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MRG UPDATED : JANUARY 2012 63 CATEGORICAL FACTORS FAMILY PLANNING BENEFIT PROGRAM (FPBP) Family planning services include:  Most FDA approved birth-control methods, devices, and supplies (e.g., birth control pills, injectibles, or patches, condoms, diaphragms, IUDs);  Emergency contraception services and follow-up care;  Male and female sterilization;  Pre-conception counseling and preventive screening and family planning options before pregnancy The following additional services are considered family planning only when provided within the context of a family planning visit and when the service provided is directly related to family planning:  Pregnancy testing and counseling;  Comprehensive health history and physical examination, including breast exam and referrals to primary care providers as indicated (mammograms are not covered);  Screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs);  Screening for cervical cancer and urinary tract or female related infections;  Screening and related diagnostic laboratory testing for medical conditions that affect the choice of birth control, e.g. a history of diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, blood clots, etc.;  HIV counseling and testing;  Counseling services related to pregnancy, informed consent, and STD/HIV risk counseling;  Bone density scan (only for women who plan to use or are currently using Depo-Provera); and  Ultrasound (to assess placement of an intrauterine device). The FPBP does not cover abortions or treatment for infertility. The authorization period for FPBP is 12 months and the authorization must begin with the first month of the application. Retroactive coverage is not available under the FPBP. Before the end of the initial 12-month authorization period, the recipient will require a full re- determination of eligibility under all of the applicable eligibility requirements for the FPBP.