There are scattered throughout the greater Cincinnati area, health care providers that charge on a sliding fee scale. Why this isn't talk about as part of the topic of the health care crisis is a question to be answered.
Although these sliding scale fees are a bit high for those not in subsidized housing or receiving food stamps, they do make health care much more affordable. For those with major health issues or over 50 and needing several expensive diagnostic tests as well as some routine care for a disorder these sums could still be substantial.
The services that are provided on a sliding scale fee range from mental health to pap smears, breast exams, blood cholesterol and sugar testing as well as routine office visits for check ups. Some of these providers are subsidized by the United Way and also the Federal or local governments. These programs are not largely discussed by most people and more of the population knows about medicaid and medicare than do these sliding scale fees. However, any health care provider should be able to direct you to these sources. Try calling your local health deparment to find out if you county or city has health care providers that charge a sliding scale fee. Here's to your good health!
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