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I want to get an IUD. Do I have to go with a parent? Is it covered by my insurance?

In general, you don’t need a parent’s permission to get birth control. But there are some situations and locations where, for one reason or another, you will need a parent’s consent. This is something to ask about when you call to make your appointment. The same goes for cost and insurance coverage. Planned Parenthood works to make health care as affordable as possible, and some health centers are able to charge according to income. And while many health centers do accept Medicaid, whether or not Medicaid covers IUDs and how much they’ll cover can vary from state to state. The staff at your local Planned Parenthood health center can give you specific information on the insurance they take and the cost of an IUD.

Most people can use an IUD safely. But before you get an IUD, you’ll need to talk with a nurse or doctor to make sure it’s right for you.

Learn more about the IUD.

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