New York State Medicaid Office

Medicare & Medicaid · New York · Free

Official New York Medicaid program. Eligibility, applications, and benefits information. Most relevant for low-income seniors who may qualify for Extra Help, QMB, SLMB, or QI without realizing it. Expect a 10–25 minute conversation depending on how detailed the situation is; bring a current med list to speed things up. A first-stop for anyone confused by Medicare's Initial, Special, or General Enrollment Periods. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family caregivers.

Contact & Details

Address: Statewide

Hours: Varies

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