In-Health Center Abortion (Procedural Abortion) Visits

If your visit is for an in-clinic abortion procedure, our providers will speak with you about your medical history, all of your options to best support you, and your birth control needs in the future. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and will be given information about what to do in an emergency. Your visit may include a pelvic exam, an ultrasound, and blood work. For more information about procedural abortion, please visit our in-clinic abortion info page.

At your visit, you will be offered medication to help you relax and assist with pain management. If you choose not to or are unable to take this medication, you will be offered ibuprofen. If you take anything other than ibuprofen, you will need to plan transportation home as you won’t be allowed to drive. A support person is welcome to accompany you at the appointment.

You will likely have light bleeding after the procedure. Please dress comfortably. It is best if you can wear full brief underwear as you will likely need to use a maxi pad and clothing that is easy to pull on and pull off.

A staff member will call 2-3 days prior to your appointment to provide additional visit instructions and answer any questions.

Please note: you will speak with a health care professional at your appointment about your medical information, all of your options, and you will be able to ask questions.

Information regarding your visit:

Planned Parenthood of Montana no longer requires masking in our health centers, but you may wear a mask if you wish. You may request staff to wear masks. If you are experiencing any cold or flu-like symptoms prior to your visit, please give us a call to reschedule your appointment.

At the Health Center:

Any children must be accompanied by an adult at all times and cannot be left unaccompanied.

Scheduling and Canceling:

If you are late to the appointment we do reserve the right to reschedule. Give yourself plenty of time to get here. To cancel or reschedule your appointment, please call us or cancel your appointment at least 24 hours in advance.

Payment:

Planned Parenthood of Montana accepts many insurance plans, including Montana Medicaid. We also offer an income-based sliding fee scale for patients for family planning services.

All fees, including co-pays, are due at the time of service. We accept major credit/debit cards, cash and checks.
If you do not have insurance, please visit https://apply.mt.gov/ to determine if you are eligible for insurance through the State of Montana.
If using insurance, bring a photo ID and your insurance card to your appointment. If you have questions regarding what services are covered by your insurance, please contact your insurance company. We will bill your insurance for the services you receive where applicable. We do our best to provide the highest quality care to our patients; however your insurance company has the best expertise regarding specific policy coverage.
PPMT uses a third party to process some lab specimens. You may also receive a bill from the lab once your insurance has been billed.