IVF Cost

The first thought that comes to mind when most people consider in vitro fertilization (IVF) is not about its complexity or even its success rate. It’s about cost. Undeniably, IVF costs significantly more per attempt than alternative approaches such as intrauterine insemination (IUI) or a Clomid cycle with timed intercourse. However, although it may seem like a good idea to keep expenses low, one needs to consider the cumulative cost of having to repeat a low-cost procedure multiple times due to its lower success rates compared with IVF. (See my post “IUI vs. IVF: Cost Factor Revisited.”)

IUI vs. IVF: Cost Factor Revisited

When we are faced with multiple options, we typically consider not only their efficacy but also their cost. This is especially true with regard to assisted reproduction. Although the efficacy of a procedure can never be guaranteed, the cost can be substantial and, for many of us, even prohibitive. But is the least expensive option necessarily the first line of action you should pursue? The answer often depends on your age.