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Abortion in California is safe and legal
If you're in California and need abortion care, you have safe, legal options including care you can access from home. This guide walks you through what abortion costs in California, what state law allows, and where you can find trusted providers.
Hey Jane is a leading virtual abortion clinic serving patients across the U.S., including California. If you're up to 10 weeks pregnant, you can consult with a Hey Jane provider in 1 business day and have FDA-approved abortion pills delivered to any California address with free 2-3 business day shipping and discreet packaging. Care is privately and typically cheaper than in-person clinics.
How much does an abortion cost in California?
Does insurance cover the cost of abortion in California?
Most likely, yes! California Senate Bill 245 states that health insurance plans, including both private insurance and Medi-Cal, cannot require individuals to pay any additional out-of-pocket costs. This includes deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance for abortion and abortion-related services.
As of October 2026, Hey Jane only accepts select private insurance plans in California, including:
- Blue Shield of California
- Sana Benefits
Check with your insurance provider by calling the number on the back of your card to confirm your specific coverage.
Does Medi-Cal cover abortion in California?
Yes. Abortion care is covered by Medi-Cal, California's Medicaid program. Want to learn more? Here are the steps you can take:
- Review California state policies: Go to the state’s Medi-Cal website to see details about how California offers state funding to cover abortion care beyond the Hyde exceptions.
- Reach out to your Medi-Cal provider: On your Medi-Cal card, there should be a number you can call to speak with a representative about abortion coverage including procedural, medication, in-person, and/or telehealth abortion. They can also help you find a provider that accepts Medi-Cal.
- Ask your abortion provider: Don’t hesitate to ask your abortion provider for support. They can help you navigate your Medi-Cal plan coverage.
Can I get help paying for an abortion in California?
Yes, abortion funds can cover the full or partial cost of treatment as well as travel if you're not able to get care locally. Learn more about abortion funds and how they might be able to help you get the care you need.
Cost should never be a barrier to abortion care. Hey Jane offers several ways to lower the cost of care, including:
- Private insurance coverage that can bring cost as low as $0
- Income-based pricing for all patients paying out of pocket
- Using HSA or FSA accounts to pay for treatment
- Get care now and pay over time with buy now, pay later plans
- Financial assistance from Hey Jane’s abortion fund partners
Insurance coverage is not required to get care with Hey Jane. You can also pay for care with Apple Pay, Google Pay, debit and credit card.
What you need to know about California abortion laws
Abortion in California is legal until viability (24-26 weeks of pregnancy) as determined by a health care provider. After that, you can have an abortion if your life or health are at risk, or the fetus will not survive.
In 1967, California became one of first states to legalize abortion, and since then, the state has continued to uphold the right to access safe and legal abortion services. Most recently, California approved Prop 1 in November 2022, which explicitly added abortion and contraception rights to the state constitution.
California abortion laws are constantly evolving. Stay up to date on the latest.
How late can you get an abortion in California?
You can generally be prescribed abortion medication, a combination of mifepristone and misoprostol, up to 10 weeks after the first day of your last menstrual period. Estimate how far along your pregnancy is with our online calculator.
If your pregnancy is further along than that, you can get an elective in-clinic procedural abortion before fetal viability (typically about 24-26 weeks) as determined by a health care provider. Beyond that, abortion is only legal in California if the pregnant person’s life or health is at risk or if the fetus will not survive.
Who can get an abortion in California?
Anyone with a uterus can get an abortion in California until the pregnancy is viable (usually 24-26 weeks into a pregnancy).
It’s also legal for non-California residents to get an abortion in California within this timeframe. If you live in a state where you’re unable to get an abortion, you can travel to California to get the care that you need. And, as a California resident, it’s legal for you to get an abortion in other states that permit abortion.
College students (including those at UCs and CSUs), minors, and undocumented immigrants all have the right to get an abortion in California through these timeframes as well. Parental involvement is not required and if you're younger than 18, you can consent to an abortion without notifying a parent.
What types of abortion are available in California?
There are two main types of abortion:
- Medication abortion (the abortion pill): Uses two medicines, mifepristone and misoprostol, to end a pregnancy. Available up to 10 weeks of pregnancy through Hey Jane's virtual care or at in-person clinics.
