Modern Fox Fertility operates as part of the Fertility Centers of Illinois (FCI) network and is located at 900 N Kingsbury in Chicago's River North neighborhood — one of the city's most accessible and vibrant districts, steps from public transit and the North Branch of the Chicago River. The clinic holds a 3.6-star rating across 213 patient reviews and serves as an LGBTQ+-inclusive fertility center within the larger FCI system. FCI is one of the longest-established fertility practice groups in Illinois, with a clinical history spanning several decades. Patients comparing providers across the state can consult the full Illinois fertility clinic directory.
Physicians and Clinical Team
Physicians affiliated with Modern Fox Fertility / FCI hold board certification in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and participate in FCI's broader clinical and research programs. The practice's association with FCI gives patients access to a depth of laboratory and clinical infrastructure that exceeds what most independent single-location practices can provide. Coordination among FCI physicians means that patients have access to specialist input across subspecialty areas including recurrent pregnancy loss, male factor, and advanced maternal age.
Services and Treatments
- IVF with ICSI and extended blastocyst culture
- IUI with and without stimulation
- Egg freezing (elective and medically indicated)
- Frozen embryo transfer
- Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT-A, PGT-M)
- Donor egg, donor sperm, and embryo donation
- Reciprocal IVF for same-sex female couples
- Gestational carrier coordination
- Fertility preservation for cancer patients
- Comprehensive male factor evaluation
Laboratory and Success Rates
FCI maintains centralized laboratory resources that serve all network locations, including the Kingsbury office. The laboratory uses vitrification-based cryopreservation and supports extended blastocyst culture through day 5 and day 6. PGT biopsy samples are sent to accredited external reference laboratories. FCI participates in SART reporting, making cycle-level data publicly available.
Patients should review the most current cycle-level data published by the CDC's ART Surveillance program and the SART Clinic Summary Report.
Patient Experience
Patient reviews of the Modern Fox / FCI Kingsbury location reflect a mixed experience. Patients who have achieved successful outcomes frequently credit the clinical expertise of their physicians and the thoroughness of the diagnostic workup. Those with more critical reviews often cite communication delays, billing questions, or the experience of navigating a larger network practice in which scheduling and follow-up can feel less personalized than at boutique clinics.
The River North location is convenient for patients who work in or near downtown Chicago, with the CTA Brown and Purple lines providing direct rail access and the Merchandise Mart station nearby. Parking in the area requires planning, and patients are advised to check available garage options when scheduling early monitoring appointments.
For LGBTQ+ patients, the clinic's inclusive designation means staff are trained in the specific considerations for same-sex family building, including donor coordination, legal parentage documentation, and reciprocal IVF logistics.
Considering At-Home Insemination?
Not every fertility journey begins in a clinic. At-home intracervical insemination (ICI) is a lower-cost, private option that suits patients with no known fertility diagnosis — including single parents by choice, same-sex couples, and people who want to try a few cycles before committing to clinical treatment.
At-home insemination kits like those from MakeAMom come with step-by-step instructions designed for donor or partner sperm. Kits are a one-time purchase that can be reused until conception succeeds, require no clinic visit, and arrive in plain, discreet packaging. Many patients use them as a first step while working toward a fertility consultation — or alongside ovulation tracking while they wait for an appointment slot.
If you have a known fertility diagnosis, have been trying for 12 months without success (six months if you're over 35), or your physician has already recommended IUI or IVF, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist is the right next step.
Insurance and Financing
Illinois is one of a small number of states with a comprehensive fertility insurance mandate. The Illinois Insurance Code requires group health plans that cover more than 25 employees to cover diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including IVF up to specified lifetime maximums. Patients should confirm that their employer plan is subject to the Illinois mandate, as self-funded ERISA plans are federally preempted from state mandates. FCI's financial team can assist with insurance verification and prior authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the relationship between Modern Fox Fertility and Fertility Centers of Illinois? Modern Fox Fertility is a brand or location within the Fertility Centers of Illinois network. Clinical operations, laboratory resources, and physician credentialing are managed under the FCI umbrella.
Does the Illinois mandate cover IVF at this clinic? If your employer-sponsored health plan is subject to Illinois state mandate requirements and covers more than 25 employees, IVF should be covered subject to plan-specific terms. Self-funded plans are exempt. Verification with your insurer and the clinic's billing department is essential before starting treatment.
How does the clinic support patients going through fertility preservation before cancer treatment? FCI has experience coordinating urgent fertility preservation cycles for patients facing chemotherapy or radiation. Patients are advised to contact the clinic as early as possible after a cancer diagnosis to discuss the fastest available pathway to egg or embryo freezing.
Are weekend monitoring appointments available? Weekend monitoring is typically available at FCI network locations, though scheduling may vary. Patients should confirm weekend availability when booking their cycle start.