We get the same questions a lot and that’s a good thing. It means you’re paying attention to your health, your options, and what’s actually going to happen if you walk through our door. Here’s what we hear most.
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Nothing. Every service we offer — pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, STI testing, options education — is completely free. We’re a non-profit medical clinic.
No. We don’t accept or bill insurance. Care is free whether you have insurance or not.
We recommend it — it helps us give you private, focused time. Some same-day appointments are usually available.
Usually 45 minutes to an hour, depending on what services you need. We don’t rush you.
Just yourself and a photo ID. (we can see you without an ID)
Yes — a partner, parent, friend, anyone you trust.
We try to accommodate walk-ins when we can, but scheduling ahead is always best.
Cabarrus Women’s Center
Monday: 9:00-1:00pm
Tuesday: 3:00-7:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00-12:00pm
Thursday: 3:00-7:00pm
uCity Woman’s Center
Monday: 3:00-7:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am-1:00pm
Wednesday: 3:00-7:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am-1:00pm
Yes. As a medical clinic, we have very high confidentiality standards. Your information stays private and is never shared without your written permission.
No, not from us. We don’t share your information with anyone — including your parents — without your permission.
No. We don’t bill insurance, so there’s no record of your visit on your insurance.
Not from us. What you share with us stays with us.
We keep our own records as a medical clinic, but we don’t share them with outside providers or your primary care office without your written permission.
Yes. Every pregnancy test we offer is free, no insurance needed.
Yes. We use medical-grade urine pregnancy tests.
If your home test was positive, a confirmation test from us is a good next step — it gives you certainty before any decisions. If it was negative and you’re still wondering, we can re-test.
For the most accurate result, schedule about 4 weeks after the first day of your last period — typically a week after a missed period.
No. A urine sample taken any time of day will work.
Yes. Our limited ultrasound is completely free.
Three things: how far along you are (gestational age), whether the pregnancy is inside the uterus (not ectopic), and whether it’s viable.
Typically after a positive pregnancy test and at least 5 weeks since your last period. Earlier than that, an ultrasound may not show enough to be helpful.
Yes. Limited ultrasounds use the same safe, non-invasive imaging used for routine prenatal care.
It means we focus on confirming pregnancy location, gestational age, and viability. We don’t diagnose other medical conditions — for those, your OB or family doctor will do a comprehensive ultrasound later.
A trained medical staff member, under the direction of a North Carolina–licensed physician.
Yes, if you want one.
Chlamydia and gonorrhea — the two most common reportable STIs in the U.S.
Yes.
They basically mean the same thing. STI (sexually transmitted infection) is the term most doctors and the CDC use today; STD (sexually transmitted disease) is the older term.
No. In fact, most STIs have no symptoms — that’s exactly why testing matters.
A urine sample — quick and painless.
We provide a referral for free or low-cost treatment. Both chlamydia and gonorrhea are easily treated when caught early.
No. We’re a pregnancy resource center, not an abortion provider. We offer free pregnancy confirmation, ultrasounds, STI testing, and options education.
No, we don’t refer for abortion. We do provide medically accurate education about every option — including the abortion pill — so you can make an educated decision about your next step.
Yes. We don’t perform or refer for abortions. We do provide medically accurate information about all your options and compassionate care regardless of what you decide. You’re welcome here whatever you’re thinking.
The only way to know for sure is an ultrasound. The abortion pill is FDA-approved only through 10 weeks, and home dating is often off by weeks. A free ultrasound at our center tells you your true gestational age.
Most abortions are limited to the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, with limited exceptions. NC also requires a 72-hour waiting period and an in-person ultrasound at the abortion facility. The abortion pill specifically is limited to 10 weeks. Full details on our Abortion Pill page.
An untreated STI raises your risk of complications, including pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), after any procedure. We recommend getting tested before any abortion — and we offer that testing free.
A pregnancy that develops outside the uterus, most often in a fallopian tube. It can be dangerous if untreated and requires different medical care — the abortion pill cannot end an ectopic pregnancy. An ultrasound is how it’s identified.
No. You don’t need parental consent for a pregnancy test, an ultrasound, or to talk with our medical staff about your options.
No. We don’t share your information without your permission.
All of pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and STI testing are free including to minors
Yes. Bring whoever you trust.
Yes. We’re a non-profit medical clinic, and our medical services are directed by a North Carolina–licensed physician.
We offer pregnancy confirmation and a limited ultrasound. For ongoing prenatal care, we’ll refer you to an OB or family doctor.
We don’t dispense birth control. This is a decision you should discuss with your doctor
We’re a non-profit funded by community donations and grants. Every service is free to clients.
Yes. We serve everyone, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or citizenship status.
You’re not bothering us — these are exactly the questions we’re here to answer.