Is IVF expensive?
Test tube baby is an assisted reproductive technology. For some couples who cannot conceive naturally, it is a choice to realize their reproductive dreams. However, because it involves a series of medical processes and the operation of professional equipment, the cost of IVF is usually high. So, is the cost of IVF really high? How to save money? Next, we will elaborate from several aspects.
medical expense
The medical cost of IVF is an important part of the whole cost. The items include gynecological examination, male semen analysis, drug treatment, ovum retrieval, embryo culture, embryo transfer, etc. The level of medical expenses is related to the choice of the region and hospital. It may be more expensive to carry out IVF in well-known professional hospitals in large cities, while the cost of hospitals in some prefecture level cities or counties is relatively low. Therefore, choosing a hospital suitable for your economic strength can help to save some costs.
In addition, the medical expenses of IVF are also affected by individual differences. Some couples may need to try IVF for many times, which will increase the medical expenses. Therefore, before IVF, we should fully understand our physical condition and treatment success rate, and make reasonable decisions.
In addition to selecting hospitals and making reasonable decisions, some money saving measures can also be taken on medical expenses. For example, you can negotiate preferential policies with hospitals, choose appropriate medication plans, and purchase medical insurance or commercial insurance. These measures can effectively reduce the burden of medical expenses.
Ancillary expenses
In the process of IVF, there are also some auxiliary costs, such as hospitalization costs, water supply costs of fallopian tubes, embryo freezing costs, etc. These costs will increase the overall IVF costs. Hospitals within the scope of medical insurance reimbursement can be selected for hospitalization, water supply to fallopian tubes and other projects to reduce the economic burden.
In addition, embryo freezing costs can be considered as a place to save money. Some hospitals will provide embryo freezing services, which can carry out embryo transfer at different times to avoid egg retrieval and embryo culture again. This can reduce part of the medical expenses.
There are other auxiliary costs, such as transportation costs, food costs, etc. Although these costs are not directly related to IVF, they also need to be considered in the whole process. For example, choosing a residence close to the hospital during hospitalization can reduce transportation costs, and preparing meals by yourself can also save some costs.
Psychological expenses
The process of IVF is also a test of couples' psychology. Psychological expenses include psychological consultation, counseling and treatment. Although these expenses are not direct medical expenses, they can not be ignored.
In the process of IVF, couples may face pressure from relatives, friends, society and themselves, and need to make corresponding psychological adjustment. Some hospitals will provide psychological support services, and some public welfare institutions will also provide free psychological counseling and counseling services. By seeking these help, couples can reduce their psychological burden and reduce their financial burden to a certain extent.
summary
The cost of IVF is related to many factors, including medical expenses, auxiliary expenses and psychological expenses. Choosing the right hospital, making reasonable decisions, negotiating with the hospital for preferential treatment, choosing medical insurance or commercial insurance can help save medical expenses. In terms of auxiliary expenses, hospitals within the scope of medical insurance reimbursement and embryo freezing services can also reduce the economic burden. In addition, seeking psychological support and help is also an effective way to reduce psychological costs. Finally, couples need to consider their personal economic strength and treatment needs, and make the most favorable choice for themselves.
