6
charge on a sliding scale
6
accept Medicaid
6
see uninsured patients
A federally funded health center cannot turn you away because you cannot pay, and has to offer a sliding fee scale to any patient who asks. At or below the federal poverty line the fee is nominal. Bring photo ID and proof of income to the first visit.
6 centers in San Diego offering vision care
4725 Market St
San Diego, CA 92102-4715
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
4060 Fairmount Avenue
San Diego, CA 92105-1608
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
1809 National Avenue
San Diego, CA 92113-2196
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
10737 Camino Ruiz, Ste 140
San Diego, CA 92126-2371
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
10737 Camino Ruiz, Ste 235
San Diego, CA 92126-2375
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
9855 Erma Rd STE 105-106
San Diego, CA 92131-3001
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
The clinics above see patients on a sliding scale, and that is the right first stop. If you would rather see a clinician online:
Sesame Care
An online vision test reviewed by a licensed clinician, to renew a glasses or contact lens prescription. Prices are shown before you book; visits start at $34 and vary by clinician and location (checked August 2026).
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Common questions
Is there free vision care in San Diego?
6 of the 6 centers listed charge on a sliding scale set by household income, which is free or nominal at or below the federal poverty line. Bring photo ID and proof of income to your first visit.
Which clinics in San Diego take Medicaid for vision care?
6 of the 6 centers listed accept Medicaid. 6 also see patients with no insurance at all.
Do I need insurance to be seen for vision care in San Diego?
No. A federally funded health center cannot refuse you for inability to pay, and is required to offer a sliding fee scale to every patient who asks for one.