Does Medicaid Cover DNA Testing

Does Medical Insurance Cover Paternity Testing?

No. Medical insurance companies nationwide normally do not cover paternity testing. Medicaid and Medicare do not recognize paternity testing or related DNA relationship testing as medical procedures.

S-DNA does not currently accept insurance. This may change in the future. Some insurance companies might reconsider and provide coverage for paternity DNA testing. If that occurs, you must pay upfront for your DNA test. For reimbursement, submit your receipt to your insurance company.

Does Insurance Cover Paternity Testing While Pregnant?

Insurance does not cover DNA testing directly. If the mother has an OBGYN perform an amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling (CVS), DNA samples collected during these procedures can be used for genetic analysis to help determine the probability of paternity between an alleged biological father and child.

What Is the Cost of a Paternity Test?

• Legal Testing: Starts at $350.00 for a father and child. Learn more about this testing option here.
• At-Home DNA Tests: Start at $199.99 for a father and child. Learn more about this DNA test here.

Peace of mind DNA tests or direct-to-consumer tests are out-of-pocket expenses. These tests likely will not be covered by any insurance policy or state agency assistance program now or in the future

Conclusion

Medical insurance typically does not cover DNA relationship testing as part of their services. Inquire with your health insurance company about any changes to policies that may include DNA paternity testing services.

To learn more about our paternity DNA testing services, call 888-970-4211 to get started today.