The following article was published in the August 2026 edition of dcDIGEST:
Getting Help
New York State of Health. People who have lost their Essential Plan coverage should contact the NY State of Health insurance marketplace well before the August 30 deadline to look for potentially affordable plans.
Website: nystateofhealth.ny.gov. Phone: 855-355-5777.
The HUBB, located at the Huggins Building at Margaretville Hospital, connects Delaware County folks with needed services.
Website: https://www.thehubbonmain.org
Email: info@thehubbonmain.org
Community Health Advocates, sponsored by the Community Service Society of NY, is a statewide network of organizations that help people access health insurance. They have a toll-free, live-answer helpline weekdays from 9 to 4: (888) 614-5400.
Website: http://www.communityhealthadvocates.org
Email: cha@cssny.org
See their guide for people losing Essential Plan coverage: