Welcome to the College's Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) Program web page. This page provides a broad range of materials including clinical guidance, educational materials, and notices of upcoming LARC Program meetings and events. Check back frequently for updates and sign up for our LARC Program e-newsletter to receive regular updates.
About the Long-Acting Reversible Contraception Program
The LARC Program provides information and guidance on LARC methods, specifically the contraceptive implant and intrauterine devices (IUDs), to reduce unintended pregnancy by increasing access to the full range of contraceptive methods. Learn more
LARC Clinical Resources
Links to the latest clinical guidance on LARC from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and other trusted sources are included here. Learn more
LARC Clinician Education and Training
Learn more about family planning education and training and access LARC slide sets to use in your educational efforts. Learn more
Coding and Reimbursement for LARC
Resources to help practices receive appropriate payment for providing contraceptive implants and IUDs are provided by the LARC Program, in collaboration with the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ Coding Department. Learn more
Advocating for Access to LARC
The LARC Program provides resources and tools to help you advocate for improved access to all contraceptive methods. Learn more
Patient Resources
Learn more about long-acting reversible contraception or find materials to use in your practice. Learn more
LARC Program E-Newsletter
The LARC Program e-newsletter will keep you up-to-date by highlighting new and existing LARC Program materials and publications, ACOG resources, relevant research, public policy developments, and news items. See the latest edition of the LARC Program e-newsletter on this page, as well as archived editions. Sign up for the LARC Program e-newsletter. Learn more