Breastfeeding AND LACTATION medicine
Has your breastfeeding journey been anything but easy?
Have you felt frustrated trying to figure out why you have persistent pain with breastfeeding, why you have low milk production, or how you can prevent another plugged duct or infection?
Are you feeling pain, fear, or overwhelm from the difficulties you are facing?
Are you considering ending your breastfeeding journey - not because you want to or feel ready, but simply because you just can’t find anyone to help?
Are you feeling discouraged - knowing your lactation consultants and physicians have done everything they can within the scope of their practice to help you, and you don’t know where else to go?
Are you worried about your baby who is struggling to eat, gain weight, or figure out how to latch well?
TAKE A DEEP BREATH.
YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT PLACE.
What is “Breastfeeding and Lactation MedicinE?”
A Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine physician is more than a physician lactation consultant. Dr. Rubin is able to go one step further when lactation consultants have reached the limits of their scope of practice. There are times when knowledgeable physician involvement is crucial, and Dr. Rubin brings years of experience and extensive training in lactation to her practice to provide you with the necessary evaluation, work-up, and treatment you need.
Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine is a niche for physicians who have extra training in lactation and includes a range of services related to infant feeding. Physicians like Dr. Rubin who practice Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine can not only help with basic breastfeeding education and assistance, but they can evaluate, diagnose, and treat more complicated medical problems that arise. They are an essential part of your breastfeeding team if you are experiencing barriers to a successful and enjoyable lactation journey. Dr. Rubin is known in the Chicagoland lactation community as an experienced, skilled, and caring clinician, and has been practicing Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine for over 5 years now. She recently became board-certified as a Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine Physician by the North American Board of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine. She is honored to be in the first cohort of physicians to be certified, and she is one of only a few certified physicians in the Chicagoland area.
COMMON PROBLEMS
WE SEE AND TREAT
Difficulty latching
Tongue tie assessment
Low milk production
Overabundant milk production
Recurrent plugged ducts
Breast infection/mastitis
Persistent breast or nipple pain
Breast/chestfeeding babies with medical problems
INDUCED LACTATION
Breast/chestfeeding multiples
Exclusive pumping
Flat or inverted nipples
Poor weight gain in a baby fed human milk
Going back to work while lactating
Prenatal consults for people with a history of breast/chestfeeding problems
INDIVIDUAL CONSULTATION PRICING
Longer, relaxed, comprehensive visits with Dr. Rubin.
Evaluation of both the lactating parent and the baby.
Extended visits offer attention to detail, better communication with your physician, and the ability to get all your questions answered.
Experience the difference when you see a physician with breastfeeding expertise who is not limited by the time and management restrictions created by insurance companies.
In-person visits take place in the comfort of your own home.
You may qualify for significant discounts on physician fees if your insurance contracts with The Lactation Network (see below).
INITIAL Breastfeeding CONSULT
Extended 1.5-2 hour consultation.
Evaluation of mom and baby and establishment of a treatment plan.
Virtual: $200
In-person: $250 plus travel fee if applicable
These rates apply if you are covered by The Lactation Network. Check coverage here. Full cash pay rates are listed below.
FOLLOW-UP CONSULT VISIT
1-1.5 hour extended visit.
Most conditions require follow-up appointments to discuss test results and assess the effectiveness of our treatment plan, and make adjustments as needed. Most patients need an average of 3 total visits.
In-person visits will incur a travel fee based on location.
Virtual: $75
In-person: $150 plus travel fee if applicable
These rates apply if you are covered by The Lactation Network. Check coverage here. Full cash pay rates are listed below.
PRENATAL CONSULT
Prenatal visit for education and planning.
Virtual: $175
In-person: $225 plus travel if applicable
These rates apply if you are covered by The Lactation Network. Check coverage here. Full cash pay rates are listed below.
