Free & Low-Cost Healthcare in New York
1.0M people in New York are uninsured (5.2% uninsured rate). New York has expanded Medicaid, covering adults up to 138% of the federal poverty level.
880+
Community Health Centers
5.2%
Uninsured Rate
Yes
Medicaid Expanded
Coverage Programs in New York
- NY Medicaid (expanded)
- Essential Plan ($0-$20/mo)
- NY State of Health Marketplace
- Emergency Medicaid
Top Community Health Centers
NYC Health + Hospitals
New York City, NY
Primary CareSpecialty CareMental HealthDentalPharmacy
Community Healthcare Network
New York City, NY
Primary CareBehavioral HealthNutrition
Hudson River HealthCare
Peekskill, NY
Primary CareDentalBehavioral Health
Sliding Scale Fees
New York's expanded Medicaid and Essential Plan cover most low-income residents. FQHCs offer sliding scale for those who fall through gaps. NYC Health + Hospitals guarantees care regardless of ability to pay or immigration status.
Prescription Savings in New York
- Medicaid covers most prescriptions at $0–$3 copay
- Essential Plan covers generic drugs at $0
- NYC Rx Card for uninsured residents
- 340B pricing at FQHC pharmacies
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