Yesterday, I had my follow-up visit with Dr. McKeeby. We reviewed my blood work and the results of Joe's urologist visit. It turns out that because I was on Depo-Provera (birth control shot) for so long (12 years) that I cannot continue fertility treatment until I have been off of that birth control for 12 months or my cycle is regular (whichever is later). This will put us well into July. We're trying to think positively, though, and this will give us extra time to save some money.
On that note, I also spoke with the financial coordinator, Darlene. She is wonderful. She told me that Joe's sperm harvesting procedure (TESA-testicular sperm extraction) was probably covered by his insurance (normal cost is $1400 plus doctor fees), and my insurance will provide a $5000 lifetime maximum for fertility treatment. That helps us immensely. We calculated the price tag, including medications, to be around $15000-$18000. Ouch. So, we can definitely use the extra time to save our money.
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