New York Prescription Assistance Program
Contact Form
New York Prescription Assistance Program is specific to New York for prescription drug discounts.
Services
Residents can access the Rx Card online for free and bring it to their local pharmacy for discounts averaging 44% off of prescription drugs. You can also search for specific medications to get an estimate on savings on their website. The card can be accessed here: https://newyork.prescriptionassistance.info/prescription-assistance/free-card?customer=newyork
Please note that you do NOT need to enter a name or address in order to access the card – it is possible to just select the mode (text, email, print) and then click “get your free card” without entering personal information.
How to Use It
Present the discount card or codes to a pharmacist. Most pharmacies in New York participate in the program, including many in East Harlem like Rite Aid, Quick Rx, and Duane Reade. The pharmacy finder can be accessed here: https://newyork.prescriptionassistance.info/pharmacy-locator
Qualifications
Anyone in New York. There are no requirements needed to use the New York Rx Card program and they will not collect any personal information. Unlike insurance programs, there are no income, age, pre-existing condition, deductible, or waiting period restrictions. People with insurance may use the card as well for prescriptions not covered by their insurance or if the discount offers a price lower than their co-pay. You can ask your pharmacist for a price comparison.
Programa de Asistencia Para Medicamentos De Prescripción Para Medicamentos Recetados en Nueva York
El Programa de asistencia para medicamentos recetados es específico para Nueva York y ofrece descuentos en medicamentos recetados.
Servicios
Residentes de la ciudad de Nueva York pueden acceder a la tarjeta Rx en línea de forma gratuita y llevarla a su farmacia local para obtener descuentos que promedian el 44% de descuento en medicamentos recetados. También puedes buscar medicamentos específicos para obtener una estimación de los ahorros visitando este buscador.. Accede a la tarjeta aquí: newyork.prescriptionassistance.info/prescription-assistance/free-card?customer=newyork
Ten en cuenta que NO es necesario ingresar un nombre o dirección para acceder a la tarjeta. Simplemente selecciona el modo (texto, correo electrónico, impresión) y luego haz clic en “obtener su tarjeta gratis” sin ingresar ningún tipo de información personal.
Cómo Usar el Programa
Presenta la tarjeta o los códigos de descuento a un profesional de farmacia. La mayoría de las farmacias de Nueva York participan en el programa, incluidas muchas en East Harlem como Rite Aid, Quick Rx y Duane Reade. Accede al buscador de farmacias aquí: newyork.prescriptionassistance.info/pharmacy-locator.
Elegibilidad
Todas las personas en Nueva York. No hay requisitos para utilizar el programa de tarjetas New York Rx Card y éste no recopilará información personal. A diferencia de los programas de seguros, no existen restricciones de ingresos, edad, afecciones preexistentes, deducibles o períodos de espera. Las personas con seguro también pueden usar la tarjeta para medicamentos no cubiertos por su seguro o cuando el descuento del medicamento con el uso de la tarjeta ofrece un precio más bajo que su copago. Pídele a tu farmacéutico una comparación de precios.
Updated on December 20, 2020
Big Apple Rx Website
Drup Pricing
(888) 454-5602 | Contact Form
Big Apple Rx Card is a program specific to NYC for prescription drug discounts.
Services
Residents can access the Rx Card online for free and bring it to their local pharmacy for discounts averaging 47% off of prescription drugs, with savings on generic drugs up to 53% and branded drugs up to 15%. The discount card can be printed from https://www.bigapplerx.com/confirmation or necessary codes can be written down and presented to the pharmacy. You can also request a plastic card to be mailed to you. Call (888) 454-5602 to request a mailed card.
How to Use It
Present the Rx Card to a pharmacist. Most pharmacies in New York participate in the program, including CVS, Duane Reade, BJs, and more. The pharmacy finder can be accessed here: https://www.optumrx.com/oe_discountmaster/pharmacy-locator
Qualifications
Anyone in New York. There are no requirements needed to use the New York Rx Card program and they will not collect any personal information. Unlike insurance programs, there are no income, age, pre-existing condition, deductible, or waiting period restrictions. People with insurance may use the card as well for prescriptions not covered by their insurance or if the discount offers a price lower than their co-pay. You can ask your pharmacist for the price.
Tarjeta Big Apple Rx
La tarjeta Big Apple Rx es un programa específico de NYC para descuentos en medicamentos recetados.
