u/Born_Run_8315

Out of State insurance vs. out of pocket price

Hello all,

from what I've heard Heather Faulkner accepts various insurance companies,but I live in Alabama and will be kicked off of Medicaid once I turn 19. From what I've seen on the MyChart estimate (I know it is subject to change) that if I am to pay out of pocket w/o insurance then it should be around $5,200. From what I've read through facebook groups/this group is that my out of pocket cost would be less if I use insurance; however, how will this work if I do not know much about healthinsurance.gov (I'm afraid they will not cover it and how long I would need to be on an insurance plan before I need a letter from them to see if they will cover the surgery).

If anyone is in the same boat then I would really appreciate some insight on the process!

Thanks

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u/Born_Run_8315 — 10 days ago

My GoFundMe (:

https://gofund.me/24c46653e

Hi my name is Ethan! I am an 18 y/o trans guy living in Alabama. I love video games, books, DnD, coffee, and hanging out with my friends. I came out as transgender when I was 14 years old and I was able to finally start HRT this year, February 5, 2026. Additionally, I am enrolled in my local community college and work part time saving every dollar I can to afford top surgery, specifically the double incision method. Asking for financial assistance was a last resort, but I have faith that there are people willing to help me. I have a consultation scheduled for November with Dr. Heather Faulkner at Emory Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Gender dysphoria is something that affects my life daily and it has been taking a toll on my mental health for the last several years. I believe that everyone deserves to feel confident and comfortable in their body and that includes me! Any amount will help put me one step closer to my goal of feeling at home in my body. If you cannot donate please share this to help me reach my goal. 

With all my love, 
Ethan 

u/Born_Run_8315 — 5 months ago
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Transferring to UAB in Fall of 2027 (hopefully)

Hi everyone,

I am currently attending Snead State Community College and I plan to transfer to UAB in the fall of 2027. I currently have a 4.0 at Snead, but I did not do well on the ACT when I was in high school.

Can anyone provide me with insight on some financial aid opportunities I might be eligible for due to my academic standing?

Additional Context:

- I receive the full pell grant from FAFSA

- I am a work study student

- I live in Marshall County

- graduated high school a semester early

- graduated top 10 of my class (Summa Cum Laude)

- Currently a member of Phi Theta Kappa

Thank you for reading ( any advice is appreciated)

Sincerely, E.

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u/Born_Run_8315 — 5 months ago