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 Jose offering vision care
Bach Family Clinic
FQHC1066 S White Rd
San Jose, CA 95127-3812
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
3030 Alum Rock Ave
San Jose, CA 95127-2807
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
5504 Monterey Hwy
San Jose, CA 95138-1529
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
2380 Montpelier Dr STE 200
San Jose, CA 95116-1620
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
55 E Julian St
San Jose, CA 95112-4007
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
227 N Jackson Ave
San Jose, CA 95116-1632
- 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 Jose?
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 Jose 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 Jose?
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.