Circle Medical providers offer personalized guidance on a range of contraception options, when appropriate, including:

• Oral contraceptives (birth control pills)
• Patches, vaginal rings
• Mini-depot injections (a low-dose injectable contraceptive option)
• Long-term options, such as Nexplanon (arm implant) and IUD removal (uncomplicated cases)

Our board-certified providers work with you to determine which method best fits your lifestyle and health needs.

Many contraception needs can be addressed virtually. A board-certified provider will review your medical history and goals to determine safe options. Prescriptions for pills, patches, or rings can be sent to your pharmacy. In-person visits are required for methods like Nexplanon insertion or IUD removal. If needed, you may be referred to an OB-GYN for specialized care.

Yes, all contraception care at Circle Medical begins with a comprehensive evaluation by a board-certified provider. This ensures that any recommendations or prescriptions are safe, appropriate, and tailored to your health needs. We do not offer asynchronous care (care without a live provider interaction), as your safety and well-being are our top priorities.

Your provider will take the time to understand your health history, family planning goals, and preferences. Together, you'll discuss the pros, cons, and effectiveness of various options, such as pills, patches, rings, or implants. By offering evidence-based, personalized care, we'll help you find the method that works best for your body and lifestyle.

If you're experiencing side effects like spotting, mood changes, or discomfort, our providers can help evaluate your current method and discuss potential alternatives. Follow-up appointments allow us to ensure your contraception plan is a good fit and make adjustments as needed. Please note: If needed, you may be referred to an OB-GYN for specialized care.

It depends on the type of contraception you're considering.

• For options like pills, patches, or rings, a virtual evaluation may be sufficient, and prescriptions can be sent to your preferred pharmacy.
• For procedures like Nexplanon insertion/removal or uncomplicated IUD removals, an in-person visit at one of our clinic locations will be required.

Your provider will guide you through the next steps based on your individual needs and preferences.

Yes, birth control and contraceptives can be used for more than just preventing pregnancy. Many people use them to manage a variety of health conditions, including:

• Regulating menstrual cycles: Birth control pills, patches, and other hormonal methods can help make periods more regular.
• Reducing menstrual pain: Hormonal contraceptives can decrease the severity of cramps and discomfort during periods.
• Treating acne: Some birth control pills can improve acne by reducing androgen levels, which affect oil production in the skin.
• Managing endometriosis: Hormonal contraceptives can help alleviate the pain and symptoms associated with endometriosis.
• Controlling heavy or prolonged bleeding: Certain types of birth control can help reduce the amount and duration of menstrual bleeding.
• Preventing ovarian cysts: Hormonal birth control can reduce the likelihood of developing ovarian cysts.
• Improving symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): Birth control can help regulate hormones and reduce symptoms such as irregular periods or excess hair growth.

If you think birth control might help with a specific condition or concern, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with one of our providers to discuss the best options for your needs.

For a detailed breakdown of what you need for your first appointment with Circle Medical, read the article below:

How to Prepare for Your First Appointment

Virtual appointments allow our patients to see their providers in the comfort of their own homes. Our providers are also able to offer more flexible hours beyond what in-person doctor's offices provide.

If any in-person care is needed, such as bloodwork, vaccinations, or other testing, our providers are able to send the appropriate request to one of our 4,000+ partner lab locations that is convenient for you. Results will be integrated with our HIPAA-compliant mobile app so that patients have access to all of their medical records in one secure place.

For those with insurance, cost will depend on the specific type of care you receive and the coverage of your insurance plan. We provide a cost estimate based on each patient's insurance plan when they book an appointment.

For those without insurance, we provide the self-pay costs of each appointment when a patient is booking their appointment.

Circle Medical is currently offering care in 26 states and the District of Columbia. To see our full list of currently available states, begin booking an appointment.

You must be currently residing in the state of treatment as well as have your primary pharmacy be in that same state in order to be a patient at our practice.

Standard video appointments are 30 minutes, other appointment type lengths may vary.

We provide a cost estimate when you are booking your appointment. For those with insurance, your actual cost is determined after we submit the insurance claim for your appointment. Once we submit the claim, insurance companies will pay for a portion of the appointment and pass on any remaining cost to you. Once we know what this cost is, we will update you with an invoice within the app.

For those with insurance, it typically takes 1-3 weeks for the insurance claim to be processed. Once processed, we'll send you an invoice within the app with any remaining costs. You can then opt to pay through the app, or we will automatically charge the payment card on file after 48 hours of sending you the invoice.

For those without insurance (or with out of network insurance), we will send you the invoice 1-2 days after your appointment is completed. You can then opt to pay through the app, or we will automatically charge the payment card on file after 48 hours of sending you the invoice.

We accept over 1,500+ insurance plans. We cover most of the major PPO insurance companies (payors) across the United States. The best way to confirm coverage of your insurance plan is to begin booking an appointment on our website or via our mobile app. During the booking process, you'll be prompted to enter your insurance information for a real-time verification of your insurance plan.

The best way to confirm your insurance plan coverage is to call the Member Services phone number on the back of your insurance card. Once you are able to confirm your coverage and your primary care copay costs, you can use the in-app chat to message our team with the information. We'll then follow up with confirmation.

Your per-appointment costs are set by your insurance plan. If the costs seem high, you may be on a high deductible health plan (HDHP). This means that you have an annual out-of-pocket amount that you must pay on healthcare in a given year before your insurance plan will cover more of your per-appointment costs.

If you are on an HDHP and have confirmed your insurance information in our mobile app, your remaining deductible for the year will be displayed on the “Book Appointment” page. Note that this amount may be outdated if you have had recent insurance claims processed.