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Low-cost eye exams and vision care in Minneapolis, MN

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

4

charge on a sliding scale

4

accept Medicaid

4

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.

4 centers in Minneapolis offering vision care

1 Lake St W
Minneapolis, MN 55408-3154

612-843-2947

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1313 Penn Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411-3000

612-543-2500

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

4243 4th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55409-2198

612-822-9030

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1801 Nicollet Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403-3791

612-823-2947

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

Common questions

Is there free vision care in Minneapolis?

4 of the 4 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 Minneapolis take Medicaid for vision care?

4 of the 4 centers listed accept Medicaid. 4 also see patients with no insurance at all.

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

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.