Servicios
Residentes de la ciudad de Nueva York pueden acceder a la tarjeta Rx en línea de forma gratuita y llevarla a su farmacia local para obtener descuentos que promedian un 47% de descuento en medicamentos recetados, con ahorros de hasta el 53% en medicamentos genéricos 15% en medicamentos de marca. La tarjeta de descuento se puede imprimir desde www.bigapplerx.com/confirmation o escribe los códigos necesarios y presentaros en la farmacia. También puedes solicitar una tarjeta de plástico por correo regular. Llama al (888) 454-5602 y solicita la tarjeta.
Cómo Usar el Programa
Presenta la tarjeta Rx a un farmacéutico. La mayoría de las farmacias de Nueva York participan en el programa, incluidas las farmacias CVS, Duane Reade, BJs y más. Accede al buscador de farmacias aquí: www.optumrx.com/oe_discountmaster/pharmacy-locator
Elegibilidad
Todas las personas en Nueva York. No hay requisitos para utilizar el programa de tarjetas New York Rx Card y éste no recopila información personal. A diferencia de los programas de seguros, no existen restricciones de ingresos, edad, afecciones preexistentes, deducibles o períodos de espera. Las personas con seguro también pueden usar la tarjeta para recetas no cubiertas por su seguro o si el descuento ofrece un precio más bajo que su copago. Puede preguntarle a su farmacéutico el precio de los medicamentos.
Updated on February 27th, 2021
New York Rx Card Website | Mobile App
Medication Pricing
Contact
New York Rx Card is a statewide program for prescription drug discounts to help uninsured and underinsured residents afford their prescriptions.
Services
Residents can access the Rx Card online for free and bring it to their local pharmacy for discounts of up to 80% off of prescription drugs, with average savings of 30%. The discount card can be emailed, texted, saved as an image, or printed from https://newyorkrxcard.com/create
How to Use It
Present the Rx Card to a pharmacist. Most pharmacies in New York participate in the program, including CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Target, and more. The pharmacy finder can be accessed here: https://newyorkrxcard.com/pharmacy-locator
Qualifications
Anyone in New York. There are no requirements needed to use the New York Rx Card program and they will not collect any personal information. Unlike insurance programs, there are no income, age, pre-existing condition, deductible, or waiting period restrictions. People with insurance may use the card as well for prescriptions not covered by their insurance or if the discount offers a price lower than their co-pay. You can ask your pharmacist for a price comparison.
Tarjeta de Prescripciones de Nueva York
New York Rx Card es un programa estatal de descuentos en medicamentos recetados para ayudar a los residentes sin seguro o con seguro insuficiente para pagar sus recetas.
Servicios
Residentes de Nueva York pueden acceder a la tarjeta Rx en línea de forma gratuita y llevarla a su farmacia local para obtener descuentos de hasta el 80% en medicamentos recetados, con un ahorro promedio del 30%. La tarjeta de descuento puede ser enviada por correo electrónico o mensaje de texto, o de lo contrario, guarda la tarjeta como una imagen o imprímela desde www.newyorkrxcard.com/create
Cómo Usar La Tarjeta
Presenta la tarjeta Rx a un farmacéutico. La mayoría de las farmacias de Nueva York participan en el programa incluidas las droguerías CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Target y más. Accede al buscador de farmacias aquí: www.newyorkrxcard.com/pharmacy-locator
Elegibilidad
Todas las personas en Nueva York. No hay requisitos para utilizar el programa de tarjetas New York Rx Card y éste no recopilará información personal. A diferencia de los programas de seguros, no existen restricciones de ingresos, edad, afecciones preexistentes, deducibles o períodos de espera. Las personas con seguro también pueden usar la tarjeta para recetas no cubiertas por su seguro o si el descuento ofrece un precio más bajo que su copago. Puede pedirle a su farmacéutico una comparación de precios.
Updated on December 20, 2020
covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov
vaccinefinder.nyc.gov | (833) 697-4829
Text your ZIP code to 438829 for nearest COVID-19 vaccination facility
All individuals 5 years of age and older that reside in the United States are eligible to receive the vaccine.
COVID-19 vaccines are available at pharmacies, hospitals, and through local health departments statewide. They are free and you will not be charged. Find vaccination sites at vaccinefinder.nyc.gov, Appointment Searcher Turbovax or text your ZIP code to 438829.
To schedule an appointment directly at a New York State-run site, go to am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov and follow the instructions.
