We believe families deserve complete financial clarity before making any decision. Here is an honest, detailed breakdown of what pediatric growth hormone therapy costs at our private partner clinics — with no surprises.
Our partner clinics are private, boutique practices operating entirely outside of the insurance system. This is a deliberate choice — not a limitation. It means:
Families who come to us are serious about their child's growth and understand the investment involved. If you are exploring whether this is the right path for your family, this guide is designed to give you everything you need to make a fully informed decision.
No Charge
A complimentary 20-minute call with our care team. We review your child's growth history, answer your questions and determine if a formal evaluation is appropriate. No commitment required.
~$2,000
One-time visit at our partner clinic in Irvine, CA. Includes physician exam, bone age X-ray, full hormone panel (IGF-1, IGFBP-3, thyroid)and growth hormone stimulation testing where indicated. Payable at time of appointment.
discussed privately with your physician
Physician-prescribed growth hormone therapy. Exact cost depends on your child's weight, prescribed dose, diagnosis and chosen brand. Determined by the physician after the evaluation.
All services are self-pay. We do not bill insurance, accept co-pays, or participate in any insurance network. Payment is due at each appointment and monthly for medication. We accept all major credit cards and HSA/FSA accounts where applicable.
Treatment is individually dosed based on each child's clinical picture. Several factors determine what any particular family's monthly cost will be:
Treatment is dosed by body weight. Heavier children require higher doses and therefore have higher monthly costs. Your physician will calculate the precise dose based on your child's weight and diagnosis.
Growth Hormone Deficiency typically calls for a lower dose than Idiopathic Short Stature or Turner Syndrome protocols. Your child's specific diagnosis directly influences the prescribed dose and therefore the monthly cost.
Multiple physician-prescribed therapy options are available with varying cost profiles and delivery devices. The physician and your family will discuss which is most appropriate for your child.
Most children are now on the therapy schedule your physician recommends using newer long-acting formulations including long-acting weekly options. Daily formulations are also available. Weekly vs daily options may have different cost profiles — your physician will advise on the best regimen.
Growth hormone therapy is not a short-term commitment. Most children treated before puberty continue therapy for several years, which represents a significant multi-year financial investment. Because ongoing treatment costs are determined by your physician after a full clinical evaluation — based on your child's weight, diagnosis, prescribed protocol and chosen brand — exact figures are discussed privately during your consultation.
During the consultation and after the formal evaluation, the physician's office will provide:
The one fixed cost that families can plan for up front is the initial evaluation — approximately $2,000, which includes the physician exam, bone age X-ray, comprehensive hormone panel and intake lab work.
We believe families deserve clear cost information before the consultation, not after. Most families on physician-prescribed pediatric growth hormone therapy can expect:
These figures are approximate. Your physician will provide the exact cost for your child's specific protocol after evaluation. Cost transparency is part of our commitment — you should have all the financial information you need to make an informed decision before your child's first appointment.
For families who move forward, the decision is rarely purely financial. Parents consistently describe the outcome in terms of their child's confidence, social development and quality of life — not just inches gained. The clinical data supports real, measurable height gains: children with GHD often achieve near-normal adult height with treatment, and ISS patients gain an average of 1–3 additional inches of adult height.
The question most families ultimately ask is not "is this expensive?" — it clearly is. The question is: what is a meaningful improvement in my child's height, confidence and long-term wellbeing worth?
We encourage every family to start with the free telemedicine consultation — not to commit, but to have a complete, honest conversation about whether this path makes sense for your child and your family.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) can generally be used for physician-prescribed medical treatments including growth hormone therapy. Consult your plan administrator to confirm eligibility and documentation requirements before your appointment.
Before any commitment, speak with our care team. We'll discuss your child's situation, walk you through the full process and costs and answer every question you have. No charge, no obligation.
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