Egg Donation - Frequently Asked Questions

Egg Donation - Main Page

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.