ESPAÑOL/SPANISH
vaccinefinder.nyc.gov | (833) 697-4829
Agende una cita en am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov y seleccione Español en la esquina superior derecha.
Todos los individuos de 5 años de edad o más califican para una vacuna.
Las vacunas para el COVID-19 están disponibles en farmacias, hospitales y a través de los departamentos de salud locales en todo el estado. Son gratis. Encuentra sitios de vacunación en vacinefinder.nyc.gov, en el Localizador de citas Turbovax www.turbovax.info, o envía por texto tu código postal al 438829.
Updated on February 16, 2022
Find free and sliding scale clinics all the 5 NYC boroughs by neighborhood and services offered.
• Manhattan | Manhattan in Spanish
• Brooklyn | Brooklyn in Spanish
• Bronx | Bronx in Spanish
• Queens | Queens in Spanish
• Staten Island | Staten Island in Spanish
• All boroughs | All boroughs in Spanish
• Affordable Dental and Eye Care | Affordable Dental and Eye Care in Spanish
Hay lugares en los 5 condados donde las familias pueden encontrar atención médica asequible.
• Manhattan • Brooklyn • Bronx • Queens • Staten Island • Todos los condados • Affordable Dental and Eye Care in Spanish
Updated on October 26, 2020
Harlem, 1815 Madison Avenue at 118th Street, New York, NY 10035
Union Square: 235 Park Avenue South – 2nd(19th St), New York, NY 10003
212-844-2020
Excellent, comprehensive, focused, eye care for the entire family. All ages, same-day appointments, and walk-ins are welcome! Union Square EyeCare accepts Medicaid and almost all insurances. If you do not have dental insurance, the clinic will work with you so you can get services on a sliding scale fee. No patient is turned away.
Harlem Location
1815 Madison Avenue@118th Street, New York, NY 10035
Phone: 212-844-2020 | Fax: 212-844-1141
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Bus: M1, M116,M102 | Subway: 2,3,6 to 116th.
Schedule an appointment here
Union Square Location
235 Park Avenue South – 2nd(19th St), New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-844-2020 | Fax: 212-844-8221
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm | Subway: 4,5,6,L,Q,N,R,W to 14th | Bus: M1,M2 or M3 to 18th St
Schedule an appointment here
El centro Union Square EyeCare brinda atención médica ocular completa y enfocada. Atienden a personas de todas las edades, ofrece citas para el mismo día e incluso servicios sin cita previa. Encuentra las ubicaciones en East Harlem y Union Square arriba. Agenda una cita aquí.
Updated on October 26, 2020
Learn more about this city benefit at www.nyccare.nyc. For questions, send a message to NYCCare@nychhc.org or call (646) 692-2273.
Updated on February 26, 2024
Likewise, you can get free dental and vision care or pay for these benefits, depending on your income. Find more information about the Essential Plan at info.nystateofhealth.ny.gov/essentialplan.
Updated on February 27, 2024
NY State of Health Marketplace
(855) 355-5777
Get help in obtaining an affordable health care plan that meets your family needs. Call 855-355-5777 to enroll or get enrollment help here.
Eligbility
To shop in the Marketplace, you: must live in New York, be a US citizen, national, or lawfully present immigrant. Different immigration rules may apply if you are eligible for Child Health Plus or NYS Medicaid based on your income. Cannot be currently incarcerated.
Updated on August 3, 2020
FQHC Locator Website
What is an FQHC?
FQHCs (Federally Qualified Health Centers) are in most cities and many rural areas. They will help you, even if you have no health insurance. You pay what you can afford, based on your income.
FQHCs are open to all, regardless of their ability to pay. FQHCs use a sliding fee scale with discounts based on patients’ family size and income.
Locate a Federally Qualified Health Center with this health center locator tool where you can search for a health center by address, state, or county. The locator tool is managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Updated on September 1, 2020
EHHOP Website
17 East 102nd Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10029
(877) 372 -4161
ehhop.clinic@icahn.mssm.edu
The East Harlem Health Outreach Partnership (EHHOP) is the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai’s student-run, physician-supervised free clinic. EHHOP provides primary care to uninsured adults in East Harlem. Services are confidential and are provided at no cost.
Eligibility
To be an EHHOP patient you must:
– Live in East Harlem in the ZIP Codes 10029, 10035, 10128 at or above 86th St.
– Be 21 years old or older.
– Not have insurance and not qualify for insurance/Medicaid.
