What is get covered NYC?

GetCoveredNYC helps New Yorkers in the five boroughs enroll in health insurance, including low- or no-cost options, under the Affordable Care Act (also known as Obamacare). You may be eligible for free health insurance coverage! Complete this form to receive free enrollment assistance in your language.

How can I get health insurance for free?

If you’re unemployed you may be able to get an affordable health insurance plan through the Marketplace, with savings based on your income and household size. You may also qualify for free or low-cost coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

What health insurance is available for low income?

Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide free or low-cost health coverage to millions of Americans, including some low-income people, families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

Do US citizens get free healthcare?

The United States does not have a universal healthcare program, unlike most other developed countries. In 2013, 64% of health spending was paid for by the government, and funded via programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program, and the Veterans Health Administration.

What are health benefits in New York City?

These benefits are intended to provide you and your eligible dependents with the fullest possible protection that can be purchased with the available funding. The OLR website and the NYC Health Benefits Program Summary Program Description (SPD) provide you with information about your benefits under the New York City Health Benefits Program.

Where to get free health insurance in NY?

If you are under 65 years old, find help to enroll for a free health insurance through the NY State of Health website with a Certified Application Counselor near you. If you are 65 and older, living with disabilities or visually impaired, find help to enroll at your local Facilitated Enrollers for Medicaid.

How to apply for healthbenefitshome New York City?

To obtain an application, contact one of the following offices: NYCAPS Central (212) 487-0500) for employees of NYCAPS centralized agencies HR Connect for employees of the Department of Education at (718) 935-4000 Agencies at NYC H+H should contact the HR Share Services Benefits Department office at (646) 458-5634, or

Where can I find New York City health plans?

Information regarding your city health plan coverage can be found on the city’s website. The comparison chart of New York City health plans provided by the Welfare Fund allows you to compare the various options for in-service members and retired members not eligible for Medicare and for retired members who are on Medicare.