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Will My Insurance Pay For My Girlfriend’s Abortion Pill?
An unplanned pregnancy can take you and your girlfriend by complete surprise. You may wonder what to do next or if abortion could be an option.
As you consider your options, visit Woman’s New Life Clinic at one of our locations in Baton Rouge or New Orleans. We offer pregnancy services, women’s health services, and professional counseling to protect your girlfriend’s health and support you both.
Call us to schedule an appointment today.
Is Abortion Available in Louisiana?
Due to current laws, abortion and the abortion pill are not available in Louisiana. Even so, you may wonder how your insurance could possibly pay for the abortion pill.
Here are some facts you should know about insurance and abortion as you navigate this decision-making period together.
1. Your Relationship Status Matters for Insurance.
While you may want to add your girlfriend to your insurance coverage even for basic pregnancy care, you may not be able to do this due to your health plan’s policies.
Typically, insurance companies require you to be married or have an established domestic partnership to extend coverage. If you do not have one of these legally recognized relationships, you may be unable to add your girlfriend to your insurance.
2. Every Insurance Policy Is Unique.
Insurance companies offer a wide range of coverage options.
While some insurance policies cover certain services, others do not. Policies can vary in what they cover, how much they are willing to contribute, and what they expect you to pay. You must call to find out the specifics of your insurance policy.
3. Medicaid Coverage Varies by State.
Medicaid is provided through your state, so coverage may vary. If your girlfriend is on Medicaid or is eligible for it, she may have coverage for pregnancy care.
How Can You Help Your Girlfriend?
An unplanned pregnancy can challenge your relationship and lead to critical decisions. It’s essential that, first and foremost, your girlfriend protects her health.
At Woman’s New Life Clinic, we provide a wide array of free professional services for women in unplanned pregnancies, including pregnancy testing, limited ultrasound, professional counseling, abortion pill reversal, material support, and more.
Our free professional counseling is also available to you as well. We are here for you and your girlfriend for as long as you need, regardless of your pregnancy decision. This includes free, confidential counseling if you are struggling with a past abortion.
Schedule an appointment with a caring team member at Woman’s New Life Clinic to discuss your unique situation. Your girlfriend can receive pregnancy services to confirm her pregnancy, gather details to safeguard her health, and ensure she has complete information.
Call us today to schedule. We can help.