MEDICAID | ALBANY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
162 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210
Eligibility
Eligibility based on income and resource standards governing Public Health Insurance Programs; call for information
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
(855) 355-5777
Voice
(800) 997-1111
Voice·
Toll-Free | Medicaid Eligibility Center
Languages
Spanish
Application process
Call for information and services
Fees
None
Service area
Albany County, New York
Processes applications for a variety of public health insurance programs, including Medicaid for certified disabled individuals, individuals ages 65 or older, prenatal care services (presumptive eligibility), Medicaid buy-in for Working People with Disabilities, and the Medicare Savings Program. Screens individuals to determine if they need to apply for Medicaid through the NYS Health Benefit Exchange. Processes Medicaid applications for individuals seeking help paying for nursing home or long term home health care services.
Last assured
11/09/2023
Providing organization
ALBANY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Provide various programs and services to Albany County residents, including Temporary Assistance, SNAP, HEAP, Child Care subsidy, Child Support Enforcement, Medicaid for long term care, and Adult Protective services.