New York Abortion Cost and How to Get One
This article walks you through the cost of abortion in New York, breaking down prices, insurance coverage, financial help, and how to access care. Abortion pill prices in New York range from $0 with insurance to $600, depending on your provider, location, and financial assistance options. However, the cost of a medication abortion in New York can be lower with insurance or through a virtual provider like Hey Jane.
Abortion Costs in New York
- Procedural in-clinic abortion (avg.): $701 to $850*
- Abortion pills (avg.): $600
- Abortion pills with Hey Jane: $299 to $499 (and as low as $0 with insurance)
*Depending on the gestational age of the pregnancy. Source: ANSIRH Trends in Abortion Care in the United States, 2017–2023.
Insurance and Financial Assistance
Will my insurance cover an abortion in New York?
Most likely, yes! Private insurance and New York Medicaid can bring the cost of abortion care to as low as $0 depending on your plan. Hey Jane patients who get treatment in New York can use Aetna, Anthem BlueCross BlueShield (Empire), BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Oscar, and Sana Benefits insurance plans to pay for their medication abortion. We're actively working to expand coverage.
Does Medicaid cover abortion in New York?
Yes! If you do not have Medicaid before becoming pregnant, you may be able to get pregnancy-related Medicaid which covers abortion.
Can I get help paying for an abortion?
Yes—abortion funds can cover the full or partial cost of treatment as well as travel if you're not able to get care locally. Cost should never be a barrier to abortion care. Hey Jane offers several ways to lower the cost of care, including:
- Insurance coverage that can bring cost as low as $0
- Income-based pricing for all patients paying out of pocket
- Using HSA or FSA accounts to pay for treatment
- Get care now and pay over time through Affirm
- Financial assistance from Hey Jane’s abortion fund partners
Insurance coverage is not required to get care with Hey Jane—you can also pay for care with Apple Pay, Google Pay, debit and credit card.
Where Can I Get an Abortion in New York?
Abortion is legal throughout the state of New York from big cities like NYC and Buffalo to more rural towns. Depending on factors like where you live in New York and how far along your pregnancy is, you may have access to nearby in-person clinics. If not, you can travel to clinics somewhere else in the state, or opt for virtual care from a clinic like Hey Jane where you can consult with a licensed provider via chat or video call, have abortion pills mailed to you, and take treatment from the comfort of home.
Providers by City (Medication abortion pills via Hey Jane)
- Albany, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
- Binghamton, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
- Bronx, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
- Brooklyn, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
- Buffalo, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
- New York, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
- Queens, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
- Rochester, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
- Syracuse, NY: Medication abortion pills (Hey Jane), Procedure (In-person clinic)
How to Get an Abortion at Home in New York
Hey Jane is the leading provider of at-home abortion care in the US. We offer medication abortion care for people who are at least 18 years old and are up to 10 weeks pregnant. You do not need to be a resident of New York to get care with Hey Jane.
If you’re eligible, our clinical care team will guide you through the process to receive FDA-approved abortion pills. Our fast turnaround times ensure the medications are delivered quickly to your door. We offer ongoing support from our clinical care team, 24/7 support for urgent medical needs, and helpful resources. We also provide financial assistance and accept patients regardless of immigration status.