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Years of Care
Patient Discount
Understanding the Sliding Fee Discount
UPFH is not a free clinic, but we offer some of the most affordable care in the valley through our Sliding Fee Discount Program. By providing income verification once a year—even if you have insurance—we can help reduce your office visit payments and make high-quality care more accessible.
Income verification simply means showing proof of what you earn. Your discount is based on your household income and family size, and some discount levels may also require proof of address. It’s a quick, simple process that ensures you receive the lowest cost for the care you need.
Family Income
How you Calculate
Household Income
We add up the gross income (before taxes) for everyone included inyour household size, using income from the last two months. This includes wages, self-employment income, Social Security/SSI, unemployment, and other regular income sources. Please bring documentation for all income.
Family Size
Calculating Your Family Size
Your household size is the number of people in your household who are included on your taxes.
Count:
- You
- Your spouse/partner
- Your children/dependents you claim on your tax return
- Anyone else you claim as a dependent on your tax return
Do not count:
- People you financially help but do not claim as a dependent
- Relatives who live with you but file their own taxes and are not your dependent
- Family members living elsewhere (including abroad) unless you claim them as a dependent
Not sure? If you’re unsure who to include, bring your most recent tax return (or let us know who you plan to claim this year) and we can help you determine the correct household size.
Documentation
Don't Forget Your Docs!
To quality for discounts, all patients have to show 1) ID (driver’s license or other), 2) insurance card (if applicable), and 3) proof of income (choose from below):
Proof of income options:
- Most recent year's taxes
- Paycheck stubs from the last two months
- Letter from your employer stating earnings. Letter must be on employer letter head
- A recent document from unemployment, disability, pension, retirement, annuity, military family allotment, or social security
- Letter from a pastor, bishop, or shelter confirming hardship or unemployment
Good faith Estimate
Understand Your Good Faith Estimate
When you visit UPFH, you can request a Good Faith Estimate of your expected visit costs. Keep in mind, this is only an estimate. Additional services, such as an x-ray during your appointment, may result in extra charges.
You can ask for pricing before your appointment or during your visit before any procedure is performed.