BCBS PPO 
Anthem PPO 
United PPO/HMO 
PNOA (Provider Network of America, check for the logo on your insurance card)
MultiPlan (check for the logo on your insurance card) 
Veterans Affairs Community Care Network (VA CCN) Optum, Region 2 
We contract with The Lactation Network to obtain coverage for the above insurance companies. Coverage may be through the parent (for prenatal and postnatal consultations) and/or your baby. Preapproval must be obtained through this online form. You will receive an email within 1-3 days letting you know if you are eligible for coverage. If you need to be seen urgently, contact us so can help expedite approval. If insurance coverage is not a priority to receive care, please schedule with us prior to receiving insurance approval.
Aetna 
Meritain 
Cofinity
Nurturing Traditions is a contracted provider for the above primary insurance plans only. Please check your policy to verify coverage. The provider number is 1972883296. If parent or baby has a different insurance policy, there will be an additional fee. As of 9/1/24, Aetna and its subsidiaries have changed their policies. The plans above cover 6 lactation codes, which equals three consultations. If more than three consultations are needed, families will need to pay our cash rate. Virtual consultations are not covered.
Cigna 
All Cigna plans should cover at least six consultations through Wildflower Health. Please check your benefits here.
Medicaid/WIC clients 
If you and your baby are signed up for WIC benefits in the state of Michigan, you can request to see an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I am contracted with the Midland county WIC office for virtual and office consultations.
If Your Policy is Not Listed Above
For out-of-network claims, payment is collected at the time of service and you are provided with a superbill to submit for reimbursement. HSA/FSA cards, credit cards, check, and cash are accepted. Payment plans can also be arranged in advance of the consultation. For assistance in getting reimbursed for lactation consulting, please read here.
I have blue cross complete healthy Michigan plan am I covered? Is there another ibclc closer to me as I’m in westland Michigan
Hello Celine,
Unfortunately, Medicaid does not cover private practice lactation consulting. Medicaid does allow you to receive WIC benefits and all Michigan WIC offices have IBCLCs on staff. I hope this helps!