FREE EDUCATION FORUM from Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
2014 Health Education Forums
BUREAU OF PRIMARY CARE ACCESS AND PLANNING
CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS PROGRAM
FREE EDUCATION FORUM
Location:
Gotham Center 42-09 28th Street Long Island City, NY 11101
Conference Room 14-31 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Teleconferencing is also available. Call for information.
Who should attend: parents, caregivers and providers
Reserve your seat! Space is limited. Refreshments will be served.
RSVP: Call 347-396-4600 or email ecurent1@health.nyc.gov
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
The Affordable Care Act:
New Health Insurance Benefits for Your Children and Family
Caroline Heindrichs
Executive Director, Office of Health Planning
Bureau of Primary Care Access and Planning
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
The Office of Health Planning is responsible for devising and implementing policy, program and research initiatives that help vulnerable populations obtain and maintain health insurance coverage and access primary and preventive health care services.
Discussion Topics
- overview of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
- essential health benefits for children and families
- changes to existing insurance coverage
· navigating new insurance options
- helpful online resources
Health Department Certified Application Counselors will be available to provide assistance and answer questions about low-cost health insurance options.
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