NY State of Health Essential Plan Available for Students; Learn More on May 2

Health Services brings Rebecca Stern from the NY State of Health’s Essential Plan to campus on Friday, May 2 from 10 a.m. until noon in the Siek Campus Center to tell students about the insurance plan. No appointment is necessary.

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Many New Yorkers think they can’t get health insurance because it costs too much, but NY State of Health’s Essential Plan includes comprehensive benefits with no monthly premium and very low cost sharing, if you qualify.

It has no deductible, so the plan starts paying for your health care right away. It covers comprehensive benefits, including dental and vision, inpatient and outpatient hospital care, prescription drugs and more. It also covers free preventive care like routine doctor exams and screenings to keep you healthy.

You can enroll in the Essential Plan at any time during the year through NY State of Health. More information can be found on the NY State of Health website.

When Rebecca Stern meets with clients, she also supports them in accessing other needed services, including applying for food stamps, HEAP, home internet, etc. Even if clients do not qualify for the Essential Plan, they are assisted in applying for Medicaid, Medicare or Qualified Health plan.

This will be Rebecca’s final in-person day on campus for the semester. If you are unable to meet with Rebecca Stern, or need to speak with her, please reach out to Julie Warren, Director of Health Services at the Wellness Center (j.warren@hvcc.edu) for contact information.

HVCC Health Services, located in the Wellness Center, Siek Campus Center, suite 270, is here to support you in meeting all of your health goals. We offer advocacy and care to promote being well and staying well. Feel free to contact our office at (518) 629-7468 or stop in and see us!