
Sign up for NYC Care!
Since 2020, CIANA has helped enroll more than 500 New Yorkers in NYC Care, a free and low-cost health access plan for New York City residents who cannot pay or do not qualify for most types of healthcare, including Medicaid.
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Offered through NYC Health + Hospitals, NYC Care is designed especially for immigrants who cannot apply for healthcare due to their immigration status.
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Anyone can apply for NYC Care, regardless of immigration status. The application does not ask for social security number, proof of legal status, or any immigration documents.
NYC Care is:
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Safe: NYC Care guarantees access to a variety of medical services across the five boroughs.
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Confidential: Your personal information will not be shared with anyone, and your immigration status does not matter at all.
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Easy to apply: Far fewer documents are needed to apply for NYC Care than for other healthcare plans.
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Affordable: Discounts and the amount you pay are based on household size and income.

Benefits
Medical services provided include:​
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Primary and preventative care
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Behavioral health and substance abuse
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Women's and reproductive health
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Vision
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Medications
Medical services NOT covered include:​
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Cosmetic procedures
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Dental care
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Emergency coverage
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Specialized nursing or long-term intensive care
Qualifications
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You must be 19 years or older; children younger than 18 are eligible for CHIP
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You must live in the five boroughs of New York City
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Must not qualify for any health insurance plan, including Medicaid
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Not be able to afford health insurance based on government guidelines
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If you only receive Emergency Medicaid, you may be eligible for NYC Care
To Apply
To apply for NYC Care, you need three main items:
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Proof of ID (IDNYC, passport from your country of origin, etc.)
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Proof of address
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Proof of income
If you do not have stable address (e.g., currently living in a shelter) or income (e.g., recently laid off or not yet have work authorization) CIANA can write a letter of support that explains your situation.
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Your Caseworker will explain all the requirements and steps you must follow to successfully complete your application.
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Contact us!
Reach out to us by phone, email, or on our website to schedule an appointment to apply for NYC Care!
(718) 545-4040