A patient arrives for an appointment looking highly anxious. While completing their paperwork, they quietly disclose that they recently lost their job, no longer have health insurance, and are deeply concerned that they will not be able to afford the medical care they need today.

How do Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) make healthcare accessible for patients in situations like this?

To learn more about Sliding Fee discount, watch the video provided and read through the information below.

Sliding Fee Definition

• A Sliding Fee (or Sliding Fee Scale) is a structured discount program utilized within healthcare and Revenue Cycle Management (RCM).

• Purpose: Its primary goal is to make essential medical services significantly more affordable for uninsured or low-income patients.

• Eligibility Factors: The reduction in the amount a patient pays for healthcare services is determined based on their specific financial situation, primarily evaluating their income, household size, and overall ability to pay.