what the screening actually checks and why the location matters.

The Essentials

Here is what you need to know at a glance:

• Phone: 316-262-2415
• Address: 527 N. Grove St., Wichita, KS 67214 (Central Clinic)
• Testing hours: Mon–Fri, 9am–3pm
• Appointments: Required. No walk-ins for Clearway Testing. Call and mention “TCE testing” or “groundwater contamination testing.”
• Website: https://hunterhealth.org/clearwaytesting/
• Cost: Free through December 31, 2026, with no insurance required

Why This Location Matters

The 29th & Grove contamination plume runs south from the old rail yard through the neighborhoods around Grove Street, so Hunter Health is embedded in the very community the testing program was built for.

If you grew up nearby, still live in the area, or work close by, this is likely the most convenient place to get screened. Being a familiar, trusted community clinic also means many residents already know the staff, which can make a first-time screening feel far less intimidating. There are multiple contaminated groundwater locations across Sedgwick County, and anyone can visit Hunter Health for a Clearway Testing health test.

Testing here is by appointment, generally Monday through Friday during daytime hours, so calling 316-262-2415 ahead is the way to reserve a time.

Who Qualifies

Anyone who lived, worked, went to school, went to church, or spent time in Sedgwick County, especially near the 29th and Grove area qualifies, from the 1970s to today, including former residents who have moved away. No ID, insurance, or proof of address is required, and you do not need to be an existing Hunter Health patient. If you want to check your situation, see our guide to whether your neighborhood is in the affected area.

What the TCE Screening Includes

The screening checks your overall health, not chemicals in your body. At Hunter Health it typically includes a blood draw to measure liver and kidney function and check for anemia, a urinalysis to assess kidney health, and, when appropriate, follow-up services such as an abdominal ultrasound of the liver and kidneys plus additional lab work. These tests focus on the organ systems most associated with exposure. To understand why the liver and kidneys are the priority, read our guide to how TCE exposure affects the body over time, and for the full visit experience, the step-by-step walkthrough.

How to Prepare

There is very little to do beforehand. Jot down the medications you take and any questions you have, which our guide to what to bring to your appointment walks through, and wear something with sleeves you can push up for the blood draw. If getting there is difficult, ask about transportation help when you call.

Why It Is Worth Booking Sooner

Free testing runs only through December 31, 2026, and appointment slots at a central location like Hunter Health can fill up, especially around community events and busy stretches. There is no benefit to waiting. The health effects tied to exposure develop slowly and quietly over many years, so getting a baseline now, while you feel well, is genuinely the best time to do it. A single call puts a time on the calendar and takes the decision off your mental to-do list.

What to Expect at Your Visit

A visit to Hunter Health is easy and straightforward. You check in at the front desk, a team member reviews your health history and your connection to the area, and then a trained professional draws two small vials of blood and collects a urine sample. The whole appointment usually takes well under 30 minutes, and the familiar, community-clinic setting makes it easy to ask questions as you go. If you need a ride, ask about transportation help when you call to book.

After Your Test

A nurse or health professional calls you personally to explain your results and guide you toward any follow-up care. Most people get reassuring news and a documented baseline; if something needs attention, you are connected to trusted local providers. See understanding your results and next steps for the full picture.

Q: Can I walk in without an appointment at Hunter Health?
For this program, Hunter Health operates by appointment. Call 316-262-2415 to schedule. If you need walk-in flexibility, other partners offer it, and you can compare options on the find free testing page.

A Familiar Place to Keep Coming Back

Because Hunter Health serves this community every day, it is also a natural place to keep up annual screenings and, if you need one, to connect with ongoing care. Health professionals recommend returning once a year through the end of the program, and coming back to a familiar clinic on Grove Street makes that easy to do without a long trip across town.

Prefer a Different Location?

If another clinic is closer, or you prefer to get tested elsewhere, testing is also available through GraceMed, Hunter Health, Love Clinic and Med Spa, and the Wichita Black Nurses Association. See Hunter Health’s partner profile for more.

Free testing is available through December 31, 2026. No insurance required. Hours are subject to change; please call to confirm.