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Q: Will any of my fertility evaluation and treatment be covered by my insurance?

A: Possibly. It depends on what your individual insurance plan states about fertility disorders. Some insurance will provide coverage for evaluating why you are not conceiving (diagnosis coverage only); while others may include some or all treatments. It is very important to know exactly what your policy will cover. If you have a copy of your policy, look under infertility coverage to see what is included or excluded. We will try to obtain your coverage information prior to or at your first appointment. Some times that information will not be available to us unless you bring in your policy or contact your human resources person at work or directly contact your insurance company. Remember to get any information from your insurance company in writing by fax or letter! You have insurance to assist you in paying for medical care- you are still responsible for your costs. We will glad to provide you with estimated costs for your evaluation and treatment before you start the process. Please don't hesitate to ask the front office staff or our office manager, if you need assistance.






				FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS We've compiled answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about our policies, procedures, and treatments. Please remember that this does not replace your conversation with Dr. Putman or his staff. If you have questions about your treatment, please contact our office for assistance. Cycle through all questions and responses at left or select a specific question from below Do I have to be referred by another doctor before Dr. Putman will see me? Should I bring my medical records with me, or wait until after my first visit with Dr. Putman? Is there an age cutoff? I was referred by my OB/GYN and she has done some testing. Will Dr. Putman take up where she left off? How do I know if I need treatment for fertility problems? What caused my fertility problem? My husband does not want to do the semen analysis; he thinks it's a female issue. My husband has a child from a previous marriage. Is semen analysis still necessary? When is the best time to take a prenatal vitamin supplement? Is over-the-counter OK? Will I still have a period if I don't ovulate? Don't all women ovulate on day 14 of the menstrual cycle? Why should I test with my ovulation kit as early as day 9? When I am using an ovulation predictor kit, when is the most fertile time for intercourse? I've heard that intercourse every other day is the best way to become pregnant. Is this true? Why is it necessary to come in for more than one ultrasound in an evaluation period? Can being overweight or underweight affect conception? My friend started taking thyroid medication and got pregnant in one month. Should I try this? Does fertility treatment increase or decrease the risk of birth defects? I've been told my tubes are blocked; does Dr. Putman treat this? I have endometriosis. What are my chances of becoming pregnant? Will Clomid increase my chance of getting pregnant? I want to try it first. Dr. Putman recommended super-ovulation (injectable hormones). Why do I have to give the injections at home? My husband and I have one child, but I have not been able to conceive again. Why? Does Dr. Putman see patients who have immune problems? Is it best just to do In Vitro Fertilization and skip all of the evaluation process, or other treatments? Will any of my fertility evaluation and treatment be covered by my insurance? If I have insurance that states it pays for my fertility evaluation and treatment, why do I have to pay for special tests and treatments?				next question >> Q: Will any of my fertility evaluation and treatment be covered by my insurance? A: Possibly. It depends on what your individual insurance plan states about fertility disorders. Some insurance will provide coverage for evaluating why you are not conceiving (diagnosis coverage only); while others may include some or all treatments. It is very important to know exactly what your policy will cover. If you have a copy of your policy, look under infertility coverage to see what is included or excluded. We will try to obtain your coverage information prior to or at your first appointment. Some times that information will not be available to us unless you bring in your policy or contact your human resources person at work or directly contact your insurance company. Remember to get any information from your insurance company in writing by fax or letter! You have insurance to assist you in paying for medical care- you are still responsible for your costs. We will glad to provide you with estimated costs for your evaluation and treatment before you start the process. Please don't hesitate to ask the front office staff or our office manager, if you need assistance.