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Things to Know About IVF Treatment Costs

aruna-ashokAruna Ashok | 04 Apr 2023
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IVF could prove to be a life-changing fertility process for many couples who are having trouble getting pregnant. Still, one of the main concerns of people who are thinking about IVF is how much it will cost. This article will talk about how much IVF therapy costs, what services and processes may be covered, and where you might be able to get help paying for it.



Several things affect how much IVF treatment costs

Several things affect how much IVF treatment costs

Location : The price of IVF treatment can vary a lot based on what country, state, or city the fertility clinic is in.

Prices that are related to the clinic : Each fertility clinic has its own price list, which includes costs for a consultation, a diagnostic test, and treatment.

Cost of medicines : Because fertility medicines are so expensive, they may have yet to be included in the clinic's initial estimate of how much the treatment would cost.



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IVF Pricing Comparison

Elements of an IVF Packages Other Hospitals A4 Hospitals
Consultation
Ultrasound Scans
Ovum Pickup
Fresh Embryo Transfer
Doctor, Embryologist Charges
RI Witness
Semen Freezing
Sperm Preparation
Room charges
ICSI
Blastocyst Culture
Total Packages Rs. 90,000 - Rs. 1,41,000 Rs. 90,000 - Rs. 1,40,000

Conditional Add-ons :

Elements of an IVF Packages Other Hospitals A4 Hospitals
Stimulation Injections Rs. 80,000 - Rs. 1,00,000 Rs. 80,000 - Rs. 1,00,000*
Embryo Freezing For (1 year) Rs. 25,000 - Rs. 40,000 Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 25,000
Total Packages Rs. 80,000 - Rs. 1,40,000 Rs. 80,000 - Rs. 1,25,000

Cost Of Lab Tests Before IVF Treatment Other Hospitals :

Elements of an IVF Packages Other Hospitals A4 Hospitals
Semen analysis (for male) Rs. 500 - Rs. 700 Rs. 650
Semen Freezing For (1 year) Rs. 5000 - Rs. 10,000 Rs. 2750 for 6 Months
Testicular Sperm Aspiration (TESA) Rs. 30,000 - Rs. 40,000 Rs. 30,000
Hysteroscopy (for female) Rs. 30,000 - Rs. 40,000 Rs. 27000*

The number of times you need the treatment

The total cost of IVF depends on how many rounds are needed to get pregnant.

Costs of the services and methods used in IVF


Most of the time, the price of IVF therapy includes many goods and services, such as:

First counselling and testing is done under IVF

The ovaries are watched and prodded.

Egg pick-up

Culture of embryos and conception

The moving of embryos

Some couples may need pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT), assisted hatching, or intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), but these aren't usually covered by the normal IVF treatment cost.


Insurance Coverage for IVF

Insurance coverage for IVF treatment varies by country, state, and insurance programme. Reproductive therapy may or may not be covered by insurance in different countries and areas. Before you start IVF treatment, you should look at your insurance policy and talk to your insurance company about different ways to manage the costs.


Help with money and schedules for payments

Several fertility clinics offer financial aid schemes or payment plans to help make IVF treatment more accessible. With the help of these schemes, the cost of treatment can be spread out over a more extended period of time. These programmes may offer discounts, package deals, or different ways to pay for treatment. To figure out the best financial plan for your situation, you need to talk to your chosen fertility clinic about these options.


Grants and scholarships

Some groups offer grants and scholarships to qualified couples to help with the cost of IVF treatment. Most of the time, you have to fill out an application to get into these schemes, and you may have to meet certain qualifications, like being poor or having a diagnosis of infertility.


Conclusion

Having a clear idea of how much IVF treatment costs can help you make more informed decisions about your reproductive journey. Even though IVF is an expensive process, looking into financial aid programmes, and insurance coverage may help make the procedure more accessible and cheaper. Talk to your insurance company and the fertility centre to get the most accurate price estimate and to find out if you can get financial help.





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