Artificial insemination is one of the most cost-effective treatments for infertility, and is often one of the first courses of treatment considered for infertile couples. Lesbian couples and single women also frequently use artificial insemination to get pregnant. Below, we will take a look at what influences the artificial insemination cost, as well as what you can expect at IVF1.‍

About Artificial Insemination

‍The simplest form of artificial insemination involves placing sperm from a donor or the male partner into the vagina of the woman. In most cases, intrauterine insemination (IUI) is performed instead of simple artificial insemination, because it is so much more effective. During IUI, sperm from the male partner or donor is placed in a centrifuge, which separates the healthy, motile sperm from less healthy sperm and from seminal proteins. This sperm is then placed in a catheter, which is placed through the cervix into the uterus. The sperm can then be deposited into the uterus. This procedure can address both male and female infertility, and is effective for the majority of patients. Because it is so cost effective, it is often one of the first lines of treatment for infertility.

Factors Affecting Artificial Insemination Cost

The cost of artificial insemination can vary from case to case depending on several factors, including:

• Use of donor sperm - Lesbian couples, single women, and couples where the male does not have enough healthy or motile sperm often turn to donor sperm. Donor sperm can be purchased through a sperm bank, and is more expensive than using the male partner's sperm.
• Use of fertility medication - Sometimes, artificial insemination cycles are performed without the use of medication. Most of the time, Clomid is used during the cycle; Clomid is a relatively affordable fertility medication. In some cases, the doctor may recommend injectable gonadotropins during the IUI cycle, which is more expensive.
• Type of artificial insemination - Conventional artificial insemination is less expensive to perform, but it is also much less effective than IUI, so IUI is more cost-effective in most cases.

Artificial Insemination Cost

‍At IVF1, IUI with Clomid is $300 - $400 depending on the amount of medication and monitoring required. The cost may be lower if Clomid is not used, and can be higher if donor sperm or injectable fertility medications are used. During your consultation, Dr. Randy Morris will discuss the potential cost of treatment in your unique case. Dr. Morris would be happy to meet with you about treatment for your infertility. To schedule your consultation today, please click below and enter your information or call IVF1 at (630) 357-6540.