Your girlfriend is pregnant; now what? Experiencing an unexpected pregnancy can be stressful, but with the right support, it’s nothing that you can’t handle.
If your girlfriend has already begun looking into an abortion, you may wonder if your health insurance will cover the cost of her procedure.
Keep reading to understand how abortion coverage works and what you can do to support your partner during this time.
How Much Does An Abortion Cost?
The cost of an abortion is determined by how far along the pregnancy is. If your girlfriend is less than 10 weeks pregnant, she may be able to have a medical abortion.
Without insurance, a medical abortion can cost anywhere from $500-750.
If your girlfriend is more than 10 weeks along in her pregnancy, she will need a surgical abortion. The cost of a surgical abortion can be $750-2,500.
Can My Insurance Pay For My Girlfriend’s Abortion?
Although your intentions are sincere, it is unlikely that your health insurance will cover the cost of your girlfriend’s abortion.
Insurance companies typically require legal obligation through marriage or domestic partnership to extend coverage beyond the policyholder.
Where To Find Support
An unplanned pregnancy can be scary, and many women don’t know where to find free support. Here are a few options for women to look into during their pregnancy journey.
Apply For Medicaid
Women who don’t have medical insurance may be eligible for Colorado’s Medicaid program. The process is streamlined, and it may help with future medical bills surrounding a pregnancy.
Schedule An Appointment At Life choices
Life choices offers women free and confidential medical care to support them during their time of need.
Some of our no-cost services include pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and information about options for the outcome of unexpected pregnancy, including abortion and post-abortion care.
Appointments are easy. Simply call 720-453-9908, and our staff will guide you from there. Understanding all the options can empower your decisions for the future.
Life Choices does not perform or refer for abortions, or for emergency contraceptives.