If you are considering a vasectomy as a permanent birth control option , you will want to discuss the cost of the vasectomy procedure with your doctor as you make an informed decision. You’ll also want to discuss vasectomy insurance, side effects, the various techniques (such as the No-Scalpel Vasectomy technique), cost and risks. Whether or not you have found a vasectomy doctor, Locate a Doctor can provide information and help you to find a doctor to serve as an expert resource to advise you about all the forms of contraception and birth control.

A vasectomy is a minor surgical procedure and a very popular form of contraception in the United States and around the world. The chances of vasectomy complications and side effects are typically low, but important to discuss with your doctor who is a specialist – usually a urologist, family physician or general surgeon.

The vasectomy procedure is highly effective and considered to be simple and commonly performed in the doctor's office, so the cost is comparatively low among surgical procedures. The cost is significantly lower than the sterilization operation for women – 4 to 10 times less than tubal ligation , for example.

The cost of vasectomy is usually quite affordable, ranging from $300 to $1,200. There may be little or no out-of-pocket cost to you because health insurance programs often cover this procedure. About 85 percent of all insurance programs cover a vasectomy, and it may be included in your existing benefits.

Costs can vary depending on geographic location, the surgical technique – such as no-scalpel, no-needle, traditional -- and other variables.

Other affordability options

• If you don’t have insurance coverage, making the payment in cash is often the next best option. Sometimes a full, cash payment in advance earns a small discount. You may want to create a special savings program in your household budget.
• Most medical offices accept major credit cards, such as Visa or MasterCard. While this is often convenient, it could also mean an interest or finance charge by the credit card company, and that could add to your total cost. 
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• As you responsibly manage your personal financial affairs, another option may be to use a combination of some cash and some credit.
• For more information about vasectomies or to use an online FIND A DOCTOR directory, CLICK HERE .
  
  

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