Cost of Services

Sarasota County Health Department works to make sure its services are available to as many people as possible.  The cost of a service depends on your ability to pay.  Some services are always free; others require you to pay if you have the ability.  Your ability to pay is determined by the Eligibility office (see below).

The best way to find out the cost of a particular service, once you know your eligibility status, is to contact that service department directly.  You can find contact information listed under each service's web page or on the Contact Us page.

Eligibility requirements at SCHD

Sarasota County Health Department offers many services that are available to anyone; other services require you to meet certain eligibility requirements prior to receiving the service.

Age Requirement:  SCHD serves residents under 55 years of age.  Residents aged 55 years and older should contact the Senior Friendship Center for health services.

Services available to anyone (no eligibility requirements, though some require financial screening and/or fees for services):

• Birth control (contraceptives)
• Family planning
• Childhood immunizations (vaccinations)
• Immunizations for foreign travel
• Sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing, treatment, and counseling.

Other services are available only to persons determined to be eligible. 

Clinic Cards

You must have a Clinic Card to receive some services at SCHD.  Eligibility specialists work with new clients to go over their individual situations and documentation.

To obtain a Clinic Card, go to the Eligibility office at a SCHD location.  You must  provide:

• Identification
• (U.S. citizens) Government-issued photo identification
• (Citizens of other countries in the U.S. on a visa) Passport and I-94 form.  Additional documentation may be required.
• (Resident aliens) Residency card ("Green Card").  Additional documentation may be required.
• Social Security cards for all in your family
• Proof of current Sarasota County residency* (such as a recent utility bill or rental agreement)
  • EXCEPTION: North Port Health Center
    The Sarasota County residency requirement DOES NOT apply to the North Port Health Center.  Those who live outside Sarasota County may may use the North Port Health Center if they meet the other eligibility requirements for services.  This is because the North Port Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center.
• Proof of income for the last four weeks for everyone in your family.  (If you are self-employed, bring your most recent completed tax return.)
• The most recent bank statement(s) from any household member account(s)  
• At your initial visit, SCHD may require you to provide verification in addition to that listed above.
• Additional requirements:  Individual Health Centers may have specific eligibility requirements.

What if I don't have health insurance coverage?

• Take this quick survey to see if you may be eligible for Medicaid.

• Florida KidCare provides coverage for eligible children under age 19.

• Sarasota Healthcare Access assists with access to medical & dental services for uninsured and underinsured residents of Sarasota County.

• Get Sarasota Insured helps individuals, families, and small businesses find low-cost insurance coverage options.

Eligibility Offices - Hours and Contact Information

Health Department (Ringling Health Center / Sarasota) - (941) 861-2669

• Mon - Wed:  8a - 4p

• Thurs:  11a - 6p

• Fri:  9a -12p

North Port Health Center  -  (941) 861-3825

• Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri:  8a - 4p

• Wed:  8-11a & 3-5p

For more information about clinic services:  Contact us...