Fertility Preservation Resources

Fertility Preservation Costs

Fertility preservation can be expensive, and is often not covered by insurance. The cost of freezing eggs or embryos can be from $10,000 to $20,000 for each cycle, including medication and initial storage costs. Ovarian tissue freezing costs are about the same. Ongoing storage costs can be $500 to $1,000 per year, but some storage companies have their own discount programs as well. 

Financial Assistance for Fertility Preservation

There are several financial assistance opportunities available to young women with breast cancer:

• Financial assistance for fertility preservation at participating centers through Livestrong Fertility's discount program, which offers at least 25% off services and free fertility stimulation medication through EMD Serono for eligible patients.
• Your insurance company may cover fertility treatments. Many states have laws requiring insurance to cover fertility treatments to some degree, though coverage scope varies widely. Ask your reproductive center to see if they offer any discounts or payment plans for cancer patients.

For more Information on fertility and family planning, check out these resources or search our ResourceLink database:

Talk to Another Young Woman

Connect with other young women affected by breast cancer who have dealt with fertility preservation and ask questions about family planning in our Peer Match program.