How can I enroll?
There are three ways to enroll in health insurance through NY State of Health:
- Apply online through the NY State of Health website
- By phone at 1-855-355-5777 (TTY: 1-800-662-1220)
- With the free help of a trained and certified Enrollment Assistor or Broker
Signing up is simple. Have this information ready for each member of your family:
- Birth dates
- Social security numbers or, for legal immigrants, document numbers if you have them
- Employment, income, and health insurance information
When can I enroll?
When you can enroll depends on which program you are eligible for, which is based on age, income and other factors.
Enrollment is open all year if you are eligible for:
You can enroll in a Qualified Health Plan during the annual Open Enrollment Period, or a Special Enrollment Period, if you are eligible. Learn more about enrollment periods.
American Indians and Alaskan Natives can enroll anytime during the year for any NY State of Health program.
Stay informed with enrollment reminders and updates.
You may need to take action each year to keep your health insurance or the insurance of your family members.
- Sign up for text messaging with NY State of Health to get reminders of important deadlines and updates regarding your health plan. Text START to 1-866-988-0327. Learn more here.
- Sign up for email updates on the latest in NY State of Health news and events.