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The Essential Plan

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Plans with access to essential health benefits like doctor visits, lab tests, prescription drugs, hospitalization, urgent care, emergency care, vision, dental, and more—all for a $0 monthly plan premium. These plans are for qualified individuals ages 19–64.

Plan Highlights:

  • No-cost annual checkups
  • Hospital, emergency room, and urgent care visits
  • Lab tests and X-rays
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Maternity coverage
  • No-cost dental and vision coverage*
  • 24/7 access to care with telemedicine (Teladoc)**
  • Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
  • Annual gym membership reimbursement†
  • 2023
Tier
Essential Plan 1
Summary of Benefits and Coverage (PDF)
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Star Ratings

The New York State of Health Marketplace rates insurance companies based on member experience, medical care, and health plan administration. The overall quality rating is based on a scale of one to five stars, with five stars being the highest and best rating.

Premium
$0
Eligible Age
19 to 64
Eligible Service Areas
Within New York City's five boroughs (the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island), on Long Island, and in Westchester, Orange, Rockland, and Sullivan counties
Other Eligibility Requirements
Income between $20,385 and $27,180††
Dental Cleanings
$0 copay
Vision Exams
$0 copay
Telemedicine (Teladoc)
$0 copay
Costs & Benefits
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Essential Plan 1
Deductible (Individual)
$0
Maximum Out-of-Pocket (Individual)
$2,000
Your Annual Checkup
$0 copay
Primary Care Provider (PCP) Visit
$15 copay
Specialist Visit
$25 copay
Retail Health Clinic
$25 copay
Urgent Care
$25 copay
Emergency Room
$75 copay
Ambulance
$75 copay
Surgeon
$50 copay
Outpatient Facility
$50 copay
Inpatient Hospital Stay
$150 copay per admission
Prescriptions
Generic Drugs (Tier 1)
$6 copay
Brand Name Preferred (Tier 2)
$15 copay
Brand Name Non-Preferred (Tier 3)
$30 copay
90-Day Mail-Order Supply for Generic (Tier 1)
$15 copay
Covered Prescription Drugs (Formulary) English
Tier
Essential Plan 2
Summary of Benefits and Coverage (PDF)
English
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Español 中文
Star Ratings

The New York State of Health Marketplace rates insurance companies based on member experience, medical care, and health plan administration. The overall quality rating is based on a scale of one to five stars, with five stars being the highest and best rating.

Premium
$0
Eligible Age
19 to 64
Eligible Service Areas
Within New York City's five boroughs (the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island), on Long Island, and in Westchester, Orange, Rockland, and Sullivan counties
Other Eligibility Requirements
Income between $18,755 and $20,385††
Dental Cleanings
$0 copay
Vision Exams
$0 copay
Telemedicine (Teladoc)
$0 copay
Costs & Benefits
Contact Us
Essential Plan 2
Deductible (Individual)
$0
Maximum Out-of-Pocket (Individual)
$200
Your Annual Checkup
$0 copay
Primary Care Provider (PCP) Visit
$0 copay
Specialist Visit
$0 copay
Retail Health Clinic
$0 copay
Urgent Care
$0 copay
Emergency Room
$0 copay
Ambulance
$0 copay
Surgeon
$0 copay
Outpatient Facility
$0 copay
Inpatient Hospital Stay
$0 copay per admission
Prescriptions
Generic Drugs (Tier 1)
$1 copay
Brand Name Preferred (Tier 2)
$3 copay
Brand Name Non-Preferred (Tier 3)
$3 copay
90-Day Mail-Order Supply for Generic (Tier 1)
$2.50 copay
Covered Prescription Drugs (Formulary) English
Tier
Essential Plan 3
Summary of Benefits and Coverage (PDF)
English
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Español 中文
Star Ratings

The New York State of Health Marketplace rates insurance companies based on member experience, medical care, and health plan administration. The overall quality rating is based on a scale of one to five stars, with five stars being the highest and best rating.

Premium
$0
Eligible Age
21 to 64
Eligible Service Areas
Within New York City's five boroughs (the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island), on Long Island, and in Westchester, Orange, Rockland, and Sullivan counties
Other Eligibility Requirements
Income between $13,590 and $18,755††
Requires legal U.S. residency for less than five years. Learn more about your legal status here.
Dental Cleanings
$0 copay
Vision Exams
$0 copay
Telemedicine (Teladoc)
$0 copay
Costs & Benefits
Contact Us
Essential Plan 3
Deductible (Individual)
$0
Maximum Out-of-Pocket (Individual)
$200

For Covered Prescription Drugs, there will be a $50 copay maximum out of pocket per calendar quarter.

