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Substance use treatment in San Mateo, CA

These community health centers in San Mateo treat substance use on a sliding scale. If you are in immediate danger, call 988.

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 Mateo offering substance-use treatment

222 W 39th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94403-4364

650-573-2222

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1950 Alameda de las Pulgas
San Mateo, CA 94403-1222

650-573-3571

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

222 W 39th Ave # S-130
San Mateo, CA 94403-4364

650-573-2358

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

117 N San Mateo Dr, Ste 1
San Mateo, CA 94401-2794

650-425-9408

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

225 37th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94403-4324

650-573-2786

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

222 W 39th Ave # S-131
San Mateo, CA 94403-4364

650-573-2426

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

Common questions

Is there free substance use treatment in San Mateo?

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 Mateo take Medicaid for substance use treatment?

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 substance use treatment in San Mateo?

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.