Free Assistance Insurance Guidance Documents
Insurance Assistance
HCD has certified staff to help people of all ages, incomes, and abilities apply for health insurance.
Medicaid Benefits
Use this cheat sheet to find out what services you are eligible for with your straight Medicaid or Medicaid Managed Care plan.
Community Health Advocates
Do you have insurance but are still having trouble affording your prescriptions or other health services? A Community Health Advocate may be able to help you.
Medicaid in NYS
Find answers to common questions about Medicaid in New York State.
Prescription Assistance
Many pharmacies have programs to help with the costs of medications. Get more information about participating pharmacies and programs.
Medicaid Managed Care Plans
Get more information on your Medicaid Managed Care Plan through their website or member handbook.
Financial Assistance
Hospitals offer help with paying for hospital-based care for those who qualify. Find out more.
Insurance Terms
Health insurance can be confusing. Find out more about commonly used insurance terms and what they mean.
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