Abortion in Columbus, OH
We offer the following abortion services:
Medication Abortion / Abortion Pill
Availability and How to Prepare
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Medication abortion / Abortion pill$750
The abortion pill (also known as a medication abortion) is offered up to 12 weeks and 0 days after the first day of your last menstrual period. It is a safe and effective way of ending an early pregnancy.
If your last period was more than 12 weeks and 0 days ago, read about our in-clinic abortion services below.
Abortion pill (medication abortion) services are available by appointment only.
Beginning October 7, 2024, medication abortion will be available for up to 12 weeks gestation.
Post-Appointment Information
In the unlikely event that you are still pregnant, you may need another dose of medicine or to have an in-clinic abortion to end the pregnancy.
We’ll also give you after-care instructions and a phone number you can call with any questions or concerns.
Abortion Procedure / In-Clinic Abortion
Availability
In-clinic abortion (also known as surgical abortion) is offered up to 19 weeks and 6 days after the first day of your last menstrual period.
If your last period started more than 19 weeks and 6 days ago, we can help connect you to other abortion options in your area.
In-clinic abortions are available by appointment only.
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Gestation period up to 12.6 weeks
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Gestation period 13 - 14.6$900 - $1050
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Gestation period 15 - 16.6$1100 - $1275
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Gestation period 17 - 18.6$1300 - $1350
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Gestation period 19 - 19.6
Gestational Periods
Preparing For Your Appointment
If you take any medicines, please continue to take them normally before your appointment or bring them with you on the day of your appointment.
If you have asthma, bring an inhaler if you have one.
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.
There may be additional charges for lab and blood work.
You must pay on the day of your appointment unless you’ve made other arrangements.
What To Expect During Your Appointment
When you choose an abortion service at our health center, you may also receive the following: pregnancy test pregnancy dating (ultrasound)
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.
Please do not bring children to the health center.
OH Requirements
A person does not have to inform their partner of their decision to have an abortion if they do not want to do so.
No one, not even a court or parents, can force a person to have an abortion. Pregnant teens also have the option of getting an abortion to end their pregnancy. This is a difficult decision to make, so it is important to talk immediately with an adult, such as a parent, a doctor, or nurse. Waiting to make a decision can have negative consequences, such as greater health risks and increased cost as the pregnancy continues.
Ohio law requires that one parent, custodian or guardian of a person 17 or younger must consent to a minor's abortion.
If a parent will not consent to an abortion, the minor can seek a judicial bypass. A minor must go to juvenile court and convince a judge that she is mature enough or that there is another compelling reason to make her own decision without involving a parent.
No one, not even a court or parents, can force a person to have an abortion.
If you are under the age of 18 and need help talking with your parents/caregivers or seeking judicial bypass we can help.
Additional Abortion Support
Before your abortion, our expert and caring staff will discuss all of your pregnancy options with you to help you make sure abortion is the best decision for you. We’ll also talk with you about your health history to make sure we’re providing the best care for you.
If you don’t have insurance and need help paying for your abortion, call us. We may be able to help you with financial assistance. You can also go to AbortionFunds.org for financial help.
Abortion services may be covered by your insurance. If you want to use your insurance, please contact us prior to your appointment to verify your coverage and the amount you may need to pay. Please be sure to bring your insurance information at the time of your visit.
