MEDICAID | RENSSELAER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Processes applications for a variety of public health insurance programs, including Medicaid for certified disabled individuals, individuals ages 65 or older, prenatal care services (presumptive eligibility), Medicaid buy-in for Working People with Disabilities, and the Medicare Savings Program. Screens individuals to determine if they need to apply for Medicaid through the NYS Health Benefit Exchange. Processes Medicaid applications for individuals seeking help paying for nursing home or long term home health care services.

Physical Address

547 River Street, Troy, NY 12180

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Application process

Call for information and services

Fee

None

Eligibility

Eligibility based on income and resource standards governing Public Health Insurance Programs; call for information

Agency info

RENSSELAER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Provide various programs and services to Rensselaer County residents, including Temporary Assistance, SNAP, HEAP, Child Care subsidy, Child Support Enforcement, Medicaid for long term care, and Adult Protective services.