This program offers complete pregnancy care and other health services to women and teens who live in New York State and meet income guidelines.
- Babies receive health care services for at least one year after birth.
- If you're pregnant and uninsured, you may qualify to sign up for an insurance plan through the NY State of Health Marketplace, even if the enrollment period is closed.
- Free coverage is available regardless of immigration status.
- Extended access to family planning services is available to women who have Medicaid while pregnant but lose coverage after pregnancy.
Who is eligible
To be eligible, you should be able to answer yes to these questions:
- Are you a New York State resident?
- Do you meet the following income guidelines?
| Family size (include unborn children) | Income in a month |
| 1 | $2,526 |
| 2 | $3,403 |
| 3 | $4,280 |
| 4 | $5,157 |
| 5 | $6,035 |
| 6 | $6,912 |
| 7 | $7,789 |
| 8 | $8,666 |
| For each additional person, add: | $878 |
How to apply
- Find out where you can apply for Medicaid Prenatal Care Coverage.
- Enroll with an In-Person Assistor (IPA) or call 311 to find an assistor.
How to get help
To get a referral to a pregnancy care provider:
- Call the New York State Growing Up Healthy Hotline at 800-522-5006
- Visit the New York State Department of Health website.
- Call the Human Resources Administration at 718-557-1399
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Updated April 19, 2022