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This article walks you through the cost of abortion in California, breaking down prices, insurance coverage, financial help, and how to access care.
Abortion pill prices in California range from $0 with insurance to $612, depending on your provider, location, and financial assistance options. However, the cost of a medication abortion in California can be lower with insurance or through a virtual provider like Hey Jane.
Will my insurance cover an 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 like deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance for abortion and abortion-related services
Hey Jane patients who get treatment in California can use Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, and Sana Benefits plans in California to cover the cost of abortion pills insurance plans to pay for their medication abortion. We're actively working to expand coverage.
Can I get help paying for an abortion?
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:
- 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 through Affirm
- 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.
Where can I get an abortion in California?
Abortion is legal throughout the state of California from big cities like Los Angeles and San Diego to more rural towns. 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, or opt for virtual care from a clinic like Hey Jane where you can consult with a licensed provider via chat or video call, have abortion pills mailed to you, and take treatment from the comfort of home
How to get abortion pills in California
Hey Jane is the leading provider of at-home abortion care in the US. We offer medication abortion care for people who are at least 18 years old and are up to 10 weeks pregnant. You do not need to be a resident of California to get care with Hey Jane.
If you’re eligible, our clinical care team will guide you through the process to receive FDA-approved abortion pills. Our fast turnaround times ensure the medications are delivered quickly to your door. We offer ongoing support from our clinical care team, 24/7 support for urgent medical needs, and helpful resources. We also provide financial assistance and accept patients regardless of immigration status.
All reviews are anonymous to protect the privacy of our patients. To read more patient stories, check out this article featuring Hey Jane in Cosmopolitan.
View all reviews“My whole experience went smoothly, the team was very supportive from beginning to end. They constantly checked on me and made sure to send me tips so I felt comfortable. It honestly felt like they were holding my hand the entire time.”
“Hey Jane gave me discretion, support, and help during the most vulnerable time of my life at a price I could afford. I’m beyond grateful.”
The pill came within 2 days
I was extremely nervous and scared because I did not know what to expect. Luckily my pregnancy was not too far along and that I was able to have a medication abortion and not a surgical abortion. The pill came within 2 days with tons of information on how to use. I did have uncomfortable cramping similar to when you are ovulating which did wake me out of my sleep. It only lasted for about 3 days as the days went on the pain minimized and the bleeding was constant. I am still bleeding but there isn't any pain.
Very fast shipping
Totally recommend using Hey Jane everything was very well explained very fast shipping and the help from the team was amazing
I love that I didn't have to talk to anybody
I would 100% recommended Hey Jane. Super easy to obtain, affordable and I love that I didn’t have to talk to anybody. Everything is online. Even the follow up forms easy and private.
Fast, affordable convenient health care
Hey Jane provided fast, affordable, convenient health care in the moment I felt most worried and stressed. The service was more supportive, comprehensive, and affordable than my own primary care team. I already had another appointment on the books, and was able to request, get approved, receive my prescription by mail, and complete the round of medication in the time it took waiting for my upcoming appointment with my usual hospital (an appointment I was so relieved to cancel). HJ was easy to use, responsive and compassionate, more than half the cost of going through my doctor, and provided everything I needed, including meds for potential side affects/discomfort. They made sure I was well informed every step of the way and knew exactly how to prepare and what to expect. I am so grateful to have found HJ and will definitely consider them for more of my regular health care needs moving forward.
Any questions I had were answered same day and in depth
The Hey Jane team made the process easy and were very helpful throughout each step. Any questions I had were answered same day and in depth.
Fast messaging system
Fast reliable constant follow ups and fast messaging system whenever you have a questions do it in your comfort zone and your own terms thanks all
Very affordable with or without insurance
This company is great and the least complicated place i’ve ever had to deal with. They support you before, during, and after. It’s very affordable with or without insurance, they actually care about woman and their bodies! its refreshing to have a good experience and i’d definitely come back for more services!
BEYOND HELPFUL
BEYOND HELPFUL AND SUPPORT! BEST SUPPORT I GOT. HELPFUL EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!
Very impressed and satisfied
Very impressed and satisfied with using Hey Jane. Very quick, simple and straight to the point.
