Western Fertility Institute
Encino, California
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About
Western Fertility Institute is a physician-owned Encino practice built around Dr. Ashim Kumar, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and OB/GYN whose dual expertise shapes a comprehensive yet patient-centered model of care. The institute is particularly noted for its Mini IVF program — offering lower-stimulation alternatives to conventional IVF — alongside a full suite of ART services including egg freezing, donor programs, and LGBTQ+-inclusive care.
Services & Pricing
Contact clinic for current pricing: 888-261-4574
Pricing and insurance details are compiled from public sources and change frequently — confirm directly with the clinic. Full disclaimer
Cost factors to verify
A quoted price rarely tells the whole story. Ask the clinic how each of these is handled before comparing prices:
- Diagnosis and testing — workup before treatment starts
- Medications — injectables and pharmacy costs
- Monitoring — cycle bloodwork, ultrasounds, and visits
- Lab and anesthesia — embryology lab work, retrieval, and outside lab fees
- Embryo testing — genetic testing (PGT) when used
- Donor services — donor eggs, sperm, or gestational carrier coordination
- Insurance plan design — coverage, network rules, and benefit limits
- Financing — payment plans, multi-cycle packages, and refund programs
Questions to ask this clinic
- Which services happen at this location, and which require travel to another lab or partner site?
- Which fees are included in the quoted cycle price, and which are billed separately?
- How should patients verify insurance benefits before starting treatment?
Programs & Specialties
Insurance
Accepts insurance and out-of-pocket payments. Specific carriers not listed. Insurance acceptance is self-reported by the clinic and changes frequently. Fertility benefits also vary by individual employer plan, and self-funded plans may opt out of state mandates. Always verify coverage directly with the clinic and your insurer before starting treatment.
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CDC/NASS Treatment Data
2022 CDC/NASS reporting year with 192 total ART cycles.
CDC/NASS percentages use specific denominator definitions and are not an overall clinic score. Outcomes vary by age, diagnosis, embryo source, and treatment plan.
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