Frequently Asked Questions

Getting abortion pills by mail in California is legal, private, and simple with Pills by Post. Our board-certified physician provides a telehealth consultation for medication abortion and, if appropriate, ships FDA-approved abortion pills directly to your door for $135. Prefer to pick up in person? You also have the option of picking up your abortion pills at a local CVS pharmacy for just $70 — a separate pharmacy fee may apply depending on your insurance.

Most California health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, are required to cover abortion costs. Pills by Post does not bill insurance directly, but financial assistance is available to anyone who needs it — just ask.

Your privacy is protected. California has some of the strongest patient privacy protections in the country. California law explicitly prohibits cooperation with out-of-state investigations related to abortion care received in California.

If you are a minor in California, you do not need to tell your parent or ask for their permission to get an abortion. Your care is completely confidential.

Is it legal in California to get abortion pills by mail?

Does my insurance cover abortion pills?

Does Pills By Post take my insurance?

Is my information kept private?

I am a minor and I do not want my parent(s) to find out I am pregnant or having an abortion.

Do I need an ultrasound before taking the abortion pills?