CCRM FERTILITY OF GREENVILLE, SC
IVF with sex selection in Greenville, SC
Serving the greater Greenville metropolitan area
In vitro fertilization, or IVF, is one of the most reliable fertility treatments. It is a multi-step procedure that assists with many of the stages of conception to significantly increase the chance of a healthy pregnancy.
During treatment, we stimulate the ovaries so that mature eggs can be retrieved and then fertilized in a laboratory setting. After successful fertilization, healthy embryos are transferred to the uterus.
At CCRM Fertility of Greenville, patients are happy to have any viable embryo transferred, but some are interested in choosing the sex of their child.
IVF allows for chromosomal sex selection (often referred to colloquially as gender selection) and allows potential parents to balance out their families as they see fit.
How does IVF sex selection work?
It is not uncommon for our patients to ask about the possibility of gender selection. Some feel strongly about the sex they would like their only child to be, while others are already parents and are interested in balancing out their family by having a child of the opposite sex. No matter the reason for sex selection, the outcome can be achieved by examining the chromosomes of an embryo.
Females have two X chromosomes, so a mother will always pass an X chromosome to her child. Males have both an X and Y chromosome, so sex depends on whether sperm delivers an X or Y chromosome. If we examine an embryo’s chromosomes before embryo transfer, which is possible through IVF and genetic screening, parents have the opportunity to select the sex of their child.
Finding the right fertility specialist is not always an easy task when you are looking for a fertility clinic in Greenville that can accommodate your needs. The double board-certified reproductive endocrinologists at CCRM Fertility of Greenville can help you realize your dream of parenthood and will support you every step of the way.
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Cost of IVF treatment in Greenville, SC
In vitro fertilization (IVF) can become costly, especially when considering all related factors. The cost of IVF treatment can vary widely depending on the type and complexity of the treatment, as well as other factors such as location and insurance coverage.
On average, one round of IVF costs between $12,660 and $30,780. This cost does not include medications, tests, and procedures associated with the cycle. CCRM Fertility of Greenville participates with numerous insurance and fertility benefit providers, and we also partner with Future Family to offer financing options and offer multi-cycle packages to help make treatment more affordable.
Insurance coverage for IVF with sex selection in Greenville
If you’re considering IVF with sex selection as part of your family-building journey, it’s important to understand how insurance coverage works in South Carolina. South Carolina does not have a fertility insurance mandate, and insurance plans are not required to cover infertility diagnosis or treatment—nor procedures performed for non-medical reasons, including elective sex selection.
For patients in the Greenville area, coverage depends entirely on the terms of an individual or employer-sponsored health plan. When IVF benefits are available, they are typically limited to medically indicated treatment for infertility.
Coverage May Include (Plan-Dependent):
- Diagnostic fertility testing and initial workups
- Medically indicated IVF procedures, such as egg retrieval, fertilization, and embryo transfer
- Some prescribed fertility medications
Services Typically Not Covered:
- Elective sex selection
- Embryo biopsy performed solely for gender selection
- Preimplantation genetic testing used for non-medical reasons
- Associated laboratory and testing fees
In rare cases, genetic testing may be covered when there is a documented medical indication, such as avoiding a serious sex-linked genetic condition. Outside of these circumstances, sex selection–related services are usually considered out-of-pocket expenses.
At CCRM Fertility serving the Greenville area, our financial counselors will help you understand the specifics of your insurance plan. We review benefits in detail, clarify what may or may not be covered, and provide transparent cost estimates and financing options so you can make informed decisions with confidence throughout your IVF journey
Fully in-network insurance plans
We at CCRM Fertility of Greenville are committed to offering the best of quality care while minimizing the out-of-pocket expense.
We participate in several insurance plans and offer financing options for those not covered by insurance.
- Aetna**
- Assure
- Carrot*
- Cigna (excludes Local Plus, Sure Fit, and South Carolina Connect)
- Cofinity PPO
- Evicore
- Great West
- Kaiser
- Livestrong
- Maven*
- MOREhealth
- Optum Fertility Solutions
- Progyny*
- United Healthcare (includes affiliates, such as UMR, Oxford Health, Optum, Harvard Pilgrim, Golden Rule, etc. We do not participate with most EPO plans)**
*Carrot, Maven and Progyny fertility benefits vary based on your employer. All Progyny patients (new or existing at a clinic) must first call their Progyny Patient Care Advocate (PCA) for authorization before scheduling an appointment at CCRM.
**CCRM Fertility of South Carolina is proud to be designated as both an Aetna and a United Healthcare Center of Excellence.
We aim to ensure that every patient has access to high-quality fertility treatment, regardless of their financial situation.
Patient financing
At CCRM Fertility, we understand that financing your fertility journey can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve partnered with Future Family, our preferred financing partner, to provide you with flexible, personalized payment plans and expert support every step of the way.
Schedule IVF with sex selection & genetic testing with CCRM Fertility of Greenville today
CCRM Fertility provides advanced testing and expert guidance to help you take the next step toward parenthood. Schedule your appointment today to get the answers you need.
CCRM Fertility of Greenville
700 Executive Center Dr, Suite 300
Greenville, SC 29615
Phone: (864) 412-1950
Fax: (864) 412-0640
Hours
Regular Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
Monitoring hours: Morning and weekend monitoring by appointment only