
Vasectomies
We offer no-scalpel vasectomies at Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri to those aged 18 and up (patients using Medicaid must be 21 and up).
Drop by any of our locations or call us to talk to a health care professional about our services.
Now booking in Springfield
Vasectomy appointments are now available at our Springfield health center. Call today to schedule an appointment.
No health insurance? We can help!
Missouri Medicaid (called MO HealthNet) covers vasectomies. Even if you didn’t qualify before, you may qualify now. Missouri Medicaid has expanded to cover more people. Now, more adults can get low-cost or free health insurance.
Planned Parenthood can help you get enrolled. Fill out our contact form to request a free virtual or in-person appointment with a trained assister.
What is a vasectomy?
A vasectomy is a safe and effective permanent birth control method for men. It's a simple procedure performed in a quick outpatient setting. Local numbing medicine is given in the area. There is very little bleeding and no stitches are required. This procedure has been used for many years and has very few side effects.
How effective is a vasectomy?
A vasectomy is extremely effective. Less than 1 percent of men who have the procedure will cause a pregnancy each year. Because some sperm remain beyond the blocked part of the tubes, the procedure is not effective right away. You must use another form of birth control (like a condom) until the sperm are gone. This can take up to three months.
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