NYC Care

NYC Care gives you affordable healthcare, regardless of income or immigration status. Important details NYC Care is for New Yorkers who don't have health insurance and can't afford private insurance. You get your own doctor and services at NYC Health + Hospitals locations citywide. Services • Find a primary care doctor who knows you and your health • Mental health and substance abuse treatment • Low-cost prescription drugs • Vaccinations • Cancer screenings (mammograms, etc.) • COVID-19 tests • Other health check-ups to catch problems early Get your first appointment within two weeks. Fees • Sliding scale fees starting at $0 • No membership fees, monthly fees, or premiums How to apply By phone • Call 646-NYC-CARE ( 646-692-2273 ) • Meet with a MetroPlusHealth representative virtually In person • Visit an NYC Health + Hospitals location • Visit a community-based organization • Visit a MetroPlusHealth office If you already use the NYC Health + Hospitals Options program and were screened for insurance in the last 6 months, you can enroll faster. Ask about this when you call or visit. What you may need 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. How to get help • Find NYC Health + Hospitals patient care sites in your community. • Visit the NYC Care website for more information. • Email NYCCare@nychhc.org . Please allow 48 hours to receive a response. • Call 646-NYC-CARE ( 646-692-2273 )