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Low-cost eye exams and vision care in Chicago, IL

These community health centers in Chicago provide eye exams and vision care on a sliding scale.

7

charge on a sliding scale

7

accept Medicaid

7

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.

7 centers in Chicago offering vision care

3700 W 26th St
Chicago, IL 60623-3824

773-542-5203

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

5401 S Wentworth Ave Spc 5
Chicago, IL 60609-6300

773-288-6900

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

4255 W 63rd St
Chicago, IL 60629-5041

773-254-1400

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1044 N Francisco Ave
Chicago, IL 60622-2743

877-692-8686

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

3600 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago, IL 60647-2319

773-782-2800

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

3860 West Ogden Avenue
Chicago, IL 60623-2460

773-843-3000

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

3219 W Carroll Ave FL 1
Chicago, IL 60624-2031

872-588-3000

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

Common questions

Is there free vision care in Chicago?

7 of the 7 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 Chicago take Medicaid for vision care?

7 of the 7 centers listed accept Medicaid. 7 also see patients with no insurance at all.

Do I need insurance to be seen for vision care in Chicago?

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.