I heard the IUD is really expensive—how much does it cost?

If you have health insurance—whether it’s through your parents, school, job, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, or Medicaid—chances are good that you’ll be able to get an IUD with no out-of-pocket cost.

If you don’t have health insurance, it’s true that the up-front cost of an IUD can be high, but because the IUD can last for years (3-12 depending on the type) even if you pay full price upfront it ends up being pretty cheap over time.

If that isn’t an option for you, the manufacturers of IUDs often offer discounts, and you can also check with the family planning clinics around you and find out if they offer discounts or payment plans for IUDs.