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Minority patients pursuing ART are more likely to have poorer in vitro fertilization (IVF) and pregnancy outcomes. These outcomes are used to predict success after FP and may lessen the appeal of such procedures in these populations. Suboptimal outcomes are further compounded by challenges with receiving referrals to, accessing, and paying for FP services. 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