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Silver Spring Center

Silver Spring Center – Silver Spring, MD

1400 Spring Street #450
Silver Spring, MD 20910

T: 301.608.3448 | F: 301.608.0098

Operated by: Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.

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Get Directions From:

By Metro
Red Line: Take the Red Line to the Silver Spring Metro station. Walk approximately four blocks up 2nd Avenue. Turn right on Spring Street. 1400 Spring Street is located on the right.

By Car
From Capital Beltway:
Take Exit 31B Georgia Avenue. Follow Georgia Avenue for approximately 1 mile and take a right on Spring Street. 1400 Spring Street is located 1.5 blocks on the left.

From Washington, DC:
Take 16th St to Spring Street. Turn right on Spring Street. 1400 Spring Street is located 1.5 blocks on the right

Parking:
Street parking and garage parking are available. There is metered parking in front of the building on Spring Street. There is also a parking garage located at the end of 1st Avenue.

Hours of Operation

  Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun
Open 11:00am -- 9:00am 9:00am 8:30am 8:30am --
Close 6:30pm -- 4:30pm 4:30pm 4:30pm 3:00pm --

Note: Please note our health center hours as of June 2012.

Languages

English; Spanish; Interpretation by telephone available for other languages. Arrangements for interpretation can be made. Advance notice is requested to ensure availability at time of appointment.

Health Center Services and Information

Walk-in Services

Walk-in services always include: Pregnancy testing, Emergency Contraception, and HIV testing. Depending on patient volume, walk-ins will also be accepted for STD screening, well woman exams and starting birth control with medical history/ screening.

All other services require an appointment.

If you need emergency contraception (morning after pill), you can walk in any time the health center is open.

If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Please bring the following documents:


- Photo ID



- 2 pay stubs from the last 30 days or a bank statement from the last 60 days showing 30 days of activity

OR

- W2 from the previous year or letter (on letterhead) stating your income for a specific time period

OR

- High School ID, report card, or current high school class schedule

Holidays

Our health center is closed for the following holidays:

  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • Inauguration Day
  • Presidents Day
  • Easter
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Columbus Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Day after Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • New Year's Eve

Appointment Information

Birth control refill pick ups are available Birth control refill pick-ups are available during business hours with current prescription on file. Calling in advance will decrease wait time.

At this health center you can come in for appointments that do not require a medical exam. For example, birth control education and supplies; emergency contraception (morning after pill); pregnancy testing and counseling; STD testing; testing and treatment for urinary tract infections

We do not provide childcare services. We request that you please make childcare arrangements.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to check in and complete paperwork.

By Metro
Red Line: Take the Red Line to the Silver Spring Metro station. Walk approximately four blocks up 2nd Avenue. Turn right on Spring Street. 1400 Spring Street is located on the right.

By Car
From Capital Beltway:
Take Exit 31B Georgia Avenue. Follow Georgia Avenue for approximately 1 mile and take a right on Spring Street. 1400 Spring Street is located 1.5 blocks on the left.

From Washington, DC:
Take 16th St to Spring Street. Turn right on Spring Street. 1400 Spring Street is located 1.5 blocks on the right

Parking:
Street parking and garage parking are available. There is metered parking in front of the building on Spring Street. There is also a parking garage located at the end of 1st Avenue.


Donations are welcome at the time of your visit to help support our mission and continue the important work we do.

All information presented, including pricing and/or insurance information, is subject to change at any time. This information is presented for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute medical or legal advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

©2013 Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.

Note: The following info is specific to this Health Center.

Servicios de aborto in Silver Spring, MD

Silver Spring Center offers the following services:

  • abortion pill (medication abortion)
  • in-clinic abortion
  • sedation options (medication to make the abortion more comfortable)
  • pre- and post-abortion patient education
  • post-abortion follow-up exams
  • referrals for other abortion services, as needed

Here’s what you need to know about abortion services at this health center:

Abortion Pill (Medication Abortion)

Abortion pill (medication abortion) is offered up to 9 weeks after the start of your last menstrual period. If your last period was more than 9 weeks ago, read about our in-clinic abortion services below.

Abortion pill (medication abortion) services are available by appointment only.

Plan to be at the health center for 4 to 6 hour(s) for your entire abortion pill visit (medication abortion).

During the abortion pill (medication abortion) visit, you must agree — before you start — that you will have an in-clinic abortion if the abortion pill does not work.

After your abortion pill visit, you will need access to a telephone, transportation, and backup medical care available to you once you are home.

In-Clinic Abortion

In-clinic abortion is offered up to 14 weeks and 0 days after the start of your last menstrual period. If your last period was after 14 weeks and 0 days, we can still help. Call us for a referral list of health care providers in your area that offer other abortion services.

In-clinic abortions are available by appointment only.

Plan to be at the health center for 4 to 6 hours for your entire visit for an in-clinic abortion.

If you desire medication to help make your in-clinic abortion more comfortable, you must have a responsible companion with you to help you get home safely.

If you plan to have sedation, please do not eat for 2 hours or drink clear liquids for 2 hours before your appointment.

If you have asthma, bring an inhaler if you have one.

Other Abortion Services Information

Please do not bring children with you to the health center.

If you take any medications, please continue to take these medications normally before your appointment.

During your visit, you may be given the following:

  • a pregnancy test
  • a chance to speak with a trained staff person about all of your choices: abortion, adoption, and parenting
  • a conversation with the health care provider about your health history
  • lab tests/blood work
  • a pelvic exam
  • an ultrasound
  • medications to make the abortion more comfortable
  • medication if you are Rh negative
  • antibiotics or other medications
  • birth control information
  • a birth control method

At times there may be protesters outside of the health center. We suggest you avoid interaction with them. This health center offers escorts to walk you inside to your appointment.

Prior to coming into the health center, we recommend a light breakfast (toast, cereal, etc.).

For Patients Under 18

If you are a minor considering an abortion, please read about parental consent and notification laws that might apply in your state.

Prices and Payment Information

Price ranges for our abortion services are:

  • abortion pill (medication abortion) - $475
  • in-clinic abortion
    • 4-11 weeks - $425
    • 12-13 weeks - $475
    • 14 weeks - $525
  • sedation - IV medication - $100
  • medication if you are Rh negative - $40-100
  • post-abortion follow-up exam - Included in price
  • abortion patient education - Included in price

Some services may have additional charges for lab and blood work

If you are uninsured, you may be eligible to receive financial assistance for your procedure. You can confidentially find out if you qualify by calling us at 301.608.3448. If you are eligible for financial assistance, you may be asked to bring documentation with you to the health center.


Donations are welcome at the time of your visit to help support our mission and continue the important work we do.

All information presented, including pricing and/or insurance information, is subject to change at any time. This information is presented for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute medical or legal advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

©2013 Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.

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