HEALTH INSURANCE
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NY Essential Plans
More affordable premiums than metal tiers for those who qualify, and no lock-out dates
- Deductible: $0
- NYC Health + Hospitals
(See if your doctor is in network) - Out-of-pocket max: $0
- Basic dental and vision coverage
- Deductible : $0
- Enhanced Care Prime network, which is more streamlined than metal tier plans.
(See if your doctor is in network) - Out-of-pocket max: $2,000
- Offers telemedicine and all medical services that are available on the Qualified Health Plans
- Basic dental and vision coverage
Things to Consider
Elgibility Requirements
- You can enroll in an Essential Plan at any time of the year
- To qualify for an Essential Plan, your individual income must be between $17,609-$25,520
- Essential Plans are for adults only between the ages of 19 and 64. If married, each person must purchase their own plan.
- Essential Plans are available within the eight downstate counties: Bronx, Kings, Manhattan, Nassau, Queens, Richmond, Suffolk and Westchester
- Enrollment in Essential Plans is retroactive: if you enroll before the 15th of the month, that whole month will be covered. Regardless of the date, the entire month of termination will be covered.
Additional Options for Freelancers
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All New York individual health insurance plans on this site provide in-network only coverage, except for urgent or emergency care depending on the carrier's policies. Only plan highlights are shown. Coverage is subject to all terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions set forth in the contract of insurance.
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