Sperm Bank Selection — Testing, Quarantine, CMV, Rh
This article explains sperm bank selection — testing, quarantine, CMV, Rh within the Donor Options (Eggs vs Embryos vs Sperm) pathway. We focus on practical choices that shape outcomes, budgets, and timelines—so you can move forward with confidence. What It Is Sperm Bank Selection — Testing, Quarantine, CMV, Rh in plain English: how to choose […]
Estrace Priming and Cycle Scheduling
This article explains Estrace priming and cycle scheduling within the IVF Protocols & Medications pathway. It focuses on decisions that meaningfully impact outcomes, timing, and budgeting—so you can plan your cycle with confidence and fewer surprises. What It Is Estrace priming is the use of estrogen tablets before starting an IVF cycle. It helps coordinate […]
Costs and Insurance for Genetic Testing
Genetic testing can range from ₹3,000 to ₹60,000+ (or $50 to $1,200 internationally), depending on: the type of test the lab that runs it whether it’s medically necessary your insurance plan or country-specific coverage rules In simple terms:Genetic testing prices vary widely because each test has different complexity, reporting, and insurance requirements. Understanding what you […]
Budget Scenarios — Base, Expected, Contingency
This article explains budget scenarios — base, expected, and contingency within the International Surrogacy & Cross-Border Care pathway. It focuses on the choices that actually change outcomes, budgets, and timelines, helping you plan with confidence rather than guesswork. What It Is Budget Scenarios — Base, Expected, Contingency in plain English: a structured way to organize […]
Hydration and Electrolytes — Small Wins
Key Takeaways Hydration directly impacts hormones, fertility, energy, digestion, and metabolic stability. Electrolytes—especially sodium, potassium, and magnesium—help cells function optimally. Even mild dehydration can affect cervical mucus, egg quality, sperm health, and embryo development. Small wins like morning hydration, mineral-rich foods, and balanced electrolytes can create outsized benefits. Choosing the right electrolyte sources matters more […]
Appeals After Denials — Templates and Tactics
Appeals After Denials — Templates and Tactics is a practical approach to overturning insurance denials using documentation, timing, and medical necessity.It helps you understand: Why denials happen What insurers consider valid evidence How to request internal reviews, external reviews, and expedited appeals How appeal letters should be structured (with sample templates) How to use clinical […]
Parental Rights and Adoption Considerations
Parental rights and adoption considerations refer to the legal steps required to establish who the legal parents are before, during, and after a surrogacy journey. Because U.S. surrogacy laws vary drastically by state, intended parents may need: Pre-birth orders (PBOs) Post-birth orders (POBs) Confirmatory adoption (common for LGBTQ+ or single parents in certain states) Second-parent […]
Insurance Appeals and Reimbursements
This article explains insurance appeals and reimbursements within the International Surrogacy & Cross-Border Care pathway. It focuses on the decisions that actually change outcomes, budgets, and timelines—so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. What It Is Insurance Appeals and Reimbursements in plain English: understanding what your policy can cover, what it won’t cover, […]
Variants of Uncertain Significance — How to Think About Them
A variant of uncertain significance (VUS) is a genetic finding where the lab sees a change in the DNA, but science cannot yet classify it as: harmful (pathogenic) harmless (benign) It is the genetic equivalent of:“Something is here, but we don’t know if it matters.” Because VUS findings are common—especially in expanded carrier screening and […]
Prior Authorizations — How to Win Approvals
Prior Authorizations — How to Win Approvals means understanding the insurer’s decision-making process before treatment begins.In plain English, it helps you see: What procedures and medications require prior authorization Why insurers deny requests (and how to prevent it) How medical notes, diagnosis codes, and timing influence outcomes How IVF, donor cycles, or surrogacy interact with […]
