IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program

Most people never think that they will need In Vitro Fertilization treatment in order to have a family. Therefore, the costs involved usually aren't part of their financial planning. The cost of IVF and the outcome's uncertainty may prevent many people from pursuing their dreams of building a family. To help more people become parents, OU Physicians Reproductive Health , in cooperation with IntegraMed®, a nationally recognized network of fertility centers, is pleased to offer the IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program as an alternative administered by an outside source.

How Does the Program Work?

The IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program, sponsored by IntegraMed®, limits the amount of money at stake for the comprehensive treatment plan and provides a guaranteed refund should the IVF treatment not be successful.

This program provides that eligible patients may attempt up to six (6) IVF cycles at a fixed, discounted fee. When you take a baby home from the hospital IntegraMed® retains the full fee.

New Program For Egg Recipients

The latest enhancement to the IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program offers all Egg Donor Recipients who enroll in the program a 100% Refund of all program fees should treatment not result in taking home a baby.

What If I Do Not "Take Home A Baby"?

Should the outcome be unsuccessful, or you elect to discontinue treatment, the majority of the IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program fee will be refunded by IntegraMed America.

Why Don't All Centers Offer a Shared Risk Program?

A fertility center must have higher than average success rates to have the IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program. IntegraMed® only allows centers that are among the highest quality nationally to offer their program. Physicians accepted into IntegraMed's elite network must pass a rigorous review process and be approved for participation by their Council of Physicians and Scientists.

Does Treatment Differ for Shared Risk Patients?

Treatment plans do not differ for those patients participating in the IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program and those who elect a traditional fee-for-service approach.

How Can I Qualify?

If you are already a patient at our center, just ask a nurse or Patient Account Representative for information. You may also submit your information for consideration directly to IntegraMed® at www.yourivf.com or by calling 1-866-YOURIVF (968-7483).

• Ask your nurse.
• Email OUInfertility@OUHSC.edu or call (405) 271-1616
• 1-866-YOURIVF (968-7483).

The guidelines for patient participation include age, medical histories, and lab results. IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program participants must be able to finish six cycles of In Vitro by their 38th birthday. Patients over the age of 38 may be considered based on other screening factors and qualifications. We will review the application of a 38 year old taking all other guidelines into consideration. Approximately 70% of the patients who apply for the IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program meet the eligibility criteria.

Is The Program A Guarantee of Success?

Although the IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program does not guarantee a successful outcome, it does guarantee that the majority of your money will be refunded to you should treatment not be successful.

Other Options

Convenient, low interest and flexible financing programs for all types of fertility treatments are also available. Your IntegraMed® Shared Risk® Refund Program cycles may be financed through Capital One's Family Fee Plan. Please ask our IVF Financial Coordinator, or any of our patient account representatives for additional information. You may also visit CapitalOne Healthcare Finance or call 1-877-559-5050.

For more Information, please see www.Integramed.com.

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