Navigating Fertility Costs in Texas
Posted on August 31st, 2022
One of the core aspects of fertility care that can surprise patients who are new to treatment is how much their journey to parenthood can potentially cost. Although Texas is one of the few states in the country to have any laws about fertility care insurance coverage, the rules and regulations can feel confusing and overwhelming for patients as they navigate the financial options for their fertility journeys. Fortunately, there are many options available when creating a financial plan that covers fertility care costs.
As part of Aspire HFI’s commitment to providing comprehensive care that focuses on each patient’s unique needs, we’ve put together this blog post to explain the most important factors to consider when financially planning your family-building journey. Here’s everything you need to know about fertility costs in Texas, including ways to make fertility care more affordable.
How Much Does Fertility Care Cost In Texas?
In Texas, as well as the rest of the United States, the total cost of your fertility treatment plan depends on a wide range of factors, including the type of care needed (e.g. intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), etc.), medications, additional screening measures, advanced treatment options, frozen embryo storage needs, and the need for third-party reproduction (e.g. egg donation, sperm donation, surrogacy, etc.).
Something else that patients should consider as part of their financial plan is that they may require multiple cycles of fertility treatments before successfully getting pregnant. For example, many patients may start off trying IUI but move on to IVF when IUI is unsuccessful. It’s also common for patients to go through two or more cycles of IVF before conceiving, especially if they are over the age of 35.
How Do Fertility Insurance Laws In Texas Work?
According to Texas’s insurance code laws, group health insurance plans that provide pregnancy-related benefits must also offer coverage for IVF care, however, there are many instances in which employers are not required to offer coverage. Furthermore, there are many requirements and limitations that patients must adhere to in order to be considered qualified for coverage. That being said, many plans may cover some services, including initial consultation and testing. Patients must connect directly with their provider to determine whether coverage applies to their treatment services, and if not, to learn what out-of-pocket costs will occur.
How to Make Paying for Fertility Care Easier
Sometimes, even if you have some insurance coverage for your fertility journey, the full financial picture of modern family building can still be burdensome, especially if you have to undergo multiple cycles of IVF. However, there are a few different ways that patients can make fertility care more affordable. Some of these methods include:
- Fertility grants, such as the Garden of Life Grant, which is offered through Sparkles of Life
- Fertility financing loans, such as those provided by Capex MD
- Multicycle IVF packages, such as those provided by Bundl, which combine multiple IUI and IVF cycles into a single package at a discounted rate
Financial Assistance for Fertility Costs in Houston
Whether you have fertility care insurance coverage, are curious about fertility loans, wish to purchase a multicycle IVF package, or simply have questions about fertility costs, Aspire Houston Fertility Institute is here to help. Early in the process, we sit each one of our patients down with a fertility counselor to help them understand their options and come up with a solution that works for them. For advanced fertility care with financial assurance in Houston, TX, connect with our team today.
