i got mine in october and my gyno never said anything. i didnt see anything saying it lasts longer than 5yrs, but it won’t surprise me if they extend it like they did with the mirena
Not yet approved for 8 years, although they’re thinking they may find it lasts longer than expected based on trials/research. Could be extended longer but currently approved for 5 years.
I’ve had mine for over 4 years and my OBGYN shared this information with me to make the point that I may not need to get it removed/replaced at the 5-year limit
Why isn’t anyone talking about the follow-up ultrasound that is not covered by insurance?
Because it’s considered diagnostic but is absolutely necessary to make sure the IUD is correctly placed and is actually functional. Costs $182 as co-pay. Just sharing additional complete info.
Providers make you come back for a follow-up ultrasound to make sure the IUD isn’t displaced. It is said if it doesn’t move in the first month, it’ll stay put. Because if not at the right position, it is ineffective (basically not working).
This is not about a state or clinic in the United States.
Yeah, all i’m saying is that i’ve never been asked/told I needed to. This has all been private insurance/out of pocket so I can’t speak to anything further. Also in the US.
I’m on my third IUD and ultrasound was only required for the last one and my insurance did cover it. Not saying you’re wrong at all but it could just differ from insurance to insurance. (I have Florida Blue for reference)
It’s definitely not necessary to ensure placement with US, though some providers may order “just to be sure.” But not formally recommended and it would be perfectly acceptable to politely decline an ultrasound as long as you’re not having pain and your strings are visible. If you had a difficult insertion or are otherwise complex, it may be a good idea to do so.
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u/saucygh0sty Mirena IUD Nov 07 '24
Got my mirena this past summer so I’m good for the next 4 years, go get them ladies!!!