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Financial Hardship / Sliding Fee Discount Program

At Orange Coast Psychiatry, we are committed to making high-quality psychiatric and mental-health care accessible to all patients, including those who may experience financial hardship. We recognize that temporary or ongoing financial challenges can make treatment difficult to afford.

To support our patients, we offer a Financial Hardship Discount Program (also known as a Sliding Fee Program). This program provides reduced rates for self-pay and out-of-network patients who qualify based on verified household income and family size using the most recent Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) and California thresholds.

Available Discounts

Discounts range may vary, and Eligibility is determined by income relative to the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). All financial information is confidential and used only to determine discount eligibility. Discounts apply only to direct clinical services and remain valid for 12 months from approval.

How to Apply

Step: 1

Download the Financial Hardship / Sliding Fee Discount Application (available in English and Spanish).

Step: 2

Submit the completed application and proof of income (e.g., recent pay stubs, W-2, tax return, or self-declaration) to our billing department.

Step: 3

Applications are reviewed confidentially, and you will be notified of your eligibility status. For questions or assistance

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