Does your partner want to have an abortion but doesn’t have insurance and is worried about costs? Abortion is a major medical decision that can come with significant expenses.
Maybe you’re wondering if your insurance will pay for your girlfriend’s abortion. Most of the time, only a spouse will be covered.
Insurance Coverage for Your Girlfriend’s Abortion
Typically, health insurance companies do not cover partners on a policy unless they are spouses or domestic partners. To offer health coverage for your girlfriend, the insurance plan must identify a financial or legal obligation.
Talk to your health insurance provider for the most up-to-date information about your specific insurance coverage. They can offer more details and clarity for your personal policy.
What Are the Out-of-Pocket Costs?
If your insurance does not cover your girlfriend, there are some costs to know about. Your girlfriend may have to pay for the full abortion cost along with other out-of-pocket costs, including:
- The necessary pre-abortion screenings
- Emergency medical treatment (if abortion complications occur)
- Time off work
- Travel costs
- Medications or anesthesia costs
- Abortion follow-up appointments
Steps Before Abortion
Along with understanding abortion costs, your partner will want to determine if she is eligible for abortion and confirm her pregnancy details. Both pregnancy tests and an ultrasound are important to safeguarding her health.
Your girlfriend can contact us to schedule a free appointment for an accurate pregnancy test and a limited ultrasound exam to confirm her pregnancy.
Our goal at Resources for Women is to empower women to make the best decisions possible for their pregnancies through education. We’re committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information on pregnancy options and community resources available to our clients.
We’re here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. We’re here for you and your girlfriend as you navigate this time.
