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Individuals & Families

Individuals & Families

New Yorkers have more affordable health insurance options than ever. There are many low cost or free health insurance options for individuals, families, and children. Financial help is available to purchase private health insurance plans. It's easier than ever to apply with the NY State of Health Marketplace. You can even get free help to apply.

Health Insurance Options

View health insurance options for individuals and families.

You may have special health insurance options, depending on your situation. Visit Find What Fits to learn more.

Pay Less for Health Insurance

Programs like Medicaid, Essential Plan, and Child Health Plus offer free or very low cost insurance. You can get financial help to purchase private health insurance on the NY State of Health Marketplace, if you qualify.

How to Apply

Get Help to Apply

Find In-Person Help to Apply for Health Insurance

Helpful Links

NY State of Health Marketplace for Individuals/Families
ACCESS NYC: Website that helps you find out which City, State and Federal health and human service benefit programs might be right for you.
NY State of Health Plan Calculator: Scroll down the page to "View Plans Now" by zip code and find out how much financial help you may get. 
Plan Compare: Search plans outside of the NY State of Health Marketplace.