Birth control near me

Find personalized birth control options in Atlanta, Washington DC, and Chicago areas.

Find birth control that works for you

Choosing birth control is personal, and we're here to help you find an option that fits your needs. Our health centers in Atlanta, Chicago, and Washington, DC offer birth control pills, IUDs, the Nexplanon implant, the Depo-Provera shot, and emergency contraception. Vasectomy services are also available at our Chicago-area health center.

We accept many insurance plans and Medicaid for IUDs, Nexplanon, and the Depo shot. Birth control pills and emergency contraception are available for purchase at our health centers, or your insurance may cover them when prescribed through a pharmacy.

Not sure which option is right for you? Explore the different birth control methods below. Our healthcare providers can also answer your questions and help you find the option that works best for you.

Compare birth control options available at carafem

Method	How well it works	How long it lasts	Visit needed?	Self-pay cost
Birth control pills	About 93% effective with typical use	Take one pill every day	Yes, to start or renew	$15 a month*
IUD (Liletta or Paragard)	More than 99% effective	Up to 8 years (Liletta) or up to 10 years (Paragard)	Yes	Between $700-$1200, with an $185 insertion fee
Birth control implant (Nexplanon)	More than 99% effective	Up to 5 years	Yes	$1200, plus an $185 insertion fee
Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)	About 96% effective with typical use	3 months per shot	Yes	$100 per injection*
Emergency Contraception (Plan B)	Works best the sooner you take it, ideally within 3 days of unprotected sex	One dose	Usually no appointment needed, but call before coming in	$25 per dose when purchased at a health center†
Vasectomy (Chicago location only)	More than 99% effective	Permanent	Yes	$500, one time

* A $50 visit fee applies when starting birth control pills or the shot and once a year when the prescription is renewed. It isn’t charged for every refill or injection visit.

† There’s no visit fee when you buy emergency contraception at a health center. A $50 visit fee applies if Ella is sent to a pharmacy.

Where to get birth control near me

Birth control is available at carafem health centers in Atlanta, Chicago, and Washington, DC. Schedule your appointment online or call (855) 729-2272.

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Birth control pills

Birth control pills help prevent pregnancy when taken every day. With typical use, including missing a pill or taking one late, they're about 93% effective.

Some pills contain both estrogen and progestin, while others contain only progestin. A healthcare provider can help you choose a pill based on your medical history and personal preferences, including goals like lighter periods, clearer skin, fewer cramps, or managing mood changes related to your menstrual cycle.

If one pill doesn't work well for you, there are other options to explore.

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Intrauterine devices

IUDs

An IUD is a small, T-shaped device a provider places in your uterus to prevent pregnancy. Once it's in place, there's nothing to remember each day. We offer two types of IUDs:

Liletta (hormonal IUD): Similar to Mirena, Liletta contains progestin and prevents pregnancy for up to 8 years. It can also help make heavy periods lighter.
Paragard (copper IUD): A hormone-free option that prevents pregnancy for up to 10 years.

Both IUDs are more than 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. You can have your IUD removed at any time if you want to switch methods or no longer need birth control.

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Depo-Provera

Birth control shot

Depo-Provera, DMPA or simply "the shot" uses a hormone called progestin to prevent pregnancy and doesn't contain estrogen. You get an injection every 3 months, so there's no daily pill to remember or device to have inserted.

The Depo shot is about 96% effective with typical use. Getting your injections on schedule helps keep you from getting pregnant.

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Nexplanon

Birth control implants

Nexplanon is a small, flexible rod that goes just under the skin of your upper arm. It releases a hormone called progestin to prevent pregnancy and doesn't contain estrogen.

Nexplanon is more than 99% effective and works for up to 5 years, so there's no daily pill to remember each day. If you decide you want to get pregnant or try another birth control method, a provider can remove it at any time.

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Plan B

Emergency Contraception

Emergency contraception, often called Plan B or the morning-after pill, can help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if your birth control fails. It works best when taken as soon as possible but won't end an existing pregnancy.

The Paragard (copper) IUD can also be used as emergency contraception when placed within 5 days of unprotected sex. It's more than 99% effective as ongoing birth control and can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years.

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Permanent birth control

Vasectomy

A vasectomy is a quick procedure for people who are completely sure they do not want children in the future, as it is a permanent form of surgical sterilization. It works by keeping sperm out of semen, preventing pregnancy.

A vasectomy doesn't work right away. You'll need to use another birth control method until a follow-up semen test confirms it's effective, usually around 3 months later.

Vasectomy services are available at our Chicago-area health center.

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How much does birth control cost without insurance?

Birth control costs vary depending on the method you choose. Most birth control appointments at carafem have a $50 visit fee, with some exceptions. Here's what you can expect to pay without insurance:

Birth control pills: $15 per month.
Emergency contraception (Plan B): $25 per dose.
Depo shot: $100 per injection.
IUD: Ranges from $700-$1200, depending on type. There is also an $185 insertion fee, but no additional visit fee.
Nexplanon implant: $1200, plus an $185 insertion fee. There is no additional visit fee.
Vasectomy: $500 at our Chicago health center.

If you have any questions, please call us at (855) 729-2272 for a cost estimate.

If you don't have insurance, you may qualify for financial assistance for certain options. Call us at (855) 729-2272 at least 24 hours before your appointment to learn what's available and see if you qualify.

Liletta IUD: If you don't have insurance, you may qualify for a program that covers the cost of the Liletta IUD. The $185 insertion fee is not covered, and availability may vary.
Nexplanon implant: If you don't have insurance and meet income requirements, you may qualify for a discounted Nexplanon implant through the Direct Relief program. Availability may vary, and it can take a few weeks to receive the implant.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, we accept many insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicaid. Depending on your plan, insurance may cover some or all of your visit, IUD, Nexplanon implant, or Depo shot.

Birth control pills and emergency contraception are self-pay when purchased at our health centers, even if insurance covers your visit. Your insurance may cover these medications when prescribed through a pharmacy instead. Vasectomy services are also self-pay only.

Not sure what's covered? Call us at (855) 729-2272. We're happy to help you understand your benefits and what you can expect to pay.

Yes, you'll need an appointment to get birth control pills, an IUD, the Nexplanon implant, or the Depo shot. A healthcare provider can answer your questions and help you choose the option that's right for you.

You can usually get emergency contraception pills without an appointment. Just call us at (855) 729-2272 before stopping by to make sure someone is available to help.

carafem offers two hormone-free birth control options: the Paragard copper IUD and vasectomy. Paragard provides long-term pregnancy prevention and can be removed by a healthcare provider whenever you choose. Vasectomy is intended to be permanent.

Other hormone-free options include condoms and fertility awareness methods, which involve tracking your menstrual cycle to identify the days when pregnancy is most likely.

Need help with birth control?

We're here to answer your questions and help you find the right option. When you're ready, schedule online or call us at (855) 729-2272.

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