Your first fertility appointment: What to expect
Taking the first step toward fertility care is a big decision, and we’re here to make it as seamless and supportive as possible. We understand that scheduling your initial appointment can feel overwhelming, but our dedicated team is ready to guide you through every step.
Scheduling your first fertility appointment
Our New Patient Center is here to help you get started with your fertility journey. When you speak with a New Patient Center liaison, they can provide you with information on financial programs, treatment options, and what to expect at your first fertility appointment, ensuring you feel prepared and confident. Many of our team members have been IVF FLORIDA patients themselves and deeply understand the fertility journey.
When you call to schedule, there are a few details you’ll want to have on-hand:
- your insurance card
- your partner’s demographic information, if applicable
- your fertility history
- how you were referred to IVF FLORIDA
When you schedule your fertility appointment, you will have the option to select:
- Preference of in-office or virtual consultation
- Preferred location – IVF FLORIDA has eight convenient locations to choose from
- Your physician — this is the doctor who will guide you throughout your fertility journey
Preparing for your first fertility appointment
Once your appointment is scheduled, you’ll receive a secure text and email from Phreesia, our HIPAA-compliant patient intake system. Through Phreesia, you’ll need to complete a few items prior to being seen for your appointment.
- Complete your new patient forms
- Upload a photo of your insurance card and driver’s license
- Provide any relevant medical records
- Include a payment method on file
Completing this paperwork at least three business days before your appointment allows your care team to review your history in advance.
If you have previous fertility or reproductive health records, please upload them to your patient portal or fax them to your chosen IVF FLORIDA office.
What to expect at your first fertility specialist appointment
Your initial fertility consultation is a comprehensive evaluation that typically lasts 45 to 90 minutes. During this visit, you’ll meet with your physician to discuss your medical history, fertility goals, and next steps. Your doctor will explain the recommended fertility testing, and after the appointment, your Care Coordinator will help schedule any necessary diagnostic tests.
“The first fertility appointment is an opportunity for an open conversation about your family-building goals,” shares Dr. Chip Timmons, who sees patients at IVF FLORIDA’s Margate location. “It can be normal to feel nervous, but that visit can provide a lot of insight into why fertility can be very challenging for some, and the subsequent fertility testing that is recommended potentially allows us to identify areas that we could intervene either through fertility treatments, or surgical procedures that maximize patients chance to conceive.”
For patients interested in egg freezing, diagnostic testing may need to be completed before the consultation.
After your fertility appointment
A few days following your visit, your dedicated Financial Educator will provide personalized financial and insurance information through your IVF FLORIDA patient portal.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re ready to move forward with fertility care, we’re here to support you. Call our New Patient Center at 954-247-6200 or fill out our brief form to schedule your first appointment and start your journey toward parenthood with confidence.
