Birth Control for Less: Low-Cost Contraception Options

One of the biggest barriers for uninsured patients to accessing effective hormonal birth control is cost. Fortunately, there are several ways to help your patients get effective methods at an affordable price.

Many contraceptives (including Depo-Provera, Mirena, Paraguard and Seasonique) are available at reduced or no cost through the manufacturers’ patient assistance programs. Program eligibility requirements vary, but generally patients must be a US resident or citizen, have proof of income, meet income restrictions and be uninsured.

Some pharmacies provide birth control at a low cost. K-mart, Kroger, Pathmark, Target and Walmart offer generic birth control pills for as little as $8-10/month.

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Resources

Information on Pharmacies with low-cost birth control pills

Patient Assistance Programs:

• Depo Provera:
  • Pfizer Patient Assistance Program
  • Available for $25 at Kmart

• IUDs:
  • ARCH Foundation: Patient Assistance Program for Mirena IUD
  • Paragard IUD Patient Assistance Program

• Oral Contraceptive Pills:
  • 340B Drug Pricing Program: Birth control pills and Depo Provera ordered through the 340B program can be as cheap as a pennies for a month supply, if you keep an eye out for deals.
  • Rx Assist: OrthoTriCylen is the only pill which has a patient assistance program.