Individuals with both Medicare and Medicaid, who are 21 years of age or older, seeking information on various Medicaid home care programs should call New York Medicaid Choice at 1 (888) 401-MLTC (6582). Other individuals not enrolled in Medicaid Managed Care seeking information regarding non-institutional care such as personal care aide services, should call the Home Care Intake Unit at (631) 854-9585. The Independent Consumer Advocacy Network (ICAN) is an independent, conflict-free entity providing Individuals free assistance in accessing care, filing grievances, appealing adverse decisions, and understanding and exercising rights and responsibilities. There are 60 physical locations throughout NYS for in-person assistance, a call center (1-844-614-8800) for the entire state, and a website icannys.org. ICAN currently serves MLTC plan enrollees and mainstream Medicaid managed care enrollees who receive long term care. Call for detailed information.

Provides information and assists those people eligible or in need of Medicaid Managed Care Enrollment Services. Call the Nassau County Department of Social Services Medicaid for detailed information.

MiSN’s Community Health Advocates (CHA) can help you and your family find affordable healthcare if you do not have insurance or access your health insurance benefits!

Assists individuals by identifying needs, accessing appropriate services, including but not limited to child care, SNAP, public assistance, Neighbor Fund, utility shut off, Section 8, housing assistance, passports, Empower NY, Medicate and CHP.

Provides assistance to help low income individuals and families gain access to public health insurance. There are on-site enrollers to provide assistance in determining which public health insurance program they are eligible for, and help to determine the monthly cost, if any, and complete all the necessary paperwork to get enrolled.

Helps seniors understand paperwork or issues regarding benefits and health or medical information. Also provides resources in the community for specific needs.

Provides consultation and representation to older adults on elder abuse, Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, consumer scams, public benefits programs, powers of attorney, health care proxies, landlord/tenant problems, and other areas of civil law. Hours available by appointment.

Assists in applying for New York State sponsored health insurance through Medicaid, as well as Managed Long Term Care (MLTC) and Nursing Home Coverage. Facilitated enrollers help go over paperwork and put together all of the information needed to apply. Helps apply for Medicaid as a supplement to existing coverage such as commercial insurance, Medicare, or VA Healthcare. If eligible, Medicaid can pay for remaining costs that insurance doesn't cover including co-pays, dental, and prescriptions.

Provides information, referral, advocacy, insurance counseling, and general assistance for citizens 60 years old or older and their families.

A community health center that offers affordable medical, dental, behavioral health, and insurance enrollment services. ##REENTRY##

Helps people get health insurance for themselves and their families and offers a convenient way for people to learn about available health insurance programs in their community. Facilitated Enrollers are trained as experts to screen and determine eligibility for all government insurance programs. They will help the patient gather the necessary documentation and represent the patient at the Department of Social Services. Facilitated Enrollers can help patients apply for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Prenatal Care Assistance Program (PCAP), and State Aid.

Helps people get health insurance for themselves and their families and offers a convenient way for people to learn about available health insurance programs in their community. Facilitated Enrollers are trained as experts to screen and determine eligibility for all government insurance programs. They will help the patient gather the necessary documentation and represent the patient at the Department of Social Services. Facilitated Enrollers can help patients apply for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Prenatal Care Assistance Program (PCAP), and State Aid.

Offers free and unbiased information, education, and counseling on Medicare and other health insurance options, and assists seniors in making informed choices about health care. Provides computer generated comparisons of prescription drug plans, HMOs, PPOs, and Medigap health insurance plans, and assists with enrollment.

Services of the P3 Center include: - Health needs assessments - Physician referrals for primary care and obstetrics/gynecology, including family planning - Health insurance and WIC enrollment - Free pregnancy screening - Care management, including pregnancy and teen pregnancy - Pre-and post-partum depression screening - Breastfeeding support - Early childhood screening for developmental milestones - Parenting assistance - Substance use prevention - Domestic violence prevention - Health and wellness education - Referrals to food pantries, housing assistance, educational programs, child care, and other services

Provides one-on-one assistance for individuals interested in shopping for and enrolling in health insurance through The New York State of Health – the Official Health Plan Marketplace. Navigators are now available to speak with individuals and families to provide education about the different types of health insurance plans offered through the New York State of Health (NYSoH) Marketplace and to assist with enrollment into public insurance programs and qualified health plans.

Provides one-on-one assistance for individuals interested in shopping for and enrolling in health insurance through The New York State of Health – the Official Health Plan Marketplace. Navigators are now available to speak with individuals and families to provide education about the different types of health insurance plans offered through the New York State of Health (NYSoH) Marketplace and to assist with enrollment into public insurance programs and qualified health plans.

Offers free, confidential individual and family counseling, as well as crisis intervention. Issues covered include family conflict, parenting issues, divorce, separation, grief, substance abuse, mental health issues, anger management, and behavioral difficulties. Also provides assistance with enrollment for food stamps, health insurance, and other benefits.

A one-stop program that affords patients convenient access to primary care, behavioral health treatment, addiction screening, health and wellness education, fitness activities, community support services, and financial and health insurance counseling all under one roof.

Helps people get health insurance for themselves and their families and offers a convenient way for people to learn about available health insurance programs in their community. Facilitated Enrollers are trained as experts to screen and determine eligibility for all government insurance programs. They will help the patient gather the necessary documentation and represent the patient at the Department of Social Services. Facilitated Enrollers can help patients apply for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Prenatal Care Assistance Program (PCAP), and State Aid.