The medical team is amazing
100% recommend Hey Jane , the medical team is amazing and how easy it was to get everything was the best , it made my problems go away
A helpful, supportive and effective choice
Hey Jane is a helpful, supportive and effective choice for medication abortion.
Fast consultation and on going support
Hey Jane was such a supportive choice to take. From the fast consultation and on going support throughout the process created more peace of mind making this choice. The instructions are clear and easy to do. I especially liked the transparency of side effects for all of the ways to take the medication. All questions and concerns were addressed. I started my process which took two days for my timing preference. After 10 days my bleeding cleared up (might be different for others). Thank you for the support Hey Jane.
It was affordable, quick
Hey Jane was there when I needed it to be and easy to do from the comfort of my own home. It was affordable, quick and I felt like if there were any issues along the way I could use the portal or any of the contact numbers and be able to troubleshoot anything. I would highly recommend this company!
So easy and affordable
I was glad to find this website it made this process so easy and affordable I’m truly grateful and feeling stress free there’s no price for peace of mind thank you Hey Jane
I'm very greatful for the privacy Hey Jane has provided
Saved me money
Saved me money and it was discreet from the comfort of my home.
I felt confident and had help throughout
Hey Jane made a scary situation not as scary. I felt confident and had help throughout the entire processes and treatment.
Fast and easy
The process was fast and easy, Everything went smooth
Supportive, friendly, and informative
The team at Hey Jane was supportive, friendly, and informative. This made the process extremely easy to navigate, as all options were made aware to me. The process was also speedy, nothing was ever lagged on. 100/10 experience at Hey Jane!
Reliable providers 24/7
I felt intimidated going into a facility. Nervous but here with Hey Jane, I was comfortable. They have reliable providers 24/7 Just know you are OK.
So much comfort in the privacy
There was so much comfort in the privacy and ease of the process of having a medication abortion.
The privacy was worth it
The staff are very attentive, and you can contact online funding to help pay for your care. The process took me a couple of weeks, but the privacy was worth it.
Truly the best and most thoughtful medical experience I've had
Easy and private, truly the best and most thoughtful medical experience I’ve had in the last decade.
Having this service was honestly life changing
I’m so thankful to this service. My boyfriend and I would love kids in the future however, we were not in a place to financially support a child. Having this service was honestly life changing. They were none judgmental, clear, and put any of my anxieties to rest. Thank you so much!
Shipped right to my door in less than 48 hours
Quick and easy, shipped right to my door in less than 48 hours and covered by my insurance. Made a difficult time a lot less stressful.
This is the real deal. It’s not a scam.
This is the real deal. It's not a scam. I tried the normal Planned Parenthood and primary route, but was not offered the privacy or disclosure of the primary insurance holder seeing the visit's/asking questions. Hey Jane offered me extremely discreet at home treatment that was easy, professional, and accessible with payment plans at a more affordable cost. Planned Parenthood would have been over $1500 for the follow up visits, treatment, and initial assessment that were completely unnecessary without guaranteed disclosure. Hey Jane offered a quick and efficient system that believes women and guaranteed discreetness that I really appreciated at only $300 with everything included as well as follow ups. cannot think the founders enough
Loved the judge free zone
I come from a family background that abortion isn’t an option. But I knew that for my mental health and ability to care for my other children I had to make this choice even though I did not want to. I loved the judge free zone, that I was able to do it from the privacy of my own home, and that I was able to get it fast and no commitment to take it if I changed my mind.
They also offer resources for expenses if you're struggling
If you’re thinking if this is the right place I’m here to reassure you it is. I felt taken care of and delivered my medication urgently. They also offer resources for expenses if you’re struggling or emotional support.
I appreciate the medication provided to ease pain and nausea.
I've felt completely safe and supported
I had a lot of different feelings at first, and I was honestly nervous to share my situation with anyone. But with Hey Jane, I’ve felt completely safe and supported. I’m really glad I found them. The whole process was clear, easy, and fast — it made everything so much less stressful.
They were available 24/7
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I am so grateful for Hey Jane. I was around 3 to 4 weeks pregnant and absolutely terrified, but their process was quick, simple, and incredibly supportive. They were available 24/7, answered every question with compassion, and made me feel safe and cared for the entire time. It gave me control, privacy, and peace of mind when I needed it most. Highly recommend and truly thankful for this service.