Services
Primary Care, Women’s Health, Mental Health, Care Coordination, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Podiatry, and Social Work.
Schedule
Saturdays, 9 am – 12 pm.
Every Week: Medical Clinic, Mental Health Clinic, Nursing Care, Access to Care Team (ACT), and Social Work.
Twice per month: Women’s Health Clinic, Ophthalmology Clinic.
Once per month: Cardiology and Podiatry Clinics.
Scheduling an appointment: Please leave a message at the EHHOP Clinic main number at (877)-372-4161 with your name and phone number and a clinic team member will get back to you.
La Asociación de Difusión de Salud de East Harlem (EHHOP) es una clínica gratuita supervisada por médicos y dirigida por estudiantes de la Escuela de Medicina de Icahn en Mount Sinai. EHHOP brinda atención primaria a adultos sin seguro en East Harlem. Los servicios son confidenciales y se brindan sin costo alguno.
Elegibilidad
Para ser un paciente de EHHOP debes:
– Vivir en East Harlem en los códigos postales 10029, 10035, 10128 en 86th St. o más arriba
– Tener 21 años de edad o más.
– No tener seguro y no calificar para seguro/Medicaid.
Servicios
Atención Primaria, salud de la mujer, salud mental, coordinación de atención, oftalmología, cardiología, podología y trabajo Social.
Programación
Sábados de 9 am – 12 pm.
Todas las semanas: Clínica médica, clínica de salud mental, atención de enfermería, equipo de coordinación para atención médica (ACT) y trabajo social.
Dos veces al mes: Clínica de Salud de la Mujer, Clínica de Oftalmología.
Una vez al mes: Clínicas de Cardiología y Podología.
Agendando una cita: Deja un mensaje en el número principal de la Clínica EHHOP (877)-372-4161 con tu nombre y número de teléfono, y un miembro del equipo de la clínica se comunicará de vuelta.
Updated on January 16, 2021
www.institute.org
1824 Madison Avenue (at 119th Street), New York, NY 10035
(212) 423-4400
The Institute offers high-quality, low-cost health care for all. In all their 31 practices, patients are not turned away if they are not able to pay. The Institute for Family Health has primary care, mental health, dental care, social work and many other services to patients of all ages. Find the nearest location here.
El Instituto Para La Salud de la Familia brinda atención médica y a bajo costo para todos. Todos los pacientes son aceptados en las 31 ubicaciones del instituto. Encuentra servicios de salud primaria, mental, dental, trabajo social y otros para todas las edades aquí.
Updated on December 7, 2020
callen-lorde.org
Chelsea: 356 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011 | (212) 271-7200
Bronx: 3144 3rd Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451 | (718) 215-1800
Brooklyn: 40 Flatbush Ave Ext, Brooklyn, NY 11201 | (212) 271-7200
Callen-Lorde Community Health Center provides sensitive, quality healthcare and related services targeted to New York’s LGBTQ communities—in all their diversity—regardless of ability to pay. To further this mission, Callen-Lorde promotes health education and wellness, and advocates for LGBTQ health issues regardless of ability to pay.
HOW IT WORKS
Callen-Lorde provides all healthcare services regardless of ability to pay.
For uninsured/underinsured patients, Callen-Lorde provides a sliding fee based on your income. Visit co-pays can range from $0-$100. Please note that labs and prescriptions are not included in this co-pay. Any labs will be an additional cost, from approximately $50-$150.
SERVICES
Current patients can schedule the following appointments online:
— Telehealth (virtual) primary care
— Telehealth (virtual) sexual health care
— COVID-19 testing
— Flu shots
ELIGIBILITY
Register to be a new patient by emailing registration@callen-lorde.org with:
— A filled-out New Patient Registration and Consent Form | English Form | Spanish Form
— A picture of your government-issued photo ID (examples include: NYC ID, driver’s license, or passport)
If insured: a photo of your insurance card (front and back)
Once your information is received, expect a phone call from (212) 271-7200 for an intake.
If you are unable to register online (due to technology or other issues), you can walk into any of the sites from 9 AM-3 PM Monday-Friday to fill out a paper registration. Please bring a government-issued photo ID and your insurance card (if insured).
Learn more by visiting the FAQ site at callen-lorde.org/faq
Updated on March 5, 2021
aliforneycenter.org
Harlem Drop-In Center: 321 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027
(212) 206-0574
The Ali Forney Center’s mission is to protect LGBTQ youth from the harms of homelessness and empower them with the tools needed to live independently. To learn more, visit: aliforneycenter.org
SERVICES
Housing and Job Readiness
— Drop-In Center: any LGBTQ youth can access food, medical care, mental health services, and more.
