What is an Expected Cost for Flexi-T Copper IUD?

If you are considering an intrauterine device or IUD birth control, you may look at the copper IUD Canada residents rely on – Flexi-T. Cost is an understandable consideration. After effectiveness and ease of use, it is likely the primary thing women look at when doing research. 

The cost of an IUD is complex because there are many variables, like do you have healthcare insurance and what they will cover. An excellent place to start is by learning more about a copper IUD.

Women choose an IUD form of birth control because it offers long-term protection, whether their insurance company covers it or not. Copper IUDs are 99 percent effective protection against pregnancy. So, one in every 100 people who choose one for contraception will get pregnant.

There are two kinds of IUDs on the market: copper and hormonal. Hormonal IUDs work much like birth control pills or injections. They use hormones to stop ovulation. If you don't ovulate, there is no egg to fertilize, so you can't get pregnant.

Copper IUDs like Flexi-T take a different approach. They use a copper coil to repel sperm. Copper is a natural spermicide. You will ovulate if you have a copper IUD, but sperm will not enter the uterus. Without sperm, the egg is not fertilized, so you don't get pregnant.

Whether you choose a copper or hormonal IUD, you must see a healthcare provider. IUDs require a prescription, and a healthcare professional must insert them for you. Once in place, you leave the IUD in for five or more years before having it removed.

If cost is a concern, you will want to determine how much you need to pay, if anything, up front. That might mean contacting your insurance company to see what forms of birth control they cover.

The cost of a copper IUD in Canada can typically range from $80 to $350, depending on the type of IUD, the clinic or doctor's office, and any additional fees such as insertion or consultation fees. Most provincial and territorial health plans in Canada cover the cost of at least one type of IUD for residents. The coverage varies by province or territory, but in most cases, the cost of the IUD is fully covered by the government health plan.

For example, in Ontario, the government health plan covers the cost of both hormonal and non-hormonal IUDs. In British Columbia, residents can receive a hormonal IUD for free, but they may need to pay for a non-hormonal IUD. In Quebec, the government health plan covers the cost of a non-hormonal IUD but only partially covers the cost of a hormonal IUD.

If you do not have coverage through a government health plan or if you want to choose a specific type of IUD that is not covered, you may need to pay out-of-pocket. The cost of an IUD from a private clinic or doctor's office can be higher than the cost from a public health clinic or family planning centre.

In addition to the cost of the IUD itself, there may be additional fees for the consultation and insertion procedure. Some clinics may offer reduced or free services for those who cannot afford to pay.

It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about the cost of an IUD and any available coverage options. Your provider can help you choose the best type of IUD for your needs and budget, and can provide information on any financial assistance programs that may be available.

An IUD is one of the most effective and accessible forms of birth control on the market. They also work proactively, so they are suitable for emergency contraception. A copper IUD will protect you against pregnancy for up to five days before insertion. Find out what your insurance will pay towards getting a copper IUD today, and learn more about the Flexi-T by visiting our website.