What doctor can put you on birth control?
You need to see a doctor or nurse to get the types of birth control that work best to prevent pregnancy — like the IUD, implant, shot, pill, patch, or ring. You can get these kinds of birth control from your regular doctor or gynecologist, or at your nearest Planned Parenthood health center.
Can a doctor refuse to put you on birth control?
Under the Trump-Pence administration’s refusal policies, health care workers in the U.S. and around the globe can deny patients services like birth control, abortion, sterilization, hormone therapy, and HPV vaccines. There are no protections for patients, not even in an emergency.
Can my doctor prescribe me birth control?
You need a prescription for birth control pills. You can get a prescription from a doctor or nurse at a doctor’s office, health clinic, or your local Planned Parenthood health center.
How can I get birth control without a pap?
Planned Parenthood clinicians may prescribe hormonal methods of birth control without requiring a pelvic exam. We call this service HOPE, short for Hormonal Option without Pelvic Exam. Many women qualify. Hormonal Option without Pelvic Exam is a good option for some women.
What happens when you ask your doctor for birth control?
Your health care provider will want to talk with you about your medical history and check your blood pressure. You might also need a pelvic exam. Your health care provider may also want to know about your sex life and sexual history: how many partners you’ve had, what kind of birth control you currently use, etc.
Why is it so hard to get birth control?
It may sound simple, but obtaining a prescription is actually one of the main barriers preventing many women from getting the medication they need. It’s difficult for many people to find the time to schedule and travel to a doctor’s appointment, and oftentimes, it’s too expensive.
Do I have to get a pap smear every year for birth control?
An annual exam is not needed to stay on the birth control pill, although a blood pressure check may be needed for some women. Refilling birth control pills over the phone is simply part of the job.
How do I tell my doctor I want birth control?
Make an appointment with your general doctor or gynecologist . Or you can go to your local Planned Parenthood (or student health center if your school has one). Don’t be afraid to discuss birth control or sex with your doctor.
How much is birth control monthly?
Birth control pills cost between $0–$50 a month. They can be totally free with most health insurance plans, or if you qualify for some government programs. You can get a prescription for the birth control pill from a doctor or nurse at a doctor’s office, health clinic, or your local Planned Parenthood health center.
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