Q&A

Where can I get health care in New York City?

Where can I get health care in New York City?

NYC Care is a health care program that gives you access to your own doctor and services at little or no cost. The program provides services at NYC Health + Hospitals locations citywide. It is available to all New Yorkers who do not qualify for or cannot afford health insurance.

How to apply for NYC care fast track?

NYC Care also offers fast track enrollment for existing patients of the NYC Health + Hospitals Options program who have been screened for health insurance in the last six months. For more information, call 1-646-NYC-CARE (1-646-692-2273). What do I need to apply?

When is the open enrollment period for health insurance in New York?

An Open Enrollment Period is the time of year when you can enroll in private health insurance. The next open enrollment period will begin on November 1, 2020 and will end on January 31, 2021. The New York State of Health has implemented a COVID-19 Special Enrollment Period for private health insurance through September 15, 2020.

Is it mandatory to enroll in NYS nursing homes?

Enrollment mandatory in all upstate counties and NYC as of November 2012. Some Medicaid covered populations exempt (can enroll voluntarily) or excluded (cannot enroll). Individuals with Medicare are excluded (cannot enroll). Permanent residents of nursing homes currently excluded. 94% eligibles are enrolled 2.

NYC Care is a health care program that gives you access to your own doctor and services at little or no cost. The program provides services at NYC Health + Hospitals locations citywide. It is available to all New Yorkers who do not qualify for or cannot afford health insurance.

NYC Care also offers fast track enrollment for existing patients of the NYC Health + Hospitals Options program who have been screened for health insurance in the last six months. For more information, call 1-646-NYC-CARE (1-646-692-2273). What do I need to apply?

Who is eligible for NYC Health Care Program?

NYC Care is a health care access program for people who are not eligible for or cannot afford health insurance. The program ensures all New Yorkers, regardless of their income or immigration status, have equal access to comprehensive, high-quality care.

When is open enrollment for NY State of Health?

Sign up for low or no-cost health insurance today. The NY State of Health Open Enrollment Period has been further extended to December 31, 2021. Enrollment in other programs through the New York State of Health (Medicaid, Child Health Plus and the Essential Plan) is available year-round.