Unfortunately, due to federal regulations, we cannot provide services for anyone with Medicare insurance (usually people 65 years or older or with permanent disabilities). Caring for Medicare members, even if they pay cash and don’t use their Medicare benefits, risks violating federal regulations and could close the clinic. Medicare’s policies limit access and equity in this situation. We are always trying to balance our limited resources with our sustainability. Running our practice without insurance is a huge part of what allows us to do what we do the way we do it, but it has some drawbacks. This is one of them!
Who Can Take Medicare?
We absolutely want you to have access to the care you need, so please check out these resources to find a provider who accepts Medicare. QueerMed, Plume, and Folx Health are trans telemedicine clinics that accept some insurances. Each of these clinics offers gender affirming care with monthly plans that may be more expensive than care at QueerDoc, even with insurance. QueerMed also offers a pay-by-appointment model. Use these resources for finding local affirming providers:
- LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory
- OutCare Directory
- WPATH
- Everywhere is Queer
- Also see our Virtual Resources page
If you need further support finding a provider, we recommend working with Trans Family Support Services or your local LGBTQ+ community center who may be able to help connect you with care for free!