Very affordable compared to other places
Hey Jane is very safe and efficient I feel so grateful I found this company , they made this process easy and very affordable compared to other places.
Quick, thorough
Care was quick, thorough, and I was never given any opportunity to feel uncomfortable or uninformed. Whether paying out of pocket or with insurance, there are information and sources available to you.
Providers are attentive
This was extremely useful and accessible to me. My insurance didn’t cover abortion by choice and the company made it as financially possible for me to continue with this process. The providers are attentive and willing to answer any questions. Highly recommend to anyone who’s looking for a safe place to go to for this that wants to pursue a medical abortion. Instructions are clear and precise. Thanks.
Fast and affordable
They checked in on me throughout it
My Hey Jane experience went great. My pills came quick with a pamphlet to walk me through the process which was very helpful. The Hey Jane support team and doctor was there to answer any questions or feedback I had for them and I loved that they checked in on me throughout it. Being able to do everything at my own pace and convenience without feeling hovered over by someone made me feel better about the whole process.
Really empowering
Hey Jane is amazing. Quick discreet, affordable and they are always available to answer any questions in their messaging system. Really empowering to get to do this hard thing on my own terms. Can’t recommend their services enough.
I would recommend for those who are students in college
The nurses are super attentive and though the treatment does hurt it was very fast for me. I was in bed for two days and after that I was back on my toes at work. I would recommend for those who are students in college and not doing well financially like myself. Its a big decision and its comforting knowing you are supported
Hey Jane was here for me
Thank you for existing. I initially had gone to my doctors and was given nasty looks and turned away stating they didn’t condone medical abortions. This was my first time being in this position and thankfully Hey Jane was here for me. No nasty looks, no rude comments. Their staff was extremely professional and very prompt. I signed up one day and received my medication two days later.
All the support you need without feeling judged
Hey Jane was a great experience. All the support you need without feeling judged for your decision with your body. I wasn’t in the place to have another baby right now and Hey Jane was very detailed and supportive every step of the way. I was trying to avoid going to an in person clinic in my small town or even the next town over. So getting everything shipped was even better, but never felt alone during the process.
Best website for private and safe treatment
Hey Jane, is the absolute best website for private and safe treatment ! I would choose them for everything! The medication came super quick and the response from the doctors was also quick
Eliminated the need to face even more anxiety in a doctor's office
During such an anxious time Hey Jane provided optimum care and eliminated the need to face even more anxiety in a doctor’s office. My care was prompt and received quickly. I don’t know what I would do without this service.
Much more affordable that Planned Parenthood
This was honestly such a great experience. The cost was do much more affordable that Planned Parenthood. I don’t feel judged. I don’t have to drive anywhere. Would very much recommend!
Cost-efficient
I really appreciate how easy it was to get what I needed promptly, all from the comfort of my home. It was very cost-efficient, and the clear, straightforward directions made the whole experience much smoother than I expected.
Helped super fast
I was able to get helped super fast. Medication was delivered swiftly and they make sure you know what to expect with every step. I would totally recommend.
Privacy and discretion
Hey Jane is definitely the route to go especially if your looking privacy and discretion. It was quick and very easy as well as thorough instructions.
The best method of treatment for my situation
Hey Jane helped me feel cared for and confident about receiving a medication abortion. It's an uncomfortable situation at best, but HJ kept me informed about what would happen and the best method of treatment for my situation.
Can't recommend it enough!
Extremely wonderful service through and through. Can’t recommend it enough!
Kind providers and quick follow up
Hey Jane was an excellent service with kind providers and quick follow up. You never feel alone and you're very prepared on what to expect. Quick, compassionate care from the privacy of your home.
I felt very safe the whole time
Great service, excellent guides. I felt very safe the whole time
A lot more comfortable at home than dealing with the office
Very quick and very kind and a lot more comfortable at home than dealing with the office
Private and easy service to use
The availability to order online made my decision easier, quicker.
Hey Jane really helped me in my time of need. I’m extremely busy in med school and the availability to order online made my decision easier, quicker. Knowing it was a safe decision also gave me solace. Very clear instructions, steps and care.
