Lunabelle Lactation Services
There are numerous situations where a lactation consultant can support the breastfeeding family. A few examples:
What Happens During a Lactation Consultation?
*Appointment times vary depending on your needs, but typically from 60-90 minutes
Fee Structure
Home Visits:
Initial visit: $200
Follow-up visits: $175
+ $50 for holiday/weekend schedule
+$50 for driving further than 20 miles from Asheville
Telehealth Consultations:
Initial Visit: $150
Follow-up: $125
Prenatal Consultation:
Most people can expect to have breastfeeding go just fine, without needing the expertise of a lactation consultant. During a prenatal breastfeeding consultation, we discuss your goals and expectations of breastfeeding, your feelings and develop a plan for how to address any specific concerns or challenges you may face. We also discuss some tips, tricks, and strategies for getting breastfeeding off to a strong start. Think of this like a private breastfeeding class.
$150
Payment is due at the time of service
Lunabelle Lactation partners with The Lactation Network to bill insurance plans directly. Your lactation visit can be pre-approved for Blue Cross PPO, Blue Shield PPO, Anthem PPO, Cigna PPO and several other health insurance plans. Pre-approved visits are covered at 100% with no cost to you, and TLN will bill your insurance plan directly. Visit TLN to request pre-approval at the button below.
The Lactation Network Insurance Pre-approval
If coverage from your insurer is not approved through TLN, you can contact your plan directly to find out what coverage you are entitled to. Most health insurance plans cover lactation services as well as supplies. Upon request, you will receive a super bill receipt at your lactation visit that you can file directly for reimbursement.
- Engorgement difficulties
- Inverted or flat nipples
- Latch problems
- Breast or nipple pain
- Inadequate or slow infant weight gain
- Sudden infant weight loss
- Low milk supply
- Strong Letdown/High milk supply
- Lactation management for special situations (Jaundice, hospitalization, etc...)
- Preserve the breastfeeding relationship if returning to work
- Induced or Re-lactation
- Assistance with breastfeeding after breast surgeries
- NICU Graduates transitioning to breast
- When your instincts are telling you that something isn't quite right and you want to talk it through with a professional who will listen and respect your experience as a parent
What Happens During a Lactation Consultation?
- Discussing your short-term and long-term breastfeeding goals
- Taking a prenatal, birth, and feeding history
- Weigh the baby before and after feed to gauge milk intake
- Check baby for any oral restrictions (such as tongue tie or lip tie)
- A feeding assessment, where the consultant carefully and critically observes the baby's feeding cues, behaviors, and response to the feeding, as well as the ability to transfer milk – a complex, integrated activity
- Work with mother and baby to achieve a comfortable and sustainable latch
- Documenting the findings and composing a summary of the plan agreed upon by the mother and the consultant, which includes any referrals to other care providers and support services
- Help with setting up and using a breast pump properly, including sizing mom for correct flange size if necessary
- Carefully answering any lingering questions the parents may have
- Creating a care plan document together with a written copy given to the mother and confirming any follow-up arrangements
- Writing a summary and communication with pertinent health care providers if necessary
- Helping families feel more secure and confident in managing needs with practical tools and non-judgmental, empathetic support
*Appointment times vary depending on your needs, but typically from 60-90 minutes
Fee Structure
Home Visits:
Initial visit: $200
Follow-up visits: $175
+ $50 for holiday/weekend schedule
+$50 for driving further than 20 miles from Asheville
Telehealth Consultations:
Initial Visit: $150
Follow-up: $125
Prenatal Consultation:
Most people can expect to have breastfeeding go just fine, without needing the expertise of a lactation consultant. During a prenatal breastfeeding consultation, we discuss your goals and expectations of breastfeeding, your feelings and develop a plan for how to address any specific concerns or challenges you may face. We also discuss some tips, tricks, and strategies for getting breastfeeding off to a strong start. Think of this like a private breastfeeding class.
$150
Payment is due at the time of service
Lunabelle Lactation partners with The Lactation Network to bill insurance plans directly. Your lactation visit can be pre-approved for Blue Cross PPO, Blue Shield PPO, Anthem PPO, Cigna PPO and several other health insurance plans. Pre-approved visits are covered at 100% with no cost to you, and TLN will bill your insurance plan directly. Visit TLN to request pre-approval at the button below.
The Lactation Network Insurance Pre-approval
If coverage from your insurer is not approved through TLN, you can contact your plan directly to find out what coverage you are entitled to. Most health insurance plans cover lactation services as well as supplies. Upon request, you will receive a super bill receipt at your lactation visit that you can file directly for reimbursement.
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