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NYC Care | NYC Health and Hospitals (H+H)

1. How it Works

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.

  • You will receive affordable health care regardless of your immigration status or ability to pay.
  • Pay based on what you can afford. Discounted fees are based on your family size and income and start at $0.
    • There are no membership fees, monthly fees, or premiums.
  • Choose your own doctor who can:
    • help you avoid getting sick
    • treat you when you are ill
    • connect you with other services you need to stay healthy.
  • You can also:
    • receive preventive care like vaccinations, routine screenings, tests like the COVID-19 test, and mammograms to stay healthy.
    • get mental health support and substance abuse services.
    • get access to low-cost prescription medications day or night.
  • You can get your first appointment within two weeks or less.
  • Privacy and confidentiality are guaranteed. NYC Care enrollment does not pose a risk under the “public charge” rule.

2. Determine your eligibility

To be eligible for NYC Care, you must:

  • Live in one of the five boroughs of New York City.
  • Not qualify for any health insurance plan available in New York State.
  • Not be able to afford health insurance based on government guidelines.

3. What you need to include

You will need proof of:

  • Identification
  • New York City residency
  • Household income
  • Household size

Patients who have already been screened for insurance through the NYS of Health Marketplace can bring a printout of the results of the determination and will not need additional documentation.

If you are unable to provide the required documents, a counselor still may be able to help you enroll. Call 646-NYC-CARE (646-692-2273) for more information.

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4. How to Apply

4. How to apply

Here are your options.

Apply by phone

Call 646-NYC-CARE (646-692-2273) to enroll in NYC Care or learn more.

Apply in person

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More ways to get help with this program

Visit the Website

Visit the NYC Care website for more information.

Email NYC Care

Email [email protected]. Please allow 48 hours to receive a response.

Call NYC Care

Call 646-NYC-CARE (646-692-2273)

Get help in person

Find NYC Health + Hospitals patient care sites in your community.

Last Updated August 8, 2023

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