Hot flashes, night sweats, reduced libido, vaginal dryness, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and mood changes–these are all symptoms of menopause and can cause significant discomfort and distress.
Fortunately, biodentical hormones offer women a more natural way to alleviate unwanted effects of menopause and improve their quality of life.
While many patients are eager to start biodentical hormone replacement therapy, they may also have a number of questions about the treatment, including: Are hormones covered by my insurance?
To find out the answer to this question and learn all about bioidentical hormones, read on.
What Are Bioidentical Hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are an alternative form of hormone replacement therapy and used to alleviate the signs and symptoms of menopause.
Unlike synthetic hormones, bioidentical estrogen and progesterone are molecularly and structurally identical to those that are produced by ovaries. Accordingly, when bioidentical hormones bind to receptor cites, they function in the same manner as naturally-produced hormones, and the body cannot tell the difference between them.
How Are Bioidentical Hormones Made?
If you are wondering – Are hormones covered by my insurance? – it’s important to understand how biodentical hormones are made.
Bioidentical hormones are derived from a plant chemical extract found in yams and soy. They are often available by prescription at a drugstore or may be prepared by a compounding pharmacy.
Are Hormones Covered by My Insurance?
Now for the question on everyone’s mind – Are hormones covered by my insurance?
Your insurance company may offer coverage for bioidentical hormones that are FDA-approved and dispensed by a drugstore. However, it may be more difficult to receive coverage or reimbursement for biodentical hormones that are custom-mixed by a compounding pharmacy.
That being said, it is best to contact your insurance carrier directly to determine plan coverage and benefit eligibility.
Learn More About Bioidentical Hormones
For additional information about bioidentical hormones, please call our office today to schedule a comprehensive consultation with board-certified gynecologist Dr. Melinda Hall