Washington Abortion Policies
State gestational limits, waiting periods & ultrasound requirements, insurance coverage and medication abortion restrictions
State Requirements for the Provision of Medication Abortion, as of October 7, 2024
“—” abortion banned in these states. For more details on legal status of abortion in states, please visit our “Status of Abortion Bans in the United States” map.
Restrictions on Private Insurance and Medicaid Coverage of Abortion, as of November 6, 2024
“—” abortion banned in this state. For more details on legal status of abortion in states, please visit our “Status of Abortion Bans in the United States” map.
Medicaid Limitations– State limits Medicaid coverage of abortion to the Hyde Amendment restrictions (only allowed in the cases of rape, incest or life endangerment). Private Insurance Limitations – State prohibits coverage of abortions in private insurance policies sold in the state (with certain exceptions). Some states may allow abortion coverage to be purchased as a rider. Marketplace Limitations – State prohibits plans sold on state Marketplaces from covering abortion (with certain exceptions).
Mandatory Waiting Periods, In-Person Counseling, and Ultrasound Requirements for Women Seeking Abortions, as of October 2024
“—” abortion banned in these states.
N/A: Not applicable.