They made sure to take care of you
Easy fast and supportive. No judgment and they make sure to take care of you
Fast reliable and helpful
Hey Jane provided me with the fastest most helpful care ever. i found out of pregnancy did research that same day and found hey jane went through with it and within 3 days had the medication. Its fast reliable and helpful
Helped with my anxiety
I was not wanting to be pregnant again right now and I found Hey Jane on google. They were so helpful and helped with my anxiety.
Cheaper than going through my PPO (very good) health insurance
This is exactly the type of advanced health care we need these days. I am in California and struggled to find an immediate telehealth provider to address my needs. Not only was Hey Jane the most convenient option, it was also cheaper than going through my PPO (very good) health insurance. Thank you Hey Jane
Customer support is TOP tier
Of course trying a platform where you’re not speaking to someone over the phone or in person is daunting but Hey Jane made it so seamless and stress free. I’m genuinely amazed and the customer support is TOP tier.
Incredibly useful
Hey Jane has been incredibly useful in terms of getting care quickly and efficiently highly recommend
Got what I needed faster than I could elsewhere!
Fast and informative, felt supported the whole process and got what I needed faster than I could elsewhere!
The best online medical service
Highly recommend the best online medical service so far
Super affordable
Super affordable, medication came in fast, customer care fast responding. Overall, 10/10!
I didn't feel alone and I felt seen
This was a first for me and having to face it by myself was a step up. I’m glad I found Hey Jane because I didn’t feel alone and I felt seen as a young lady. Everything has been detailed and helpful.
Hey Jane is real
Hey Jane is real, and I’m grateful to have had come across them
Clear and easy to follow
I appreciated the communication, and follow ups to ensure I was okay. The instructions were clear and easy to follow.
A huge relief
Hey Jane made me feel supported and informed throughout this process, which was wonderful considering I was doing it all virtually. I was able to get the medications quickly, which was a huge relief.
Fast. Easy.
Fast. Easy. And the team helped me with all my questions and concerns. Life savers!
Hey Jane was able to see me in 1-2 days.
Hey Jane was a lifesaver. Getting an abortion appt with my regular OB would have taken 3 weeks which may have led to surgery. Hey Jane was able to see me in 1-2 days. I had a lot of questions and loved the chat feature, especially cause I could refer back to it later. The brochure was organized with the right amount of information and what to expect. Getting the medication was confidential and landed straight into my mailbox. Thanks Hey Jane!
Such perfect service
Grateful for this option.
Discreet and very quick
Discreet and very quick considering circumstances. I had my pills within 5 days and would’ve had to wait 2 weeks for a telehealth appointment from Planned Parenthood. Hey Jane provided ample information for me to feel comfortable and informed. So grateful for their services, no where else would I have been able to make this hard decision a bit easier.
Super easy and supportive!!
Made me feel comfortable
The team supported me through the whole process and made me feel comfortable and answered all questions I had.
I felt informed, safe, and supported
The immediate support, ease of use, clear instructions, and care team all made my Hey Jane experience comfortable. I felt informed, safe, and supported during this experience. I am immensely grateful for Hey Jane.
Provided quick care when I needed it
The Hey Jane team was informative and provided quick care when I needed it. Keep in mind that cramping and pregnancy symptoms may last longer than the 72 hours stated in their informational packet; I experienced nausea up 4-5 days post-abortion but still passed the pregnancy.
No nausea, almost like period cramps
Delivered quickly
I would 100% recommend this website to anyone. It was delivered quickly and the instructions were very clear. The people of Hey Jane were constantly checking up on me which was very nice.
Fast to respond
Hey Jane was fast to respond to my initial request and was very supportive and informative throughout my experience.
Like having a big sister hold your hand
Hey Jane to me was like having a big sister hold your hand in your time of need. Thank you.
Simple and fast!
Hey Jane made it super easy to get the care I needed. The instructions were clear and the process to obtain my medication was simple and fast!
A discreet website
Hey Jane is a discreet website and I felt safe and comfortable and that I had people care about me and didn’t feel alone. They knowledged me and provided everything I needed and even phone numbers to foundations to help with payment. I definitely recommend this because it’s fast and easy.
