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Planned Parenthood, Bixby Health Center

Planned Parenthood, Bixby Health Center is an abortion clinic in Los Angeles, California that offers abortion pills up to 11 weeks.

You can use most insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, at Planned Parenthood. If you are uninsured or traveling for care, the cost is based on your income.

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  • Abortion pill (medication abortion) services are available by appointment only.

    This clinic has an online booking tool, but abortion appointments cannot currently be booked online. We recommend calling to make an appointment. Call hours are Monday through Friday 7 am to 6 pm and Saturdays 7:30 am to 4 pm.

    You can use most insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, at Planned Parenthood. If you are uninsured or traveling for care, the cost is based on your income.

     Professional memberships

    This provider is not a member of Abortion Care Network or National Abortion Federation

    These organizations have criteria that providers must meet annually to maintain membership.

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    Counseling

    Spanish, Interpretation by telephone available for other languages

Hours

Timezone: Pacific Daylight Time

Monday

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tuesday

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Friday

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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What are your biggest questions?

  • How much do abortions cost?

    In the US, the average cost of a first-trimester abortion (up to 12 weeks) averages between $500-600 in most of the country.

    The average cost of second-trimester abortion often goes up by week of pregnancy. It can vary from $500 to $12,000.

    California requires abortion coverage for all health plans regulated by the state. California also has free or low-cost programs that can help you pay for an abortion if you need it. Minor Consent Medi-Cal, in particular, is a good option for young people to ensure confidential access.

    When calling a clinic, it may be helpful to ask what the price of an abortion is based on how long ago your last period was. If you need help paying for an abortion, let the clinic know. They may be able to offer help or connect you with a local abortion fund.

  • What’s an in-clinic abortion like?

    An in-clinic abortion takes place in a clinic or hospital. They’re medically very safe and 99% effective. There’s a variety of names used for in-clinic abortions, as well as different types. Some names you might come across are surgical abortion, procedural abortion, dilation and evacuation (D&E), dilation and curettage (D&C), or vacuum aspiration. It can be a bit overwhelming keeping track of all of these! What’s important is they’re all very safe and effective.

    With a first trimester in-clinic abortion (up to 12 weeks), your doctor will numb and dilate your cervix in order to insert a narrow flexible tube into your uterus. The tube will then remove the pregnancy tissue with suction. The suction portion takes about a minute and the entire procedure takes around 10 to 20 minutes.

    If you need an abortion later in pregnancy (over 13 weeks), you’ll likely have what’s called a dilation and evacuation (D&E). It may take place over two consecutive days and require multiple visits to a provider. This procedure also involves suction to empty your uterus.

    One thing to keep in mind is that in-clinic abortions later in pregnancy cost more with fewer providers to choose from. That’s why it’s helpful to contact a verified clinic as soon as you’re able to.

    Some clinics offer pain and sedation medications to help you feel more comfortable before, during, and/or after the procedure. Be sure to ask the clinic before you arrive about your options.

    If you can't afford an abortion, or the costs associated with getting there or taking time off of work, there are organizations like ACCESS RJ that are ready to help. The State of California also has many programs that can help with costs.

    To compare the differences between in-clinic abortions, abortions with pills via a clinic, and ordering pills online, check out our Types of Abortion Guide.

  • What happens with abortion pills?

    Medication abortion is a way to terminate a pregnancy by using medications. It’s often called the ‘abortion pill' though it's technically two drugs: Mifeprex and Misoprostol.

    Abortion pills are accessible both in an in-clinic setting and online. In the United States, medical professionals most often prescribe them to people less than 12 weeks pregnant, though abortion pills are safe and effective throughout pregnancy.

    In a clinic setting, you will typically swallow a tablet of Mifeprex in the clinic. This pill is designed to stop the growth of the pregnancy and prepare your body to pass pregnancy tissue. Your provider will send you home with tablets of Misoprostol and instructions for the next step.

    At home, you should expect to have cramping and bleeding. You may also experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever and chills. For most people, the abortion will be complete within 24 hours. Most clinics will schedule a followup appointment to confirm the pregnancy has been terminated.

    For more information on the abortion pill and ordering online, check out Plan C's website. For one person's account with ordering online, check out this Reddit post.

    If you'd like peer support and info throughout the process of planning or having an abortion with pills at home, call or text Reprocare - open 7 days a week at 833-226-7821

  • What are the abortion laws in California?

    Abortion in California is legal until "viability". Abortions after viability are banned except when the life of the pregnant person is at risk. Otherwise, there are no significant restrictions on abortion, such as parental consent, age limits, or waiting periods. In addition, abortion services are covered by state-funded health insurance.

    Providers are required to distribute materials prepared by the state and/or conduct state-directed counseling.

    Despite the relative accessibility of abortion in California, you should still take care to avoid crisis pregnancy centers or fake clinics. In many states, there are more of these than actual abortion providers, and they will come up when you search Google or the phone book. All providers on ineedana.com have been verified as real providers.

    We work diligently to keep this site as updated as possible. If you find something that is out of date on this site, please fill out this form.

  • I need help. Who can I talk to?

    We’ve tried to provide answers and clear information on what to expect in seeking abortion access on this site because, we get it, we all hate talking on the phone. However, speaking to a knowledgeable counselor can actually feel great.

    ACCESS is a California organization that provides a healthline and practical support for people seeking abortions. You can call them at
    English 1.800.376.4636
    Español 1.888.442.2237

    They provide free and confidential information, referrals, advocacy and peer counseling on the full range of reproductive and sexual health issues, with a special expertise in pregnancy options and abortion services. They can help you find a clinic, navigate using insurance, get a ride to and from your appointment, as well offering counseling on various options. Their services are open to all folks living in California -- your age, income, insurance or immigration status does not matter!

    ALL-OPTIONS talkline is another great resource to speak to someone about… all of your options. You can talk to them if you’re trying to decide what to do about a pregnancy, or if you’re feeling complicated emotions about a decision you’ve already made. They’re happy to talk about anything related to pregnancy, abortion, adoption, and parenting related. Their hotline is toll free and available Mon-Fri 10-1am, Sat-Sun 10-6pm EST

    CALL 1-888-493-0092 Still not ready to pick up the phone? On the internet, there's an incredible community on reddit at /r/abortion, ready to help. You can sign up and create a "throwaway" account to message the group. If you'd still like to do some personal research before talking to anyone, check out this Pregnancy Options Workbook from Cedar River Clinics. Have a suggestion for another question we should include on the site? Let us know!"

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