NYC Care is not health insurance. It’s a guaranteed healthcare access program provided by NYC Health + Hospitals for uninsured New Yorkers. Similar to health insurance, NYC Care offers a membership card, a regular doctor, high-quality customer service, affordable prescriptions, and more. You won’t have to deal with any membership fees, monthly fees, or premiums. Your payments will align with your budget.
Call (646) 692-2273 for further information and to apply to NYC Care.
Updated on July 29, 2024
However, sometimes you have to pay a small fee for some services, and other times you don’t have to. Under Medicaid, the most you would ever have to pay in copays in a year is $200.
Your child is eligible for Children’s Medicaid if:
• It is 1-18 years old
• It resides in NYS and is a U.S. Citizen, National, or a Non-Citizen legally admitted into the U.S
• The amount of money you make is equal or lower than on a portion of the Federal Poverty Level that is set by New York State. See if your income qualifies by checking this Glance Card.
Every year, the insurance must be renewed. See details at info.nystateofhealth.ny.gov/COVID-19-Changes. To apply go to nystateofhealth.ny.gov.
The monthly fee however is capped at three children for bigger families. Families with income above the low-income threshold for subsidies may have to pay the whole premium, which varies by health plan. In contrast, low-income households are not required to pay a premium.
One of the good things about Child Health Plus is that there are no annual deductibles. You can also sign up your kid for it at any time of the year through the NY State of Health.
Your child is eligible for Child Health Plus if:
– It is less than 19 years old
– It is not eligible for Children Medicaid
– It cannot be covered by other health insurance
– It resides in New York State, no matter its immigration status
For more information about Child Health Plus, check out this Glance Card. Every year, Child Health Plus must be renewed. See details at info.nystateofhealth.ny.gov/COVID-19-Changes.
Learn if your child qualifies for either Medicaid or Child Health Plus at health.ny.gov/health_care/child_health_plus/eligibility_and_cost. For other questions, call this toll-free number: 1-800-698-4KIDS (1-800-698-4543), and ask about Child Health Plus or Children’s Medicaid. If you are hearing impaired, call the TTY number, 1-877-898-5849.
Updated on February 27, 2024
If you are unable to use public transportation and need to request a medical service pick-up, you may be eligible if you don’t have a valid driver’s license, don’t have a working vehicle available in your household, are unable to travel or wait for services alone, or have a physical, cognitive, mental, or developmental limitation.
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To find more information about requests of transportation with the Medical Answering Services (MAS) visit emedny.org/ProviderManuals/Transportation/PDFS/Ordering_Guidelines_Manual.pdf.
Updated on September 24, 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
Most pharmacies in New York participate in the program, and anyone can use these Rx cards. Unlike insurance programs, no income, age, pre-existing condition, deductible, or waiting period restrictions exist.
Visit the website of the specific Rx program to find specific medications and see how much you could save with an Rx card. To get an Rx card, please find below a list of prescription assistance programs:
After obtaining the Rx discount card, simply hand it to the pharmacist. It’s worth mentioning that those with insurance can use the card for medications not covered by their plan or if the discount results in a lower cost than their co-pay. You can also ask your pharmacist to compare prices for you.
Call (800) 532-5274 Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4p.m. By email contact them at help@patientadvocate.org
For more information visit www.patientadvocate.org.
Updated on September 25, 2024
FQHCs use a sliding fee scale based on your income, so you pay what you can afford. The scale provides discounts based on your family size and income.
Locate a Federally Qualified Health Center by address or county at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.
To learn more about Medicaid for Pregnant Women go to access.nyc.gov/programs/medicaid-for-pregnant-women.
Updated on February 26, 2024
www.aliforneycenter.org/health-services
321 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027.
Phone: (212) 222-3427 ext. 300.
– Monday 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Doctor, Medical Office Assistant, and Insurance Navigator.
– Tuesday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Nurse and Medical Office Assistant.
– Thursday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Doctor, Nurse, Medical Assistant, Social Worker, and Insurance Navigator.
– Saturday 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Nurse.
www.callen-lorde.org.
Chelsea: 356 West 18th St. New York, NY 10011 | Phone: (212) 271-7200.
Bronx: 3144 3rd Ave, Bronx, NY 10451 | Phone: (718) 215-1800.
Brooklyn: 40 Flatbush Ave Ext, Brooklyn, NY 11201 | Phone: (718) 215-1818.
– Sliding fee scale.
– Adolescent Health, Crisis Text Line.
– Dental Care.
– Sexual Health.
– Behavioral Health.
www.nychealthandhospitals.org/services/lgbtq-health-care-services
East Harlem: 1901 First Avenue (at 97th Street), New York, NY 10029 | Phone: (212) 423-7292.
Midtown: 462 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016 | Phone: (332) 259-0404.
Lower East Side: 227 Madison Street, New York, NY 10002 | Phone: (212) 441-5469.
Bronx: 1400 Pelham Parkway Street, Bronx, NY 10461 | Phone: (718) 918-7787.
Bronx: 234 East 149th Street 8th floor, Unit 8A Bronx, NY 10451 | Phone: (718) 579-5264.
Brooklyn: 760 Broadway Brooklyn, New York 1120 | Phone: (718) 963-8033.
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
— Transgender health care, including hormone therapy and gender-affirming surgery.
— Women’s and men’s health.
— General medical/specialty referrals.
— Preventive care services.
— Social work.
Updated on September 15, 2024