Title: Understanding Your NY Medicaid Card.
Headings: Medicaid Cards in NY
Medicaid Cards in NY
How do I get a new Medicaid card in NY?
Do I have to reapply for Medicaid every year?
If your family is on Medicaid will they each have a separate card?
When do you have to present your card?
How do I replace a lost, damaged, or stolen Medicaid card in New York?
Getting Your Medicaid ID Number
Applying for a Replacement Medicaid Card In-Person
Applying for a Replacement Medicaid Card via Email, Mail, or Fax
Applying Online for a Replacement Medicaid Card
Can I print a replacement Medicare card in New York?
How long does it take to receive a replacement card?
What does a Medicaid card look like?
What is Medicaid card fraud and what do I do if it happens?
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Content: When the Medicaid office receives the necessary information, they will issue an unborn/infant card for the child, which can be used after the baby is born for doctor’s visits and any other medical costs during the interim period before the baby’s permanent Medicaid card is issued. When do you have to present your card? You will need to present your Medicaid Benefit Identification Card (the Common Benefit Identification Card or CBIC) after any health-related appointment or when you go to pick up a prescription medication. There are certain restrictions around what is covered by Medicaid and what is not, however, because many healthcare costs are covered by Medicaid, recipients will be asked to present their card at most healthcare institutions. Although sometimes coverage may not be provided, Medicaid cards should be presented any time you use any medical service in New York. Your Medicaid coverage and card entitles you to receive coverage for a wide array of medical services, including (but not limited to): ● Doctor’s visits (routine check-ups, visits for minor illnesses like colds and flu, etc.) ● Emergency room visits and emergency transport costs
● Prescription medications (in New York State, some prescriptions are not covered)
● Hospital services (in-patient and out-patient)
● Family planning services
● Transportation services to and from medical appointments
● Prenatal and postnatal care for pregnant women
● Some medical equipment costs
● Therapy, counseling, and psychiatric care
● Nursing home care for the elderly
● Dental care
● Home health care and personal care
● And more …
You can present your Medicaid card to receive coverage in any of the above situations, as well as in a variety of other healthcare-related situations as well. In some cases, Medicaid recipients may be able to receive coverage for certain services or medical supplies that aren’t covered for the general population of Medicaid recipients if they are able to make an appeal and provide adequate proof of a medical need for the service or requirement. In this situation, the recipient will need to receive prior approval to receive coverage for this service or item.