Is Trans Healthcare covered by insurance?

Many insurance plans have gotten rid of exclusions that single out transgender people, and trans people are protected from public and private insurance discrimination under federal law and state laws, including in Medicaid and Medicare.

Do trans people regret switching?

98.4% expressed no regrets about transitioning. A 2021 meta-analysis of 27 studies concluded that “there is an extremely low prevalence of regret in transgender patients after [gender-affirmation surgery]”.

How often do trans people regret?

How Many Trans People Regret Transitioning? On average, 97% of people who are transgender are happy with their decision to transition. Only ~3% of trans people experience some form of regret, but may not detransition. These detransition statistics are for 2022.

Does HRT shorten your life?

Women will be able to take hormone replacement pills without worrying that the therapy will shorten their lifespans, according to the longest follow-up yet of research that raised fears about the risks of a once-popular treatment.

What are the long term effects of gender reassignment surgery?

Increased time since last gender-affirming surgery was associated with reduced likelihood of use of mental health treatment. The study found the odds of receiving mental health treatment were reduced by 8% for every year since receiving gender-affirming surgery over the 10-year follow-up period.

How much is it to go on testosterone?

The prescriptions and regular check-ups involved can cost around $1,500 a year. For transgender men’s hormone therapies, testosterone injections typically cost around $80 monthly, with testosterone patches costing more than $300 monthly.

Does the government pay for gender reassignment surgery?

Medicare pays for gender reassignment surgeries and hormone replacement therapy, as long as the surgery is deemed medically necessary. There are several surgeries a person needs to finish the process.

What is the downside of hormone replacement therapy?

Known health risks include: An increased risk of endometrial cancer (only if you still have your uterus and are not taking a progestin along with estrogen). Increased risk of blood clots and stroke. Increased chance of gallbladder/gallstone problems.