OTC Card Healthfirst 2023: Activate OTC Card myhfny.org (2023)

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Healthfirst 2023 OTC card: activate myhfny.org OTC card

The new OTC Plus card balance can be used on items that promote a healthy lifestyle, from over-the-counter medicines and healthy foods to internet services and fitness equipment and monitors.

The OTC Plus card is available with the Healthfirst Life Improvement Plan and the CompleteCare Plan.

Health insurance can help you stay healthy. Even if you are in good health, health insurance can give you access to free primary care, emergency treatment, and preventative services. You never know when an accident will happen or if you will get sick and have to go to the hospital. When that day comes, the costs may be prohibitive and you and your family may not be able to afford the care you need. That's where health insurance comes in. It's good for your health, your wallet and your future.

Healthfirst is a nonprofit community organization sponsored by some of New York's most prestigious and nationally recognized hospitals and medical centers. With over one million members and counting, Healthfirst has been serving the communities of New York City for more than 25 years.

With access to thousands of doctors and specialists, you're sure to find the service you need in your area. all of usmunicipal officesis fully staffed with representatives who can answer questions about our health insurance plans and programs in many different languages, whether you are a member or not.

Healthfirst plans with an OTC Plus card:

1. Life Improvement Plan (HMO D-SNP)
   $475/quarter allowance
2. Plan CompleteCare (HMO D-SNP)
   $180/month allowance
3. Performance Improvement Plan (HMO)
   $100/quarterly allowance

Unused credit automatically expires at the end of each month/quarter or when you unsubscribe from the plan.

Step 1

Activate your card

You must provide the following:

• The OTC Plus/OTC card number on the face of the card
• Your Healthfirst Medicare membership card number
• Your date of birth (2-digit month, 2-digit day and 4-digit year; for example 05/20/1955)

step 2

Visit a participating location (in person or online)

Go to a participating store with your activated Healthfirst OTC Plus/OTC card and select the approved items you wish to purchase.

You can use your Healthfirst OTC Plus Card at the following locations, among others:

• Minoristas including Duane Reade, Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Family Dollar
• Many local independent pharmacies
• Home delivery options via NationsOTC or Mom's Meals
• GrowNYC locations
• For information on using your OTC Plus card at farmers' markets, please visit the on-site information desk

Some of the places you can use your Healthfirst OTC Card include:

• Minoristas wie Duane Reade, Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid und Family Dollar
• Many local independent pharmacies

For a full list of participating pharmacies and retailers, visitMyHFNY.orgor call our Member Services representatives at1-888-260-1010(TTY 1-888-542-3821) or call the Signature (HMO) Member Services Team1-855-771-1081(TTY 1-888-542-3821), 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (October through March) and Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (April through September).

step 3

pay for your items

Checkout your items at local retail stores. At checkout, swipe your OTC Plus/OTC card to complete payment. Purchases of approved items are automatically deducted from your card balance.

Take your OTC Plus/OTC card with you, as you cannot use your Healthfirst membership card or Medicare card to purchase OTC items.

When shopping online, remember to enter your OTC Plus/OTC card16-digit number.

Healthfirst: Member Portal Login

The easiest way to sign up for a Healthfirst plan is to contact @ https://healthfirst.org/contact/. Sales reps can guide you to the best plan for you and simplify the registration process.

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