Resources

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  • Blueprint Application

    On October 26, 2012, New York submitted its Blueprint application to HHS for approval to operate a state-based health benefit exchange.

  • Design Review Documents

    The NYS Health Benefit Exchange submitted a series of documents to HHS in advance of the state's in-person design review scheduled for October 9th and 10th in Bethesda, MD.  The sections covered during the design review correspond with requirements of the State's Exchange Blueprint A

  • Glossary of Health Insurance Terms

    It is important to understand how health insurance works.  Definitions of key health insurance and health care terms such as co-payment, deductible and coinsurance can be found in this glossary.

  • June 2012 Exchange Establishment Grant

    On June 28, 2012, New York submitted a Level One application for the federal Exchange Establishment grant. The State received an award of $95.5 million for this grant on August 23, 2012.  New York received a supplemental award of $19 million for this grant on September 20, 2013.

  • Essential Health Benefits - Public Comments

    On August 2, 2012, the Health Benefit Exchange convened stakeholders to discuss preliminary results of Milliman's Essential Health Benefits study. There was an open public comment period and attendees were invited to provide feedback.

  • Benefit Standardization Study for the State of New York

    This report describes the small group products available in New York today, how these products align to the requirements of the ACA, and presents options for consideration to standardize products within the Exchange.

  • Former Governor Cuomo's Executive Order Number 42

    Former Governor Cuomo issued Executive Order #42 to establish a statewide Health Exchange on April 12, 2012.  The Executive Order established the New York Health Benefit Exchange within the Department of Health.