Abortion Care for Nebraska Residents
Seeking abortion care in Nebraska has become increasingly restrictive following the enshrinement of the 12-week ban in the state constitution.
At Boulder Valley Health Center (BVHC), we serve as a vital legal and medical refuge for the Great Plains, offering the specialized care you may no longer be able to access at home.
As an accredited non-profit facility with over 50 years of experience, our clinic in Boulder, Colorado, provides a safe, private, and constitutionally protected environment for Nebraska patients.
Your Path to Timely Abortion Care in Boulder, CO
For many Nebraskans, traveling to Colorado is not just about legality—it’s about speed and simplicity.
- Beyond the 12-Week Limit: If you are past the first trimester, Nebraska laws prohibit care. Colorado has no gestational limits, ensuring you can receive medical services regardless of how far along you are.
- No Mandatory Waiting Period: Nebraska requires a 24-hour waiting period and state-directed counseling, which often necessitates two separate trips or an expensive overnight stay. In Boulder, you can complete your consultation and procedure in a single visit.
- Rapid Scheduling: While Nebraska’s few remaining clinics can face significant backlogs, we typically offer appointments within 7 days.
Navigating Nebraska Abortion Laws and Your Options
As of 2026, Nebraska enforces a 12-week gestational limit (calculated from the last menstrual period). Exceptions after 12 weeks are strictly limited to:
- Medical Emergencies: To save the life of the pregnant person or prevent “serious risk of irreversible physical impairment.”
- Sexual Assault or Incest: Requires specific documentation or reporting in some instances.
- Note on Fetal Anomalies: Nebraska law does not provide exceptions for fetal diagnoses. Patients facing these difficult situations frequently travel to BVHC for compassionate, specialized care.
Colorado’s Constitutional Protection: On January 1, 2026, Colorado’s constitutional right to abortion took full effect. This ensures that every patient—including those traveling from Nebraska—is fully protected and that your care can be covered by insurance or financial aid programs without legal interference.
Comprehensive Abortion Services for Nebraska Patients
At Boulder Valley Health Center, we provide a full spectrum of care designed to respect your time and privacy:
- Medication Abortion (the “Abortion Pill”): This option is for early pregnancies and involves taking two different medications. We offer complete guidance and ensure you have thorough follow-up care for using the abortion pill.
- In-Clinic Abortion Procedures: Our caring team also provides safe and professional in-clinic abortion procedures. Because we are a private, accredited facility, we can often schedule these procedures with no mandatory waiting periods once you arrive in Colorado.
- Single-Visit Care: We strive to prioritize our out-of-state patients to ensure that most procedures, including initial consultations, can be completed in a single visit to our clinic.
Our highly trained medical professionals will discuss all available options with you. As a trusted abortion provider, we guarantee you receive a personalized care plan tailored to your specific needs.
Traveling from Nebraska for Abortion Services
Whether you are driving across the Panhandle or flying from Omaha, we have developed guides to make your journey as seamless as possible.
Plan Your Specific Route
Select your region below for detailed logistics on driving the I-80 corridor or flying into Denver (DEN):
- Omaha: View the Omaha Travel Guide
- Lincoln: Plan your trip from the State Capital
- Scottsbluff / Panhandle: Short-haul driving routes (only 3.5 hours to Boulder)
- Grand Island / Kearney: Central Nebraska I-80 transit & flight options
- North Platte: Western regional access guide
Our patient navigators are also available to offer additional guidance on travel options and logistics.
Financial Assistance & Support for Nebraska Patients
We believe that the cost of travel and medical care should not be a barrier to your health. BVHC works with regional and national partners to help cover the costs of your appointment and travel.
Reputable Nebraska Support Organizations:
- Nebraska Abortion Resources (NEAR): Provides direct financial assistance for Nebraska residents.
- National Abortion Federation (NAF): Our financial navigators can help you apply for national funding when you schedule your appointment.
At Boulder Valley Health Center, our financial navigators can assist you in exploring all your options, including applying for financial aid and understanding payment plans.
Additional Support Resources
Emotional & Practical Support:
- Colorado Doula Project: Provides doula support, day-of companions and practical support, resource navigation, and follow-up emotional support through the whole process of abortion care.
Pregnancy Decision Support:
- All Options: National talk line for people making or having decided about their pregnancy.
- Toll Free Number 1-888-493-0092
Contact Boulder Valley Health Center
To ensure your privacy and provide the most accurate medical guidance, we do not book abortion appointments online. Please call our patient navigators directly.
We’re here to answer your questions and provide high-quality, affordable, supportive, and respectful healthcare to all our patients.
Phone: 303-442-5160
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm | Saturdays 8:30 am – 1:00 pm MT
Location: 2855 Valmont Road, Boulder, CO 80301
Additional Questions?
We understand that traveling for healthcare is a big decision. For detailed answers regarding medical safety, what to expect during your procedure, and aftercare, please visit our full guide for Out-of-State Patients.