Patient's Frequently Asked Questions
(Also See Insurance FAQ)
1. When, how and what kind of progesterone should I take during my attempts to conceive?
2. What is my next step after Clomid/Letrozole is unsuccessful despite ovulating?
3. Will acupuncture help me get pregnant?
4. What is included in a monitoring visit?
5. Why do I need a baseline ultrasound on day 1-3?
6. What is considered day one of my cycle?
7. What are cysts and why do I get them?
8. Why do I need to take OCPS? (Birth Control Pills)
9. Is it normal to have spotting while on birth control pills and the first few days of FSH use?
10. What is the saline sonogram and Mock Transfer? Do I need to do anything to prepare for these tests?
11. Why do I need a full bladder on the day of embryo transfer?
12. What happens after I get a positive pregnancy test?
13. What does it mean if my hCG doesn’t double appropriately?
14. Why do I have to be on progesterone for so long?
15. Why can't I take oral Progesterone instead of shots?
16. Can I do back to back treatment cycles?
17. What should I take or do to improve my chance of getting pregnant?
18. What is the AMH and why do we check that level?
Insurance Coverage FAQ
1. Do I have coverage for an infertility consultation with one of your physicians? Most insurance carriers will cover an initial consult with an infertility specialist. The majority of the time it is only a specialist co-payment.
2. Will my BCBS- NC plan cover any treatment such as Artificial Insemination and In vitro fertilization? No, the majority of NC plans follow the guidelines set by the state and provide you with coverage for testing and basic treatment only.
3. What type of insurance do you accept? We accept BCBS, Cigna, United Health Care, Aetna and Medcost.
4. Who can help me understand my infertility insurance coverage? You can always review your benefits booklet provided by your employer for details on infertility or contact your insurance member services.
5. When choosing my insurance carrier is one company better than another? Most policies are designed by your Human Resources Department and the carrier only serves as the administrator. The policy will only differ with your out of pocket cost.
6. Will we meet with a financial person before beginning treatment? Prior to any treatment you will meet with a financial coordinator to review your individual benefits. We are always available for individual questions at any point.
7. Do you offer payment plans? We do not offer any payment plans however, we will provide you with information on medical loan companies that can assist you.
8. Do you offer discounts for IVF? We offer a 10% discount for self pay patients, and a reduced rate for service workers as well as tubal reversal patients.