— Outreach Program: supportive services and education to homeless, runaway, street-based, and at-risk LGBTQ youth ages 16-24.
— Transitional living.
— Job and readiness education.
Health
— On-site primary care and psychiatric services through a contract with The Institute for Family Health.
— Insurance enrollment.
— HIV/AIDS prevention, outreach, and treatment.
— STI testing and treatment.
— PEP and PrEP resources.
— Hormone replacement therapy.
— Birth control and contraception.
— Medical specialty referrals.
Learn more visiting https://www.aliforneycenter.org/programs
Updated on March 5, 2021
nychealthandhospitals.org/metropolitan/our-services/lgbtq-health-center
1901 First Avenue (at 97th Street), New York, NY 10029
(212) 423-7292
The Pride Health Center at NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is designed to focus on the health needs and disparities specific to the LGBTQ+ community. We see patients on Monday afternoons and Wednesday evenings by appointment only. Saturday hours will resume soon.
HOW IT WORKS
To schedule an appointment, contact (212) 423-7292 or metlgbt@nychhc.org
SERVICES & HOURS OF OPERATION
— Transgender health care, including hormone therapy and gender-affirming surgery
— Women’s health
— Men’s health
— Young adult care
— General medical/specialty referrals
— Immunizations
— Preventive care services
— Social work
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Additional hours on Wednesday until 8 PM
ELIGIBILITY
To determine eligibility, call (212) 423-7292
To learn more, visit nychealthandhospitals.org/metropolitan/our-services/lgbtq-health-center/
Updated on March 5, 2021
To learn more about Medicaid for Pregnant Women go to access.nyc.gov/programs/medicaid-for-pregnant-women.
Updated on February 26, 2024
cap4kids.org/newyorkcity/files/affordable-dental-care-clinics.pdf
pediatrichealth@icahn.mssm.edu
Get access to high-quality, low-cost dental care at various school-based, FQHC and non-profit medical centers with a curated list created by our CAP4Kids team.
Services
— Comprehensive care and dental hygiene
— Urgent care for patients with pain, excessive bleeding, swelling, oral infection and/or trauma,
— Surgical extraction of teeth and removal of diseased tissue
— Pediatric dentistry, endodontics (inside tooth), periodontics, and more.
Eligibility
— Low income
— Have Medicaid
— Uninsured
How to Schedule an Appointment
— Access the file at cap4kids.org/newyorkcity/files/affordable-dental-care-clinics.pdf
— Choose a dental clinic
— Call the clinic and have your Medicaid card ready if you have any.
Updated on September 7, 2021
Patient Advocate Foundation
(800) 532-5274
Offers assistance to patients with specific issues with health insurance, employer and/or creditors, job loss due to illness. Professional case managers and attorneys can advocate for patients. Sponsors the Copay Relief Program. Call (800) 532-5274 Monday–Thursday 8:30am-5pm and Friday 8:30am-4pm. By email contact them at help@patientadvocate.org
Explore their resources which will walk you through the world of health insurance as a patient.
(844) 666-6270 Monday-Friday 7am to 6 pm
medanswering.com
Medicaid recipients can have access to medical transportation at no cost such as rides to and from the doctor’s office, the hospital, or another medical office for Medicaid-approved care. Approval from a Medicaid caseworker, a ride service, or some other agency is needed.
For emergency transportation, patients must call 911.
