Sliding Fee Discount Program

How Does the Sliding Fee Program Work?

At Inland Behavioral and Health Services (IBHS), we believe that everyone deserves access to affordable care, regardless of their insurance status. Our Sliding Fee Program allows individuals to receive essential services at discounted rates based on their income, ensuring that financial barriers don’t prevent you from getting the care you need.

We provide quality primary and preventive care, including health, oral, and mental health/substance abuse services, to all medically underserved, underinsured, or uninsured individuals. While our services cannot be offered for free, we are committed to working with you to minimize your healthcare costs. If you qualify, you may be entitled to a reduction in the price of your visit.

Rest assured, seeking an evaluation for a discount will not affect the quality of care you receive. At IBHS, we treat all our patients with respect and ensure that you receive the highest standard of care, regardless of your financial situation.

How Does the Sliding Fee Program Work?

The sliding fee is applied like a co-pay for each visit, allowing you to pay a reduced amount at the time of your appointment. Your co-pay amount is determined by your household size and total income, which we compare to federal poverty guidelines. Some services, tests, and procedures may not be covered by the Sliding Fee Program, but we will provide an estimate of the cost before proceeding so you can plan accordingly. Program eligibility is reassessed every 30 days.

Sample Sliding Fee Co-Pays & Discounts
for Medical Visits

Federal Poverty Guideline

Charge & Payment Responsibility

New Patient

Established Patient

0-100%

Nominal Fee

$25.00

$25.00

101-125%

25%

$21 - $94

$11 - $67

126-150%

50%

$43 - $189

$21 - $134

151-200%

75%

$64 - $149

$32 - $200

Patients qualifying at or below 100% of the poverty guidelines pay a fixed fee (Nominal Fee) for services. Those above 100% FPL but below 200%, pay 25-75% of charges.

How to Enroll in the Sliding
Fee Program:

Contact us or visit one of our 4 locations and ask to speak with a Patient Services Representative to complete the Sliding Fee Program application. You will need to provide:

  • A valid photo ID
  • Submit printed proof of all income sources for everyone in your household.
  • If you or your child qualify for Medicaid, our Certified Enrollment Counselors (CEC) can assist with the application process.

Examples of Income Sources:

  • Income for your household includes:
  • Wages, salaries, and/or tips
  • Unemployment payments
  • Worker’s compensation
  • Welfare benefits (e.g., TANF)
  • Child support
  • Social Security (SSI, SSDI, DWB, or CDB)
  • Veteran’s benefits
  • Pension or retirement payments
  • Self-employment earnings
  • Any financial support given from outside the household

Accepted Proof of Income:

To verify your income, provide any printed documents that show how much money each household member receives. Bank statements are not accepted. Examples of valid proof include:

  • Two recent paycheck stubs
  • Employer earnings statements
  • Federal or state benefit letters
  • Benefits checks
  • Statements of benefits