- Procedural abortion (in-clinic): A clinician uses gentle suction to empty the uterus in a quick 5–15 minute procedure. Available until fetal viability in California, and after fetal viability if the pregnant person's life or health are at risk, or the fetus will not survive.
Both methods are safe, effective, and widely used. The right option depends on how far along your pregnancy is, your health history, and your preference. To estimate how many weeks the pregnancy is and what abortion options may be available, use our pregnancy.
The abortion pill explained
The abortion pill is actually two medications taken separately, mifepristone and misoprostol. The first medication, mifepristone, blocks the pregnancy hormone (progesterone), which stops a pregnancy from growing. The second medication, misoprostol, causes cramping and bleeding to empty the uterus or womb.
For some, this treatment can feel like a heavy period, but for others, it can feel much more intense. Everyone's experience is different.
Abortion pills are a safe and common way to end a pregnancy. Here are some quick facts:
- Abortion pills are up to 98% effective when used together (NAF)
- 63% of all abortions in the U.S. done with abortion pills (Guttmacher)
- 27% of abortions in the U.S. are through virtual clinics like Hey Jane (WeCount)
Where can I get an abortion in California?
Abortion is legal throughout California. Depending on where you live and how far along your pregnancy is, you may have access to in-person clinics or virtual care.
Get care at home with Hey Jane (up to 10 weeks)
If you're up to 10 weeks pregnant, you can get abortion care without leaving home. Hey Jane provides:
- Virtual consult within 1 business day (chat, text, phone, or video)
- FDA-approved abortion pills (mifepristone and misoprostol)
- Anti-nausea and pain medicine
- Step-by-step treatment guide
- Free 2-3 business day shipping to any California address (expedited shipping available for a small fee)
- 24/7 nursing phone support
Hey Jane delivers to apartments, houses, hotels, FedEx pickup locations, and PO boxes in a plain white envelope with no outside branding.
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What to expect: Hey Jane care timeline
Step 1: Complete our online intake form (available 24/7). Answer questions about your medical history to determine if you’re eligible for treatment.
Step 2: Consult with a provider from home. Connect with a licensed provider via text, chat, video, or phone call. In rare cases where medically necessary, the consult may include a referral for lab work or an ultrasound.
Step 3: Get abortion pills by mail ASAP. Your treatment kit can be delivered to you or another secure location in discreet, unmarked packaging for privacy. Fast, free 2-3 business day shipping is available to all patients. Expedited shipping is available for a small fee.
Step 4: Take treatment with our support. We're always here for you, including secure chat support and our 24/7 nursing line. Choose a time to take treatment that works best for your schedule, and we’ll be with you every step of the way.
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Find an in-person clinic in California
Depending on factors like where you live in California and how far along your pregnancy is, you may have access to nearby in-person clinics. If not, you can travel to clinics somewhere else in the state. Use AbortionFinder to find an in-person clinic.
Beware of fake clinics in California
When looking for an abortion provider, always use trusted resources like INeedAnA.com or AbortionFinder.org. Fake clinics, sometimes called crisis pregnancy centers (CPCs), can look like real clinics but are not. They try to convince abortion seekers to continue their pregnancy, often using wrong information or scare tactics.
California has at least 144 fake clinics, almost the same number as real ones, as of October 2026. Red flags of fake abortion clinics include:
- Abortion services aren’t listed clearly
- Staff won’t share pricing or timelines over the phone
- The business advertises "free ultrasounds, “counseling,” or “options education” instead of abortion care
- The address shows up for “abortion near me” searches but it isn’t a medical clinic
- Staff pressure you to continue the pregnancy, or promote “abortion reversal”
If you're not sure about a clinic, check exposefakeclinics.com or crisispregnancycentermap.com.
Abortion in California is safe and legal
Abortion is a basic health care need. About 1 in 4 people with a uterus will have at least one abortion in their lifetime.
If you're in California and need care, you have options. From virtual care through Hey Jane (up to 10 weeks) to in-person clinics in Los Angeles, San Diego, and beyond. If you need help finding a trusted provider, use AbortionFinder.org, INeedAnA.com, or Plan C.
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Published on:
May 26, 2024
Last updated:
October 31, 2026