Freemie breast pump

A Freemie breast pump is a wearable electric breast pump system that collects milk in concealable cups, allowing hands-free pumping. Most major US health insurers, including Aetna and UnitedHealthcare, cover at least one model of the Freemie breast pump under ACA guidelines for breastfeeding support, according to a report from YourInsurance.info.

Insurance plans typically require a prescription from an OB-GYN or primary care provider to approve coverage for a Freemie pump. The most commonly covered models by insurance include the Freemie Independence II and Liberty II pumps as of 2024.

Insurers often partner with durable medical equipment suppliers such as Aeroflow Breastpumps and Edgepark to distribute Freemie pumps directly to eligible members. Coverage usually includes standard collection cups but may not cover extra accessories like spare parts or deluxe cup sets, which cost $40–$70 out-of-pocket.

Processing time for insurance-covered Freemie pumps ranges from 5–14 business days after claim approval according to supplier data from 2023. Medicaid programs in over 30 states list the Freemie closed-system double electric pump as an approved device on their formularies for postpartum mothers.