Hey Jane Expands Abortion Access in Illinois through Planned Parenthood Partnership and Medicaid Services
A Telemedicine Abortion Provider Expands Reach in Illinois
Hey Jane, a national virtual abortion provider, is expanding its reproductive care footprint in Illinois to support the state’s strained clinics. The organization is now accepting Illinois Medicaid for medication abortion services and partnering with Planned Parenthood of Illinois to increase access to the procedure.
Partnership between Hey Jane and Planned Parenthood of Illinois
The collaboration provides Hey Jane patients with access to Planned Parenthood’s procedural abortion care, and Planned Parenthood patients can now connect with Hey Jane for medication abortions. The two organizations hope the arrangement helps more people in Illinois access reproductive health care by reducing barriers like travel and wait times.
Addressing the Abortion Access Crisis
“We’re in an abortion access crisis that started well before Election Day, and addressing it requires collaborative work, creative thinking, and strategic partnering,” said Kiki Freedman, co-founder and CEO of Hey Jane. “We understand how important it is for people to have abortion access, and we’re committed to making it more accessible.”
Hey Jane’s Presence in Illinois
Hey Jane is bolstering its presence in Illinois because the state has become a haven for people seeking abortion care, primarily from the Midwest and South. The surge in patients has stretched clinics’ capacity, contributing to longer wait times for appointments.
Reducing Barriers to Access
Directing eligible patients to Hey Jane for medication abortions will free up Planned Parenthood clinics to provide in-person procedural care, said Freedman. Accepting Illinois Medicaid will also help address the rising demand for abortion pills and ensure fewer barriers to accessing reproductive care.
Medication Abortion and Hey Jane’s Services
A medication abortion involves taking two medications, mifepristone and misoprostol, over the course of a couple of days. Hey Jane has helped over 70,000 people access reproductive care since its founding in 2021. The provider saw a 93% increase in patients since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois and Hey Jane’s Partnership
“Planned Parenthood of Illinois and Hey Jane are committed to providing comprehensive reproductive health care,” said Jennifer Welch, president of Planned Parenthood of Illinois. “This partnership means easier access to the abortion care people need and deserve.”
Medicaid Coverage and Financial Assistance
Nationally, 45% of abortion patients are enrolled in Medicaid, according to Hey Jane. Illinois Medicaid covers more than 3.4 million residents. Patients using Hey Jane can connect with a licensed medical provider, and the medications are quickly and discreetly mailed to them. For those in Illinois, they can have the meds sent to their Illinois address or pick them up at a Planned Parenthood health center.
Financial Assistance and Insurance Coverage
Planned Parenthood of Illinois and Hey Jane accept private insurance and offer financial assistance for patients who need it. Planned Parenthood also accepts Medicaid and provides no-cost abortion care for qualifying Illinois residents.
Conclusion
Hey Jane’s partnership with Planned Parenthood of Illinois expands access to reproductive health care in Illinois, addressing the state’s strained clinics and the abortion access crisis. By reducing barriers like travel and wait times, the collaboration ensures more people can receive the care they need.
FAQs
* What is Hey Jane’s presence in Illinois?
Hey Jane is expanding its presence in Illinois by accepting Illinois Medicaid for medication abortion services and partnering with Planned Parenthood of Illinois.
* What is the purpose of the partnership between Hey Jane and Planned Parenthood of Illinois?
The partnership provides Hey Jane patients with access to Planned Parenthood’s procedural abortion care, and Planned Parenthood patients can now connect with Hey Jane for medication abortions, reducing barriers to access and increasing reproductive health care options.
* How does Hey Jane’s partnership with Planned Parenthood of Illinois address the abortion access crisis?
The partnership helps address the abortion access crisis by reducing barriers to access, increasing the availability of reproductive health care, and providing more options for patients seeking abortion care.
