Undergoing In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) in the U.S. can be expensive, especially if advanced technologies such as PGT-A/PGS (Preimplantation Genetic Testing) are involved. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
💲 Average IVF Costs in the U.S.
| Item | Cost Range (USD) |
|---|---|
| Basic IVF Cycle | $12,000 – $18,000 |
| Fertility Medications | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| Embryo Freezing (optional) | $1,000 – $2,000 |
| Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) | $3,000 – $5,000 |
| PGT-A/PGS Genetic Testing | $4,000 – $7,000 |
| Embryo Storage (yearly) | $500 – $1,000/year |
Total Estimated Cost:
- Basic IVF + meds: $15,000 – $25,000
- IVF + PGT-A: $25,000 – $35,000+
- With egg donation or surrogacy: May exceed $50,000
🧾 Breakdown of IVF Charges
- Initial Consultation & Exams
- Includes hormone testing, ultrasound, semen analysis, etc.
- Cost: $300 – $1,000
- Fertility Medications
- Often imported and expensive
- Cost: $3,000 – $6,000 depending on your response
- Egg Retrieval & Embryo Creation
- Includes lab fertilization and culture fees
- Cost: $8,000 – $12,000
- PGT-A / PGS (Genetic Screening)
- Enhances success by selecting chromosomally normal embryos
- Cost: Around $4,000 – $7,000 (usually $400–$600 per embryo)
- Embryo Freezing & Storage
- Freezing: $1,000 – $2,000
- Storage: $500 – $1,000 per year
- Embryo Transfer
- Includes hormone therapy, procedure, and follow-up
- Cost: $3,000 – $5,000
- Optional Costs
- Egg donors: $10,000 – $20,000+
- Surrogacy: $80,000 – $150,000+
- Repeated IVF cycles if not successful the first time
📌 Helpful Tips
- Prices vary significantly by location:
- Higher costs in California, New York, and Boston
- More affordable options in Texas, Florida, and Midwest states
- Some clinics offer IVF packages or multi-cycle discounts
- Higher prices don’t always guarantee higher success—research is key