Great practitioners, great support
Hey Jane helps so many women in need. Highly recommend their services with such an important life-changing decision. Great practitioners, great support
Thoughtful and kind care via chat
Excellent experience and high recommend. Easy process to receive medication and fast, discreet delivery. Thoughtful and kind care via chat which made the process less scary and lonely. It was made very clear what to expect before, during and after so there were no surprises. Quick chat turnarounds, especially during a potential side effect (which ultimately went away on its own). It was a scary moment for me and Hey Jane made me feel comfortable, empowered and safe. I am so grateful services like this exist.
no nausea, almost like period cramps
No nausea, almost like period cramps
Went smooth
It says it takes a day with no insurance. Well it took 2 days to be approved. Other than that it went smooth
Hey Jane felt like a big sister figure
Hey Jane felt like a big sister figure giving me a hug and telling me they’ve got me. I felt so supported and setup for any situation.
Provided pain meds and nausea meds that helped
Answered all the questions I had and provided informative pamphlets with my medication to help with the anxiety I had. They also provided pain meds and nausea meds that helped with the overall procedure.
The nurses I texted and spoke with were kind, patient, and responsive
Hey Jane was simple to use, shipped fast, and the nurses I texted and spoke with were kind, patient, and responsive. The website was so easy to use and made this entire process manageable
Hey Jane just helped me so much
This service is so great. I was so stressed and Hey Jane just helped me so much
Hey Jane took the shame out of this process
I never thought I’d get an abortion until I got pregnant 4 months postpartum while still battling the effects of PPD. I live in California with good insurance, I was surprised how hard it was to get prescribed the abortion pills. One doctor said he straight up wasn’t comfortable with giving it to me due to religious reasons even though I was only 3 weeks pregnant at the time. Hey Jane took the shame out of this process, and made it simple and easy. I paid without insurance and their discount program really helped cover the cost. My experience with the pills was amazing as well. I had almost no cramping and I immediately expelled the pregnancy. I was only 6 weeks so maybe that’s why I didn’t have many side effects. I tested negative on my pregnancy test just a few weeks later. It couldn’t have gone better and now I can focus on the baby I have and healing from PPD. So grateful for everything!
Quick, easy, and simple
I was freaking out but Hey Jane helped me out in a time of need. The service was quick, easy, and simple. I genuinely appreciated the service so much I'm completing a review.
An incredible, highly needed resource for women
Hey Jane is an incredible, highly needed resource for women and were there when I needed them the most. Cannot recommend their care enough and the support I received during a very dark time in my life.
Non judgy support
Appreciated their non pushy, non judgy support along the way
Fast and easy to use
Very informative, fast and easy to use.
Accepted Cigna
They accepted Cigna which is hard to find a provider who does
Mind boggling how easy this process was with insurance
Simply amazing! It is mind boggling how easy this process was with insurance.
Only $25 out of pocket
It was great. They accepted my insurance and it was only $25 out of pocket.
Extremely easy
It was extremely easy, you enter your insurance information and then they do an insurance check for you to see if you’re eligible
Insurance covered some of the expense
Insurance covered some of the expense and then my HSA card covered the rest.
Great experience over all
I submitted my insurance information, and the support team took care of the rest. Great experience over all.
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 the first state 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 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, 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.
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.
While the majority of abortions performed in the US are medication abortions, about 73% of adults don’t know about this option, and baseless lawsuits only serve to further confuse people.
Medication abortions are safe and highly effective
Medication abortion is very safe. Complications from this treatment are very uncommon— they occur in less than 1% of patients. When used correctly, the medications work up to 99.6% of the time. Read our guide on what to expect after taking abortion pills for more information.
Getting a medication abortion does not lower your chances of getting or staying pregnant in the future; it does not cause infertility or cause birth defects in a future pregnancy. In fact, you can get pregnant almost immediately after having an abortion.
That’s not all:
- The abortion pill is safer than Tylenol (acetaminophen)
- The abortion pill is safer than Viagra (sildenafil)
- Despite myths that say otherwise, having an abortion does not increase your risk for breast cancer and does not cause depression.
If you still have questions or need additional help, check out our resource center or FAQs for answers to commonly asked questions.
Published on:
May 26, 2024
Last updated:
November 6, 2025