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Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT)
Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) is a fast and private way to treat partners for chlamydia and gonorrhea. These sexually transmitted infections (STIs) often do not have signs or symptoms; when they do, symptoms can be different depending on the STI. It is important to treat STIs to prevent long-lasting problems. EPT is giving medicine to sex partners of people who have an STI without them having to go to the doctor.
Michigan Public Act 525 of 2014 (MCL 333.5110) authorized the use of EPT for certain STIs as designated by the state health department. In April 2020, MDHHS designated chlamydia and gonorrhea as infections for which the use of EPT is appropriate.
Provider Resources
- Guidance for Health Care Providers: Expedited Partner Therapy (MDHHS, 2025)
- Expedited Partner Therapy FAQ for Providers (MDHHS, 2025)
- STI Expedited Partner Therapy Treatment Guidelines (MDHHS, 2025)