Cost of Plume compared to out-of-pocket and insurance

While it is our mission to bring safe(r), convenient, expert, and affordable care to as many folks as possible we know that Plume is not the right solution for everyone. While we are more affordable than many options, we are not always going to cost less. It’s our hope that this cost comparison will help you decide if Plume is right for you.

Yearly

Monthly

Based on national averages

Initial visit
Initial visit
Initial labs
Initial labs
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
Follow up labs
3 x per year
Follow up labs
3 x per year
Medications
12 x per year
Medications
12 x per year

Based on national averages

Initial visit
Initial visit
Initial labs
Initial labs
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
Follow up labs
3 x per year
Follow up labs
3 x per year
Medications
12 x per year
Medications
12 x per year

$1,188 – 1,428

Initial visit
Included
Initial labs
Included
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
Included
Follow up labs
3 x per year
Included
Medications
12 x per year
$20

$119

$99 + medication

Initial visit
Included
Initial labs
Included
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
Included
Follow up labs
3 x per year
Included
Medications
12 x per year
$20 (avg with coupon)

Out of Pocket

$2,210 – 4,440

Initial visit
$350 – 400
Initial labs
$0 – $77
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
$200 – $250
Follow up labs
3 x per year
$290 – $775
Medications
12 x per year
$20

Out of Pocket

$184 – 370

Initial visit
$350 – 400
Initial labs
$0 – $77
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
$200 – $250
Follow up labs
3 x per year
$290 – $775
Medications
12 x per year
$20 (avg with coupon)

Insurance (Bronze)

$1,580

Initial visit
$350
Initial labs
$0 – $77
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
$200 – $250
Follow up labs
3 x per year
$290 – $775
Medications
12 x per year
$20

Insurance (Bronze)

$132

Initial visit
$350
Initial labs
$0
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
$250
Follow up labs
3 x per year
$80
Medications
12 x per year
$20 (avg with copay)

Insurance (Silver)

$595

Initial visit
$70
Initial labs
$0 – $77
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
$45
Follow up labs
3 x per year
$290 – $775
Medications
12 x per year
$20

Insurance (Silver)

$50

Initial visit
$70
Initial labs
$0
Follow-up visits
3 x per year
$45
Follow up labs
3 x per year
$70
Medications
12 x per year
$15 (avg with copay)

There are limitations to these estimates. While we based comparisons on national averages, there are a few things to be aware of:

With Plume, there are no traditional follow-up visits. Instead, you text us your questions any time and we text your lab results with recommendations. No waiting for appointments.
Doctors unfamiliar with the international clinical protocols for standards of trans care often request too many or too few labs and/or appointments, which greatly affect annual cost of care.
Prices for local clinics vary dramatically from state to state.
The cost of medicine (Testosterone, Estrogen+, etc.) in the comparison is an average based on medicines purchased with coupons which are readily available. The cost of medicine can vary by uptake method and dose.
We made the assumption that Gold+ insurance covers all appointments, labs, and Rx.
We did not include the valuation of your time. Plume saves you the time spent on appointments, travel, and waiting.

Please note that we do not accept insurance for our monthly fees. Remaining a cash-only practice allows us to be innovative and cost-effective in providing the care that folks want in the most convenient way possible. Our service is eligible for Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and we can provide guidance on how to use funds appropriately. Insurance may be used to cover the cost of hormone medication. Check with your insurance provider regarding coverage and our FAQs for answers to more frequently asked questions.