Highly recommended for:
First time parents
History of problems breast/chestfeeding
History of low milk production or delayed milk production
History of breast surgery
Medical problems that can affect breast/chestfeeding (including infertility, PCOS, diabetes, thyroid problems, taking hormonal therapy, autoimmune disease)
Birth parent taking hormone therapy
Anticipated birth of twins or a baby with medical problems that may affect breast/chestfeeding
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FULL CASH PAY RATES (IF NOT COVERED BY THE LACTATION NETWORK):
Initial Prenatal Consult
Virtual - $297
In-person - $347
Initial Postpartum consult
Virtual - $347
In-person - $397 (plus travel - see below)
Follow-up consults
Virtual - $247
In-person - $297 (plus travel - see below)
Additional TRAVEL FEES for in-person visits based on location:
Less than a 20-minute drive from River Forest - included in-person rate
20–39-minute drive from River Forest - $40/visit
40–59-minute drive from River Forest - $80/visit
60+ minutes - please inquire for availability and pricing
CHECK TO SEE IF YOU CAN USE YOUR INSURANCE BENEFITS TO COVER A PORTION OF YOUR SERVICES!
Our patients can now use their insurance benefits for lactation services through our partner, The Lactation Network (TLN). This will cover a portion of your services provided by Dr. Rubin. To check your benefits through TLN, click here.
If you are not covered through The Lactation Network, you may still be able to receive after-service out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance. We will provide a Superbill receipt for this purpose upon request.
Virtual Services for Illinois residents
Any of the above services can be provided virtually to anyone residing in Illinois. Though there may occasionally be limitations due to the remote nature of these evaluations, Dr. Rubin can work with your local healthcare providers to ensure that any work-up or treatment necessary can be carried out in an safe and comprehensive manner.
HOW CAN I PAY FOR MY VISIT?
Our practice is not contracted directly with any insurance companies. This allows us to spend the additional time with our patients that we feel is necessary for good care. We have several options to help offset or ease the cost of your visits.
THE LACTATION NETWORK
You may be covered for your lactation services through TLN if you have the following insurance: Blue Cross PPO, Blue Shield PPO, United Health Care (in-person visits only), Anthem PPO, Humana PPO, and VA CCN (Veterans Affairs Community Care Network) plans as well as most plans that utilize MultiPlan and PNOA. Please note that TLN does not cover the “physician services” part of your visits with In Touch, but by covering the lactation portion, your fees will be greatly reduced. Click here to check your benefits!
REIMBURSIFY
Upon request, we will provide you with a Superbill (itemized medical receipt) with all the information you need to submit your fees to your insurance for possible out-of-network reimbursement. We have partnered with Reimbursify for you to easily submit your claims for out-of-network health insurance reimbursement.
PUT US ON YOUR REGISTRY
A consult or 4th Trimester Package with In Touch Pediatrics and Lactation is easier than ever to pay for when you use the BeHerVillage gift registry. Click here to get your registry started and you can get help with funds for your services from your friends and family! If you are a loved one who would like to give our services as a gift to someone special, please contact us directly for next steps.
PREPAID AND PAYMENT PLANS
If you are not approved by TLN, you can save $102 with the purchase of a pre-paid 3-visit Breastfeeding Medicine Consult package (inquire for more details). This is a great deal as most medical lactation problems require at least 3 visits. Alternatively, we are happy to split your payments up over a period of time upon request.
PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
JANE R.
Dr. Rubin is phenomenal! I went through a lot of challenges while breastfeeding, and felt like I kept getting brushed off by doctors and other Lactation Consultants and put on antibiotics for "suspected mastitis" without ever being seen in person or properly diagnosed. After working with Dr. Rubin, my hyperlactation and recurrent clogs went away and I no longer had to wake up in the middle of the night to pump. Dr. Rubin is extremely thorough, kind and knowledgeable. She's hands on and solution oriented. She spent a long time talking with me, listening to my story, and explaining what was happening. Dr. Rubin was also very empathetic and sensitive towards my severe Postpartum Anxiety and my Health Anxiety. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of Lactation support! Without her help, I would not have been able to continue breastfeeding until my goal of 1 year. Thank you Dr. Rubin!!
JENNIFER L.
Don't struggle with breastfeeding alone, Dr. Rubin is AMAZING! I exclusively pump and was having issues with pain, engorged breast and low supply to the point where we had to supplement with formula. She does in-home visits which is great because it's a comfortable environment and I didn't have to worry about packing baby up or finding a sitter (she even held, fed and changed him when he fussed!). She is very knowledgeable and provided great resources and tweaks to my pumping routine. I saw MAJOR improvements in supply and no more pain after one visit and I have not looked back since. I went from supplementing with formula to having to freeze breast milk. If I would have known about her prior to giving birth I would have purchased the package. If you are struggling, make the investment, Dr. Rubin is totally worth it!