Planned Parenthood of Greater Indiana

I wanted a Paragard IUD. My regular physician referred me to a OB/​GYN office, but they didn’t have an opening for 6 weeks, nor would I get an IUD on that appointment — the doctor would just «get to know me» and we’d talk about the IUD. I understand doctors have to do due diligence, but that doesn’t work for me at all. Even having hit my deductible for the year, I don’t want to bill my insurance for something like that.
So I went on PP’s website to see if they did Paragard insertions, planning to call for an appointment. Lo and behold, I could schedule an appointment myself online! Oh my goodness! And there was a location on the southside. I had no idea! And there was a spot open the very next day, on a Saturday afternoon! And yes, they did Paragard insertions! And YES, they took my insurance. HOT DIGGITY DOG.
It’s a little hard to find, as it’s not visible from the nearby intersection of Madison and Hanna. It’s housed in a little strip accessible off Hanna by the SW corner of the intersection. Don’t go to the fake «free pregnancy test» place, it’s not PP; it’s run by liars with no actual medical training.
COMING IN FOR MY APPOINTMENT:
I was nervous about the procedure, as I’m prone to terrible cramps, but the reception staff was nice. The waiting room was fine, but the bathroom was messy and didn’t have any toilet paper or paper towels. I had to wait about 30 minutes to be called back; there were a few people waiting ahead of me, but they seemed to be there for quicker things, like the birth control shot. I didn’t give it 5 stars due to the waiting room bathroom and the delay; everything else was great.
Next, a woman called me back and took down info about what medications I take, my lifestyle (to make sure the IUD would be a good fit for my needs), and my health history. She’d had an IUD herself and reassured me about the procedure.
That took no more than 10 minutes, probably less. Then a nurse (I think) weighed me (or maybe that happened first) and took me to an exam room. Everyone was very nice and helpful. The doctor or nurse practitioner came in after that (I can’t remember her title) and asked if I had questions. I told her I might pass out or get really dizzy from cramps. She was understanding and told me she’d tell me what to expect, and she’d be quick. She assured me she’d done this many times.
INSERTION:
It took about 5 – 7 minutes. I really appreciated that she told me what she was doing and what to expect before each step. During the insertion, I got a few sharp cramps, and I was definitely dizzy, whimpering a little, and in a cold sweat. Afterwards, I had to stay lying down for maybe another 5 or 10 minutes. When she came back, she helped me up, and I was able to get dressed slowly. I still had cramps and felt shaky and dizzy. She, and the receptionists, reminded me to schedule a follow-​up in 6 to 8 weeks.
AFTERWARDS:
I drove immediately to a Walgreens nearby and bought ibuprofen. I regretted driving myself, because I had to sit down very gingerly, and I had to wait in the car for a few minutes to be ready to drive afterwards. However, driving distracted me from the pain, so it wasn’t all bad. I got home and the ibuprofen started kicking in, and the dizziness dissipated.
A week later, I was still having some bleeding. I figured it was normal but wanted to be sure, so I called. They connected me with a nurse who answered all of my questions over the phone and set my mind at ease. I didn’t have to wait around on hold for a long time, either. I’m not used to such great patient service! I’d definitely go there again. I’m so glad they were there. (And I’ve had the IUD for about 3 months now and am happy with it.) Go Planned Parenthood!