Your Annual Checkup
$0 copay
Primary Care Provider (PCP) Visit
$0 copay
Specialist Visit
$0 copay
Retail Health Clinic
$0 copay
Urgent Care
$0 copay
Emergency Room
$0 copay
Ambulance
$0 copay
Surgeon
$0 copay
Outpatient Facility
$0 copay
Inpatient Hospital Stay
$0 copay per admission
Prescriptions
Generic Drugs (Tier 1)
$1 copay
Brand Name Preferred (Tier 2)
$3 copay
Brand Name Non-Preferred (Tier 3)
$3 copay
90-Day Mail-Order Supply for Generic (Tier 1)
$2.50 copay
Covered Prescription Drugs (Formulary) English
Tier
Essential Plan 4
Summary of Benefits and Coverage (PDF)
English
More Languages
Español 中文
Star Ratings

The New York State of Health Marketplace rates insurance companies based on member experience, medical care, and health plan administration. The overall quality rating is based on a scale of one to five stars, with five stars being the highest and best rating.

Premium
$0
Eligible Age
21 to 64
Eligible Service Areas
Within New York City's five boroughs (the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island), on Long Island, and in Westchester, Orange, Rockland, and Sullivan counties
Other Eligibility Requirements
Income less than $13,590††
Requires legal U.S. residency for less than five years. Learn more about your legal status here.
Dental Cleanings
$0 copay
Vision Exams
$0 copay
Telemedicine (Teladoc)
$0 copay
Costs & Benefits
Contact Us
Essential Plan 4
Deductible (Individual)
$0
Maximum Out-of-Pocket (Individual)
$0
Your Annual Checkup
$0 copay
Primary Care Provider (PCP) Visit
$0 copay
Specialist Visit
$0 copay
Retail Health Clinic
$0 copay
Urgent Care
$0 copay
Emergency Room
$0 copay
Ambulance
$0 copay
Surgeon
$0 copay
Outpatient Facility
$0 copay
Inpatient Hospital Stay
$0 copay per admission
Prescriptions
Generic Drugs (Tier 1)
$0 copay
Brand Name Preferred (Tier 2)
$0 copay
Brand Name Non-Preferred (Tier 3)
$0 copay
90-Day Mail-Order Supply for Generic (Tier 1)
$0 copay
Covered Prescription Drugs (Formulary) English

*Dental services must be medically necessary to be covered; limitations apply.

**Telemedicine 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).

†Up to $200 per reward period. There are two reward periods—January through June, and July through December.

††Based on 2021 earnings. The income ranges shown are for individuals only. The income ranges may increase based on the eligible members in your household. To learn more, talk to a Healthfirst representative.

The benefit information provided is a brief summary, not a complete description, of benefits. For more information, contact the plan.

Coverage is provided by Healthfirst PHSP, Inc. Plans contain exclusions and limitations.

Additional Benefits

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    24/7 Access to Telemedicine with Teladoc*

    Talk to a doctor any time—for a $0 copay. Connect with board-certified doctors through video chat or phone for prescriptions, help diagnosing and treating non-emergency conditions, and more. Access to dermatologists is also available.

    *Telemedicine 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).

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    Active & Fit Direct

    Healthfirst makes working out affordable too! For just $25/month, you get a standard membership to a fitness center in your area. Premium fitness center options are available for an additional fee. Track your activity, monitor your progress, achieve your fitness goals, and so much more! Visit activeandfitdirect.com to learn more.

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    ExerciseRewards™ Program

    Physical activity is one of the simplest ways to stay healthy, and Healthfirst makes it even more rewarding! With the Active&Fit ExerciseRewards™ program, you can earn $200 every six months if you visit a qualifying fitness center at least 50 days during the same six-month reward period. Contact ExerciseRewards at 1-877-810-2746 to learn more about qualifying fitness centers.

Additional Benefits

  • 24/7 Access to Telemedicine with Teladoc*

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  • Active & Fit Direct

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  • ExerciseRewards™ Program

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