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Low-cost eye exams and vision care in New York, NY

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

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 New York offering vision care

2265 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10035-2231

212-289-6650 x21265

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

227 Madison St
New York, NY 10002

212-238-7897

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1727 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10031-4698

212-862-0054

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

645 10th Ave
New York, NY 10036-2904

212-265-4500

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

279 E 3rd St
New York, NY 10009-7813

212-749-1820

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

801 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10025-5752

212-749-1820

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

Common questions

Is there free vision care in New York?

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 New York 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 New York?

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.