IUD Options

Updated on January 09, 2012
D.S. asks from Fort Worth, TX
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It is time to get my Mirena replaced. I found out that my insurance no longer covers Mirena. The device itself- not including the office visit and insertion is $900. I have no idea why my insurance no longer covers it, but when I first had it inserted 5 years ago my total "out of pocket" was $30. So the cost is a huge difference. Are there any other options?

I have been very happy with the device and although I really don't want any more children, I am not ready to make a permanent decision.

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So What Happened?

What I did find out is that the way my doctor's office was planning to file the claim was the reason for the expense. The office wanted me to order the device, pay for it up front and then request reimbursement from my insurance company. When it is done this way it is subject to insurance deductible.

I ended up going to a new doctor to have my Mirena replaced. I was required to pay 20% plus the co-pay for the office visit. The total amount was $207. It's a lot more than $30, but a whole lot better than $900.

By the way, I did check with Planned Parenthood. It was definetely not a viable option. Even though I have a current pap and pelvic they require that you do one there- $875. The cost and implantation of the Mirena is an additional charge- $900. They do not accept insurance at all. If I was living in poverty and qualified for a sliding scale for payment, then perhaps it would make more sense.

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A.P.

answers from Austin on

I was considering an IUD, which is not covered by my insurance (Catholic healthcare organization!) and my OB/GYN referred me to the manufacturer. At that time, they had some sort of program to help with the cost of the IUD if your insurance didn't cover it. I believe it only covered the device, not the insertion or office fees. You should ask your doc's office or go to the Mirena website. I eventually opted for the NuvaRing, as my OB/GYN would give me free samples for 6 months at a time. Hubs had the "big V" in August, so now I'm out of the birth control business!

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M.O.

answers from Chicago on

I have used the NuvaRing and it was great. It's a monthly insertion, but you don't feel it at all and neither does he.

I don't want to do any sort of "implant" devices due to possible complications and I wanted something local with low hormones instead of "the pill" which has to go all through your body/blood stream.

I teach in a pool too and it's NO PROBLEM.

No pills to remember daily.
No huge up front costs.
And you can stop anytime and get pregnant within a month or so.

Ask your dr and check it out online. I was very happy.

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H.G.

answers from Dallas on

I have the non hormonal paragard and I love it. I've had it a year and sometimes my periods are heavier but its getting back to normal. Its as effective as a tubal and last 10 years. Win win to me! Check it out.

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A.M.

answers from Dallas on

I have the Mirena,but I was thinking of removing mine.I had it put in in Aug and seems like I have been bleeding ever since.
Planned parenthood can really help and definitely be beneficial to your pocket book.

✤.J.

answers from Dover on

I used Implanon for several years. I had it removed 2 years ahead of schedule because I had constant break-through bleeding, but that's pretty rare. A lot of women love it so it may be worth looking into.

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J.M.

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Planned Parenthood. They should definitely be able to help you out!

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