COVID-19 Vaccinations

It’s never been easier to get a COVID-19 vaccination in NYC. People six months of age and older are eligible for the vaccine. Vaccines are covered regardless of immigration status. Learn about the benefits of vaccination.

Vaccination is safer than risking illness, long-term health effects, or death from COVID-19. Even people who have had COVID-19 should get vaccinated.

If you are undecided about getting a COVID-19 vaccine, talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist about your concerns. You can also call the Member Services phone number on your Healthfirst Member ID card if you have any questions about vaccines.

Where To Get Vaccinated

Call your doctor, pharmacist, local Urgent Care center, or health clinic to ask if you can get vaccinated through them. Or find a vaccination site near you through the NYC Vaccine Finder (not accessible with Internet Explorer). You can also call 1-877-829-4692 to schedule an appointment at certain sites.

For New Yorkers Who Live Outside of NYC

Visit vaccines.gov to find testing sites across the U.S. that are open to non-residents.

Get Transportation To a Vaccination Site

NYC residents 65 and older can get free transportation to and from a vaccination appointment. This service is also available for those with disabilities who have no other way to get to a vaccination site.

To schedule free transportation by ambulette or taxi (including wheelchair-accessible vehicles), call 1-877-VAX-4NYC (1-877-829-4692). If you are younger than 18, your parent or guardian must call to book the trip for you.

Coverage is provided by Healthfirst Health Plan, Inc., Healthfirst PHSP, Inc., and/or Healthfirst Insurance Company, Inc. (together, “Healthfirst”).

ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-866-305-0408 (TTY 1-888-867-4132).

注意：如果您使用繁體中文，您可以免費獲得語言援助服務。請致電 1-866-305-0408 (TTY 1-888-542-3821).

Telemedicine (Teladoc) isn’t a replacement for your Primary Care Provider (PCP). Your PCP should always be your first choice for care (both in-person and virtual visits).