Abortion Care for Missouri Residents
Finding abortion care in Missouri can be challenging due to the state’s evolving abortion laws and limited in-state access. At Boulder Valley Health Center (BVHC), we understand that traveling for healthcare can feel overwhelming. Our team is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and confidential environment where Missouri residents can access the reproductive healthcare they need.
As an accredited non-profit facility with over 50 years of history, our clinic in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in providing high-quality care to patients traveling from Missouri.
Your Path to Compassionate Abortion Care in Boulder, CO
For many Missourians, traveling to Colorado is the most reliable way to access timely and private care without the legal and logistical hurdles found in neighboring states.
- Rapid Appointment Access: While clinics in states closer to Missouri often face 3-week backlogs, we typically offer appointments within 7 days.
- Single-Visit Guarantee: We prioritize out-of-state patients to ensure that your consultation and procedure are completed in a single visit, minimizing the time you need to spend away from home.
- Legal Protections: Colorado’s Shield Laws and constitutional protections ensure that your care is safe and legal. We maintain strict confidentiality and do not share patient information with out-of-state authorities.
Navigating Missouri Abortion Laws and Your Options
Missouri’s abortion laws have undergone significant changes in recent years. Access to abortion services within the state remains limited and can be subject to ongoing legal and regulatory developments.
What Missouri Residents Should Know
- Abortion access in Missouri remains subject to changing legal and political conditions.
- Availability of services within the state may be limited depending on provider capacity and legal restrictions.
- Patients often travel to neighboring states or Colorado to ensure timely access to care.
- Colorado protects abortion rights through both statutory and constitutional safeguards.
Traveling is Legal:
Missouri residents have the legal right to travel to another state to receive abortion care where it is lawful. Colorado remains a protected access state and welcomes patients from across the country seeking reproductive healthcare.
Comprehensive Abortion Services for Missouri Patients
At BVHC, we provide a full spectrum of abortion care designed for those navigating long-distance travel:
- 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 fromMissouri for Abortion Care Services
Whether you are traveling from St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, Columbia, or a rural Missouri community, Boulder is accessible through Denver International Airport (DEN) and major interstates routes. We are here to help plan your route.
Plan Your Specific Route
Select your region below for detailed travel information:
- St. Louis (STL): View the St. Louis Travel Guide
- Kansas City (MCI): Kansas City Travel & Flight Options
- Springfield (SGF): Southwest Missouri Travel Guide
- Columbia: Mid-Missouri Travel Planning
- Jefferson City: State Capital Travel Guide
- St. Joseph: Northwest Missouri Travel Guide
Our patient navigators are also available to offer additional guidance on travel options and logistics.
Financial Assistance & Support for Missouri Patients
We believe that your zip code or income should never determine your access to healthcare. BVHC works with several reputable organizations to help make travel and medical costs manageable.
Reputable Missouri Support Organizations:
- Missouri Abortion Fund: Provides financial assistance and practical support for Missourians seeking abortion care both in and out of state.
- Right By You: Offers confidential support, education, and navigation assistance for young people seeking reproductive healthcare resources.
- Midwest Access Coalition: Helps pregnant people traveling to, from and within the Midwest to access abortion care.
- National Abortion Federation (NAF): Our navigators can help you secure national funding during your appointment call.
At BVHC, 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
If you’re considering traveling to Boulder for abortion services, please call us to discuss and schedule an appointment. We offer online scheduling for your abortion, making it easier to access confidential, compassionate services from anywhere.
We’re here to answer your questions and provide high-quality, affordable, supportive, and respectful healthcare to all our patients.
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.