Make sense of perimenopause and menopause

Perimenopause typically begins in your 40s (though it can start earlier) and may include irregular cycles, sleep disruption, mood changes, brain fog, hot flashes, and joint pain. Many symptoms overlap with other conditions, which is why a provider review is helpful. We'll review your history and symptoms to help you understand what's happening.

For most women, HRT can be safe and effective when prescribed appropriately but is not suitable for everyone. While earlier studies raised concerns, current research shows HRT can reduce symptoms and help protect heart, bone, and brain health—especially when started during perimenopause or early menopause. Your provider will review your personal health history, discuss risks and benefits, and help determine if it's right for you.

Our clinicians specialize in perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause—the full continuum of hormonal change, not just the moment of transition. They're trained to distinguish between symptoms that respond to hormone therapy and those that need a different approach, and to factor in your health history, cancer risk, and reproductive background. That specificity shapes your care plan.

We prescribe a range of options tailored to your symptoms and health history, including birth control, vaginal estrogen, estrogen-only therapy, and combined estrogen and progesterone (prescribed separately so your clinician can dial in each dose). For women who prefer or aren't candidates for hormonal treatment, we also prescribe non-hormonal options including SSRIs/SNRIs, gabapentin, and medications for incontinence. Your provider will recommend what fits.

Yes. Treatment options differ slightly depending on whether you have a uterus, but HRT is still an option. Your provider will recommend the right formulation for you.

Your provider can review your current treatment, adjust your dosing or formulation, and optimize your plan. Many women aren't on the right dose or delivery method for their needs.

Yes! Hormone Care providers on Maven are in-network with over 475 commercial insurance plans nationwide. Coverage varies by plan and state, so start by checking your eligibility. Being in-network does not guarantee your plan covers these services. Our eligibility check is quick, and you don’t have to book anything. If your plan isn’t accepted or you’d rather not use insurance, you can choose our self-pay option instead. Either way, you’ll get the same care team and a personalized plan.

Maven accepts most commercial insurance plans nationwide, including:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Anthem
• United Healthcare
• Aetna
• Horizon
• CareFirst
• Premera

You can check your eligibility in just a few minutes after creating an account. Once you’ve signed up, you’ll enter your insurance details and we’ll let you know whether your plan is accepted and what the estimated appointment cost will be.

If your plan isn’t in-network, you can still proceed with our self-pay option per visit. Self-pay for hormone care is $140 per visit. Medication costs are billed separately and may also be covered by your insurance depending on your specific pharmacy benefits.

If your plan has out-of-network coverage, you may be able to receive a partial reimbursement from your insurer by requesting a superbill from our Support team. Check your insurance to see if you are eligible for out-of-network coverage.

Maven Hormone Care does not accept Medicaid, Medi-Cal, TRICARE, or original Medicare plans at this time. If you are enrolled in one of these plans, you are still able to join Maven Hormone Care through our self-pay option.

Maven Hormone Care does accept Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans, and coverage depends on your specific plan. HMO plans may also be accepted, depending on your specific insurance carrier and plan. To see if your plan is covered, create an account and proceed with the eligibility check. We’ll let you know if your plan is in-network and what your estimated cost for an appointment will be.

Your medical insurance may cover your visits with a hormone care provider. If it does, you’ll pay your plan’s copay, coinsurance, or deductible for each visit. Maven sends your prescriptions to your pharmacy of choice. Your pharmacy will review your benefits and determine your out-of-pocket costs for your prescriptions.

Your prescriptions may also be covered by insurance, depending on your pharmacy benefits. If you’re prescribed medication, the charge will be determined when you pick up your prescription at the pharmacy. Any estimates shared with you while booking your Maven Hormone Care visit do not include the estimated cost of medication.

You may have a copay or deductible depending on your plan. With insurance, each visit is billed to your plan, so there may be a copay, coinsurance, or the plan’s full rate until you meet your deductible. After you create an account and check your eligibility, you’ll see an estimate of your cost for the visit before you book. This is an estimate, not a guarantee of coverage or final cost. Your insurer will determine the final amount after processing the claim. If you’d rather not use insurance, you can opt for self-pay for $140 per visit with no copay or deductible.

Virtual visits are designed for consultation and follow-up guidance. If in-person care or additional testing is needed, your provider will help direct you appropriately.

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