How much does online birth control cost per month without insurance?

Online birth control costs without insurance typically range from $15 to $50 per month for the medication itself, plus a one-time or annual consultation fee that usually falls between $15 and $30.

The exact price depends on several factors:

1. Generic vs. Brand Name: Generic birth control pills are significantly cheaper.
2. Specific Provider: Different online services have slightly different pricing structures.
3. Type of Birth Control: While pills are most common, patches or rings might have different costs if offered.
4. Consultation Fees: Most services require an initial telehealth consultation with a doctor or nurse practitioner to get a prescription. This is usually a separate fee, either one-time or annually.
5. Promotions: Many services offer discounts for new users or for paying for a 3-month supply upfront.

Here are some popular online birth control providers and their general costs without insurance:

• Nurx

  • Why: A well-known telemedicine platform that provides online consultations and delivers birth control directly to your door. They offer a wide range of options.
  • Cost:
    • Consultation fee: Around $15-$25 (can be one-time or annual, depending on state/promotions).
    • Medication: Starts at $15 per month for many generic pills, with brand-name options costing more ($30-$50+). Shipping is usually free.

• Simple Health (formerly The Pill Club)

  • Why: Similar to Nurx, Simple Health offers online consultations and mail-order birth control. They are known for ease of use and often include small extras with shipments.
  • Cost:
    • Consultation fee: Around $15-$25 (annual).
    • Medication: Starts at $15-$20 per month for generics, with brand-name options being higher. Shipping is free.

• Lemonaid Health

  • Why: A broader telehealth service that includes birth control prescriptions. You do an online questionnaire and video chat if needed. You can choose to have it shipped or pick it up at a local pharmacy.
  • Cost:
    • Consultation fee: Around $25 (one-time for the prescription).
    • Medication: If shipped directly, generics start around $15-$25 per month. If picked up at a pharmacy, the cost will depend on the pharmacy's pricing (which might be cheaper with GoodRx coupons).

• Twentyeight Health

  • Why: Focuses on convenient, affordable birth control delivered to your door. They also have a mission to increase access to reproductive care.
  • Cost:
    • Consultation fee: Around $20 (annual).
    • Medication: Starts at $16 per month for generics. Shipping is free.

• Wisp

  • Why: Offers a range of reproductive and sexual health services, including birth control. You can choose to pick up at a pharmacy or have it shipped.
  • Cost:
    • Consultation fee: Around $19 (one-time for prescription).
    • Medication: If shipped, generics start around $15-$25 per month. If picked up at a local pharmacy, the cost will vary.

Important Considerations:

• Initial Consultation: Remember to factor in that first consultation fee, which is separate from the monthly medication cost.
• 3-Month Supply: Most services automatically send and bill for a 3-month supply at a time, so you'll pay a lump sum every three months.
• GoodRx/SingleCare: If you choose to pick up your prescription at a local pharmacy (an option with some of these services, or if your online doctor sends the Rx to your local pharmacy), always check discount cards like GoodRx or SingleCare. They can sometimes bring down the price even further than online mail-order, depending on the specific medication.
• State Regulations: Some states have specific regulations that might slightly impact pricing or services available.

To get the most accurate current pricing, it's always best to visit the specific provider's website and enter your location.