You can enroll in an EmblemHealth individual and family plan during open enrollment. This yearly period begins in November for coverage starting Jan. 1 of the next calendar year. NY State of Health (NYSOH) determines when the open enrollment period starts and ends in New York state.
Outside of open enrollment, you may still be able to enroll in coverage if you have certain qualifying life events, like getting married, having a baby, losing other health coverage, or experiencing a change in your household income.
In advance of open enrollment each year, EmblemHealth and NYSOH will mail renewal notices to plan members with information on when to renew and what documentation needs to be provided (for example, pay stubs, tax returns, or other proof of income). Information about financial help and monthly premiums will also be included.