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Short answer: Most direct-to-consumer telemedicine birth-control companies require you to be 18+. The main organizations that commonly provide contraception to teens (under 18) are Planned Parenthood (local health centers and their telehealth app) and community/public clinics (Title X clinics, FQHCs, school-based health centers) — whether a minor can get a prescription depends on state law and clinic policy.
What to know (quick details and names)
- Commercial telehealth companies that typically require age 18+: Nurx, Hers, The Pill Club, Lemonaid Health, GoodRx Care (HeyDoctor), Ro/Zero, Simple Health, and similar subscription-pill services. These are convenient but usually do not enroll under-18 patients.
- Planned Parenthood (local health centers and the Planned Parenthood Direct app/telehealth): Frequently will provide contraception to minors and often can do so confidentially because many states allow minors to consent to sexual and reproductive health services. This is the most reliable nationwide option for teens.
- Community clinics / Title X / Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and many school-based health centers: Often provide contraception to adolescents and may offer telehealth appointments or referrals for confidential care. These clinics usually serve minors and can be low-cost or sliding-scale.
Important caveats
- Laws and clinic policies vary by state. Some states require parental consent for certain services; others explicitly allow minors to consent to birth control without a parent. Confidentiality rules also differ.
- Some contraceptives (IUDs/implants) require an in-person visit for insertion even if the prescription or counseling happened online.
- If confidentiality from a parent is a concern, ask the clinic upfront about billing statements, parent notification, and state-specific confidentiality protections.
If you want, tell me your state (or zip code) and I can:
- Look up Planned Parenthood telehealth availability near you, and
- Find local clinics or Title X providers that serve minors and offer contraception.