ELIGIBILITY
— Not having a valid driver’s license
— Not having a working vehicle available in the household
— Being unable to travel or wait for services alone
— Having a physical, cognitive, mental, or developmental limitation
HOW TO APPLY
— When a patient has a condition that necessitates a mode of transportation other than mass transit, the practitioner/case worker must fill out the Form 2015
— If patient can use public transportation, they can inquire about the PTAR (Public Transportation Automated Reimbursement) program to their social worker
— To schedule a pick up, patient or provider must call Medical Answering Services (MAS) at (844) 666-6270 or visit the MAS’ website at medanswering.com. The type of transportation must be specified bases on patient’s health status
— After approval, the patient receives a confirmation call from the transportation agency one day before the appointment. It’s imperative to answer this call
CANCELLATIONS
— To avoid being labeled a no-show, Medicaid enrollees or their designated agents must call the transportation manager to cancel their scheduled service
— If the appointment for which transportation is being cancelled and is rescheduled for the same day or next day, the Medicaid enrollees or their designated agent should contact the transportation vendor directly to notify them of the cancellation
— The transportation manager contact list by county can be accessed online at: emedny.org/ProviderManuals/Transportation/index.aspx
To find more information about request of transportation with the Medical Answering Services (MAS) visit emedny.org/ProviderManuals/Transportation/PDFS/Ordering_Guidelines_Manual.pdf
ESPAÑOL/SPANISH
TRANSPORTE PARA SERVICIOS MEDICOS NO URGENTES
Beneficiarios de Medicaid pueden tener acceso a transporte médico sin costo, como viajes desde y hacia el consultorio médico, el hospital u otro consultorio médico para recibir atención aprobada por Medicaid. La aprobación del transporte a través de un trabajador social de Medicaid, un servicio de transporte, o alguna otra agencia es necesario.
Para transporte de emergencia, los pacientes deben llamar al 911.
ELEGIBILIDAD
— No tener una licencia de conducir válida
— No tener un vehículo que funcione disponible en el hogar
— No poder viajar o esperar los servicios solo
— Tener una limitación física, cognitiva, mental o de desarrollo
CÓMO APLICAR
— Cuando un paciente tiene una afección que requiere un modo de transporte que no sea el transporte público, el médico/trabajador social debe completar el Formulario 2015
— Si el paciente puede usar el transporte público, puede preguntar a su trabajador social acerca del programa PTAR (reembolso automatizado de transporte público)
— Para programar una recogida, el paciente o el proveedor debe llamar a Medical Answering Services (MAS) al (844) 666-6270 o visitar el sitio web de MAS en medanswering.com. En este formulario el tipo de transporte debe ser especificado tomando en cuenta limitaciones de mobilidad
— Una vez aprobado el transporte, el paciente debe esperar una llamada de confirmación de la agencia de transporte un día antes de la la cita. Es importante responder a esta llamada
CANCELACIONES
Para evitar ser identificado como ausentado, los afiliados de Medicaid o sus agentes designados deben llamar al gerente de transporte para cancelar su servicio programado
— Si la cita para la cual se cancela el transporte y se reprograma para el mismo día o el día siguiente, las personas inscritas en Medicaid o su agente designado deben comunicarse directamente con el proveedor de transporte para notificar la cancelación
— La lista de contactos de administradores de transporte por condado puede ser consultado en: emedny.org/ProviderManuals/Transportation/index.aspx
Para obtener más información sobre la solicitud de transporte con Medical Answering Services (MAS), visite emedny.org/ProviderManuals/Transportation/PDFS/Ordering_Guidelines_Manual.pdf
Updated on January 12, 2022
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/birth-certificates.page
125 Worth Street, Room 144, New York, NY 10013
*Due to the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), the office location is closed until further notice*
The NYC Health Department has birth records for anyone born in the city.
If you are the parent of a newborn the Health Department will mail a birth certificate about a month after the child’s birth at no charge. Call 311 if you haven’t received the certificate within four weeks.
If the hospital where your child was born made a mistake on the birth certificate, you must submit your application and the newborn certificate you received to the hospital if the child is less than 1 year of age. Call the hospital’s birth registrar for more information.
CERTIFIED COPIES
Online: Request a copy by going online to VitalCheck, the authorized third-party vendor by the Department of Health. The processing time is 10 to 15 business days. Check the status of your order at a816-evital.nyc.gov/eVitalVRRTS
By mail: Complete, sign and notarize the following document: nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/vr/birth1.pdf. Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Mail your application package to the address on the top, left-hand side of the application. The processing time is four to six weeks.
CORRECTIONS
Follow the guide on this link nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/vr/bcorrect.pdf.
You can also call 311.
QUESTIONS
If you have questions about 1) birth certificates for newborns, 2) correcting or amending a birth or certificate, or 3) status of an order, call 311 if within NYC. Dial 212-639-9675 if you are calling from outside NYC. You can also learn more by visiting https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/birth-certificates.page.
SPANISH
* Debido al brote de la enfermedad por coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), la oficina para solicitar partidas de nacimiento en persona está cerrada hasta nuevo aviso*
El Departamento de Salud de la Ciudad de Nueva York tiene los registros de nacimiento de cualquier persona que haya nacido en la ciudad.
