Suggested Questions to Ask Your Reproductive Endocrinologist (RE) or IVF center
Your first visit to an IVF Center can be an overwhelming experience. On top of dealing with the emotional issues that may arise with infertility, you now find yourself confronting a new and sometimes scary world of treatment options. Bringing this list of questions to your first visit may help you to keep track of your thoughts and increase your comfort level.
What specific tests would you recommend to diagnose my infertility? How much do they cost?
How long will it take to diagnose our problem?
Based on the results of those tests, what are my treatment options, and how much do they cost?
What is the national success rate for those treatments in terms of live births?
How many Ovulation Induction (OI) cycles do you recommend before moving to in vitro fertilization (IVF)?
How many embryos do you typically transfer per cycle?
What is the success rate for IVF in terms of live births per embryo transfer?
If necessary, can you help me access donor egg, embryo, or sperm programs?
Will my insurance pay for the testing and/or treatments? Will your clinic help me determine what my insurance will cover?
How will I communicate with you during this whole process?
Does your clinic provide emotional counseling, or can you refer me to a counselor who deals with fertility problems?
* American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Fact Sheet: In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). 2000-2004.
(Source: Fertility LifeLines)
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