Health Insurance Assistance
Sliding Fee Discount Program
The Sliding Fee Discount Program (SFDP) offers a sliding scale of payment options for services, with discounts available for individuals and families whose income falls between 100% and 200% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG).
Ask us for the sliding Fee Discount Table.
A Message from the Patient Financial Advocate Team at NECC
“Our NECC advocate team is here to assist you in getting the care you need. We can help you enroll in our Sliding Fee Scale program to make healthcare more affordable. Additionally, we can assist you in applying for Medi-Cal, Medicare, or Covered California. We can also assist in connecting you to prescription assistance programs, arranging transportation to and from your appointment at our clinics. and translation to your preferred language, call us we are here to help.”
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Sliding Fee Discount Program FAQ's
FQHCs are community-based health care providers funded by the HRSA Health Center Program to deliver primary care services in underserved areas.
This program reduces the cost of primary care for eligible individuals based on income guidelines set by the federal government.
Eligible patients can receive substantial reductions on in-house medical services. Ask us how.
In-house medical services such as labs, EKGs, immunizations, and office visits are covered. Specialty visits or diagnostics sent to reference labs or hospitals are not covered. However, discounts are available for these services.
Apply with proof of total household income. Applications are available on site.
- Most recent Federal Income Tax Return
- Most recent four paycheck stubs
- Employer letter stating annual/monthly income.
- Letter of support
- Social Security/Unemployment/Retirement check
- Court order or any other third-party documentation showing income.
Yes, you should reapply if there is any change in your household income.
Yes, you can apply regardless of insurance coverage. The program can help with any remaining balance after insurance.
Yes, you may be eligible. Complete an application and provide proof of income.
Yes, all members living in the household must be listed.
No. Dependents must be under 18 years of age.
Provide a copy of your social security award letter or bank deposit statement.
No, you can still see the doctor today. We will bill you for the nominal fee.
Yes, if the application is submitted within 30 days. Discounts apply retroactively for a 30-day period.
Applications are reviewed the same day.
The discount is effective for one year. You need to reapply annually.
Yes, a new application is required each year to continue in the program.