how it works

choose the care you need:

in-person or
via tele-PrEP

The LaVidaCare program is here for anyone and everyone who needs us. We receive funding to increase PrEP accessibility, especially with underserved communities.

See details below.

 

your experience in-clinic

STEP 1
Complete BOTH intake and registration forms

STEP 2
Check medical insurance

  • With insurance, we run your eligibility to ensure you will be covered



  • With NO insurance, we help you apply for our patient assistance programs

STEP 3
Get contacted by LVC staff to schedule an in-clinic appointment and confirm your info

STEP 4
During your appointment:


  • Have an HIV Rapid Test and Risk Reduction Consult with Test Counselor

  • Complete Consult with Dr. Angara

  • Have blood drawn for a full STD panel

  • Enroll in free assistance programs (if needed)

  • Receive meds at the pharmacy of your choice

STEP 5
Come for follow-ups every 2-3 months

the tele-PrEP experience with LVC

We care for patients all over southern California via telemedicine.

STEP 1
Complete BOTH intake and registration forms

STEP 2
Check medical insurance

  • With insurance, we run your eligibility to ensure you will be covered



  • With NO insurance, we help you apply for our patient assistance programs

STEP 3
Get contacted by LVC staff to schedule a phone appointment and confirm your info

STEP 4
During your appointment:


  • Have a Risk Reduction Consult with Test Counselor

  • Complete Consult with Dr. Angara

  • Enroll in free assistance programs remotely (if needed)

  • Get scheduled with a Quest Diagnostics Lab near you for blood draw

  • Set up delivery for swabs to your residence to submit at the time of your Quest Diagnostics appointment

  • Receive meds at the pharmacy of your choice

STEP 5
Have follow-ups by phone every 2-3 months