Egg Donation - Frequently Asked Questions
1. How Do I Find An Egg Donor?
There are two types of egg donors: Donors that are recruited and psychologically screened by an egg donor agency separate from our clinic; or A known donor is someone you know who is willing to donate egg(s) for you (i.e. a family member or friend). All donors must:
- Be between the ages of 21 and 35, and preferably have a history of having achieved pregnancy
- Have a physical exam
- Pass screening for Communicable Diseases as required by the FDA
- Have infectious disease lab testing done
- Must have a face to face psychological evaluation
- Have normal ovulation
2. Is There A Fee For An Egg Donor?
Payment to donors recruited by an outside agency is coordinated with the recipient and the recruiting agency. Reimbursement for a known donor is left up to the recipient. *If you have infertility benefits under your plan, you may want to verify with your insurance if donors are covered.
3. How Do I Enter The Donor Oocyte Program?
Call the office (650) 498-7911, Option 3 to schedule a new patient appointment. If you are already an established patient, you will still need to call and schedule an appointment for a consultation with the doctor to discuss you donor egg cycle.
4. Still Have Questions?
Please feel free to call us at (650) 498-7911, Option 3.
For insurance/financial inquiries, please feel free to call 650-498-7911, Option 5 to speak to one of our Insurance Coordinators.