Si es padre de un recién nacido, el Departamento de Salud le enviará un certificado de nacimiento sin cargo por correo aproximadamente un mes después del nacimiento del niño. Llame al 311 si no ha recibido el certificado en cuatro semanas.
Si el hospital donde nació su hijo cometió un error en el certificado de nacimiento, debe enviar su solicitud y el certificado de recién nacido que recibió al hospital, si el niño tiene menos de 1 año de edad. Llame al registro de nacimientos del hospital para obtener más información.
COPIAS CERTIFICADAS
En línea: Solicite una copia en línea a VitalCheck vitalchek.com/vital-records#, el proveedor externo autorizado por el Departamento de Salud. El tiempo de procesamiento es de 10 a 15 días hábiles. Verifique el estado de su pedido visitando a816-evital.nyc.gov/eVitalVRRTS.
Por correo: Complete, firme y certifique ante notario el siguiente documento: nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/vr/birth1-sp.pdf. Incluya un sobre con su dirección y sello postal/estampilla. Envíe su paquete de solicitud a la dirección que se encuentra en la parte superior izquierda del documento de solicitud. El tiempo de procesamiento es de cuatro a seis semanas.
CORRECCIONES
Siga la guía en este enlace nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/vr/bcorrect-sp.pdf.
También puede llamar al 311.
PREGUNTAS
Si tiene preguntas sobre 1) actas de nacimiento de recién nacidos, 2) corregir o enmendar un nacimiento o acta, o 3) el estado de una orden, llame al 311 si se encuentra dentro de la ciudad de Nueva York. Marque al 212-639-9675 si se encuentra afuera de la ciudad. Para aprender mas, visite nyc.gov/site/doh/services/birth-certificates.page.
Updated on August 18, 2021
nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/get-tested/covid-19-testing.page
Text “COVID TEST” to 855-48
(929) 298-9400 to schedule an at-home appointment
Eligibility
All New Yorkers should get tested for COVID-19. Tests are fast, simple, and free and you will not be asked about your immigration status. Remember that COVID-19 testing and care services are not a public benefit under the public charge rule.
How To Get tested
Testing sites: Look for testing sites near your home at my.castlighthealth.com/corona-virus-testing-sites or text “COVID TEST” to 855-48.
At-home testing: At-home testing for COVID-19 is now available to all immunocompromised New Yorkers and those ages 65 and older. To schedule an in-home appointment, call (929) 298-9400 between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM (7 days a week). For free USPS test kits, make an order at covidtests.gov.
More information
Find more information at the COVID-19 City Wide Information Portal. To find daily updates of information about people who have tested positive for COVID-19 in NYC here.
ESPAÑOL/ENGLISH
nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-rapid-testing-sp.page
Text “COVID TEST” al 855-48
(929) 298-9400 para agendar una prueba COVID en tu casa
Elegibilidad
Todos los neoyorquinos deberian hacerse una prueba para el virus COVID-19. Las pruebas son rápidas, simples y gratis, y no preguntaran por tu estatus inmigratorio. Encuentra un lugar de pruebas cerca a tu casa. Recuerda que las prueba de COVID-19 y los servicios médicos no son un beneficio bajo la regla de carga pública.
Cómo hacerse una prueba
Laboratorios: Encuentra ubicaciones cerca de tu hogar en este enlace my.castlighthealth.com/corona-virus-testing-sites o envía el texto “COVID TEST” al 855-48.
Pruebas en casa: Pruebas en casa para el COVID-19 está disponible para inmunocomprometidos y personas con 65 o más años. Para agendar una cita, llama al (929) 298-9400 entre las 9:00 am y 7:00 pm todos los días de la semana. Para recibir pruebas con USPS, haz una orden gratuita en covidtests.gov/es.
More information
Encuentra más información en el Portal de Información de COVID-19 de Toda la Ciudad de Nueva York. También puedes encontrar noticias diarias acerca del número de personas que fueron positivas para COVID-19 en Nueva York aquí.
MEDICAL CARE
Message from the NYC Department of Health: Folks who do not have a health provider and need care for COVID-19 symptoms can call 844-NYC-4NYC or 844-692-4692. For more information visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-providers.page
Mensaje del Departamento de Salud de la Ciudad de Nueva York: Personas que no tengan un proveedor de salud y necesiten recibir atención médica pueden llamar al 844-NYC-4NYC (844-692-4692). Para más información visite https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-providers.page
Updated on January 19, 2022