If you’re considering a pregnancy test appointment at Claris Health, here’s a warm and informative guide to help you feel prepared and supported every step of the way.
1. Booking Your Appointment
- How to schedule: You can request an appointment online or call Claris Health at 310-893-1809. Same-day appointments are available regardless of your insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay.
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Location choices:
- West Los Angeles Clinic: 11500 W Olympic Blvd #570, Los Angeles, CA 90064.
- Lynwood Clinic: 3737 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd #205, Lynwood, CA 90262.
- Mobile Medical Unit (see calendar for daily locations)
2. Arriving for Your Appointment
- Check-in: Arrive a few minutes early to complete an intake form.
- Friendly environment: Expect a judgment-free, understanding atmosphere—Claris Health emphasizes holistic, compassionate support.
3. The Pregnancy Test
- What kind of test: A urine pregnancy test will be administered to detect the hormone hCG, commonly present around the time of a missed period.
- Cost: The test is offered free of charge.
4. Post-Test: What Comes Next
Depending on your results, Claris Health offers a range of supportive services:
a. If the Test Is Positive
- Pregnancy Options Counseling: Meet with a trained advocate to explore your options—parenting, adoption, or abortion—and get connected to community resources. Free of charge.
- Ultrasound Imaging: If you’re at least 6 weeks along, a limited obstetric ultrasound—consistent with AIUM guidelines—may be provided to confirm pregnancy location, viability, and estimate gestational age. Free for qualifying patients.
- Prenatal Care: For those in their first trimester and considered medically low-risk, group-based prenatal care (Centering Pregnancy program) at the Lynwood clinic is available—typically 10 visits in a supportive group setting, at no cost for Medi-Cal patients.
- Virtual Support: If in-person isn’t an option, virtual care is available to discuss pregnancy support and options with a trained advocate.
b. If the Test Is Negative
- You can discuss next steps with a clinician—such as follow-up testing, evaluating symptoms, or getting referred for further care—all with the same compassionate approach.
5. Additional Support Services
Claris Health offers a suite of resources beyond the exam room:
- Medi-Cal Enrollment Help: Assistance with applying for presumptive (emergency) Medi-Cal may be available to help access future prenatal services.
- Mental Health & Counseling: Support for pregnancy loss, emotional concerns, and more.
- Classes & Resources: Childbirth preparation (“Birthing Bootcamp”), parenting classes, and material support like diapers, wipes, and baby gear. Many are free, and parking is available too.
6. What You Might Bring & Prepare For
Bring ID (if possible), any insurance info, and—if comfortable—someone to support you. Support partners are welcomed.
Plan extra time for check-in, paperwork, and post-test discussion.
Questions to Ask
- If additional testing is needed
- Available ultrasound or prenatal options
- Access to insurance or sliding-scale care
- What to expect next if you’re pregnant or not
In Summary
Your appointment at Claris Health is designed to be a compassionate, inclusive, and resource-rich experience—starting with a free urine pregnancy test and extending into holistic care, counseling, and community support, all personalized to your needs. Whether it’s parenting, adoption, medical next steps, or emotional care, Claris meets you where you are.
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