3
charge on a sliding scale
3
accept Medicaid
3
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.
3 centers in Santa Barbara offering vision care
4141 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93110-1814
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
345 Camino del Circulo
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
- Sliding scale
- Medicaid
- Uninsured welcome
345 Camino del Remedio
Santa Barbara, CA 93110-1332
- 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 Santa Barbara?
3 of the 3 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 Santa Barbara take Medicaid for vision care?
3 of the 3 centers listed accept Medicaid. 3 also see patients with no insurance at all.
Do I need insurance to be seen for vision care in Santa Barbara?
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.