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Considering abortion can bring up a lot of questions, including cost. The price can vary depending on the type of abortion, how far along the pregnancy is, where you receive care, and whether travel is involved. Need support now? Text us for free at (208) 203-8322.
Do I Need an Ultrasound?
Before making any pregnancy decision, it can be helpful to have more information about your pregnancy. An ultrasound can estimate how far along you are and help determine whether the pregnancy is located in the uterus. These details can affect the type of abortion procedure, possible risks, and cost.
Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center can offer ultrasound referrals when appropriate.
Types of Abortion
There are two main types of abortion: procedural abortion and medication abortion. What may be available depends on how far along you are, your medical situation, and the laws in your state.
- A procedural abortion is performed in a clinical setting to remove the pregnancy tissue from the uterus.1 It may cost more, especially if travel, medication, follow-up care, or insurance limits are involved.
- A medication abortion, often called the abortion pill, uses medication to end a pregnancy.2 The FDA has approved mifepristone with misoprostol through 10 weeks of pregnancy, counted from the first day of your last menstrual period.
Cost of an Abortion
- Procedural Abortion: Costs can vary widely, but many advertised prices range from several hundred dollars to $2,000 or more. The total cost may increase because of travel, lodging, medication, follow-up care, insurance coverage, or how far along the pregnancy is. If abortion is restricted in your state, traveling out of state can add significant expense.
- Abortion Pill: The cost of the abortion pill can also vary, sometimes ranging from free to several hundred dollars. Additional costs may include shipping, consultation fees, follow-up care, or travel. Laws around abortion pills vary by location, so it is important to understand the risks and requirements where you live.
Risks of Ordering the Abortion Pill Online
Ordering abortion pills online can carry medical and legal risks, especially if the medication comes from an unverified or international source. The FDA warns that buying medications from unsafe online pharmacies can expose people to counterfeit, contaminated, expired, or incorrect drugs.3
It is also important to confirm that you are pregnant before making a decision. At-home pregnancy tests are helpful, but they do not tell you how far along you are or whether the pregnancy is located in the uterus. Schedule a free pregnancy test here.
Taking abortion medication without medical guidance can increase the chance of missed complications, incomplete abortion, heavy bleeding, or delayed emergency care.4 Getting accurate information first can help you understand what questions to ask and what next step may be safest for you.
Miscarriage is also common, and some pregnancies end naturally before a decision is made.4 If you have had a positive pregnancy test, an ultrasound referral may help you learn more about the pregnancy before moving forward.
Free Support and Consultation
Unsure what to do next? Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center offers free, confidential pregnancy testing, abortion education, support, and referrals when appropriate. Text us at (208) 203-8322 or request an appointment to talk through your questions.
Reach Out Today
If you’re considering abortion, it’s okay to need clear information before making a decision. Contact Compassion & Hope Pregnancy Center for confidential support as you consider your next step.
Sources:
1. https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/induced-abortion
2. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/21899-medical-abortion
3. https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-buy-medicines-safely-online-pharmacy
4. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pregnancy-loss-miscarriage/symptoms-causes