Frequently Asked Questions

Getting abortion pills by mail in New York 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 New York health insurance plans, including Medicaid, 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. New York has some of the strongest patient privacy protections in the country. New York law explicitly prohibits cooperation with out-of-state investigations related to abortion care received in New York.

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

Are telehealth abortions legal in New York?

Does my insurance cover abortion pills?

Does Pills By Post take my insurance?

Is my information kept private?

I am a minor in New York 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?