Rising infertility rates affect approximately 9% of males and 11% of females in the United States, prompting President Trump to sign an executive order expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF). The order aims to make fertility treatments more affordable and accessible nationwide.

Current State of IVF Access:

• IVF costs range from $12,000 to $25,000 per cycle
• 22 states plus Washington, DC have infertility coverage laws
• Many employers offer fertility benefits to offset costs
• Multiple treatment cycles are often needed for success

Key Points of the Executive Order:

• 90-day deadline for policy recommendations
• Focus on reducing out-of-pocket costs
• Plans to ease regulatory burdens
• No immediate impact on current costs or access

Success Rates and Treatment Options:

• IUI (Intrauterine Insemination): Less expensive, lower success rates
• IVF Fresh Embryo Transfer: 19% success rate
• IVF Frozen Embryo Transfer: 29% success rate
• Success rates decrease with advanced maternal age (over 35)

Factors Contributing to Infertility:

• Delayed childbearing
• Environmental toxins
• Unhealthy lifestyle habits
• Stress

The executive order represents a significant step toward making fertility treatments more accessible, though implementation timeline remains unclear. While some states already mandate insurance coverage for IVF, this national initiative could help standardize access across the country.

Experts emphasize the need for comprehensive coverage that includes all fertility treatment options, not just IVF, to ensure the most effective and cost-efficient path to family building for each individual case.

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