Ash is at RMA NY, and I'm pretty sure their lab does not shut down. But ash, they will need to get approval from insurance and clear you financially, and order your meds, so I would let them know know this is what you want. We met with our doctor and the IVF coordinator about a week before My next cycle was due to start to get everything set up. There are also a list of tests (hiv, hepatitis, rubella) both you and DH will need to gave done before they will clear you, and you'll need to take the IVF class too, and it's only offered once a week.