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Non-Emergency Transportation Now Covered By Medicaid

VNS Health Total (HMO D-SNP) and MLTC no longer covers transportation as part of your plan benefits. Non-emergency medical transportation services for members enrolled in a Medicaid Advantage Plus or Partial Capitation Plan will now be arranged by the Statewide Transportation Broker – Medical Answering Services (MAS). This will not change any of your other […]
Health Plan Members

It’s Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot and COVID-19 Booster!

Flu season is in full swing until February 2024. Are you protected? If not, be aware that the flu can be dangerous and even deadly—particularly for people 65 and older and people who have chronic health conditions. COVID-19 is also still a danger for people who have not had a booster shot. You may have […]
Health Plan Members

Nationwide Shortages of Nutrition Supplements

If your doctor has prescribed a liquid nutrition supplement (such as Ensure, Glucerna or Nestle Boost), be aware that the companies making these drinks are having inventory problems This means that even if your health plan has approved your doctor’s request for you to get a supplement, the specific drink your doctor prescribed may not […]

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Health Plan Members

Non-Emergency Transportation Now Covered By Medicaid

VNS Health Total (HMO D-SNP) and MLTC no longer covers transportation as part of your plan benefits. Non-emergency medical transportation services for members enrolled in a Medicaid Advantage Plus or Partial Capitation Plan will now be arranged by the Statewide Transportation Broker – Medical Answering Services (MAS). This will not change any of your other […]
Health Plan Members

In-Home Flu Vaccinations Available for You

If you are a member of VNS Health MLTC or VNS Health Total (HMO D-SNP), you can get your annual flu shot in the comfort of your home through our partner EMS. The vaccine is free and safe. Flu season lasts through February, so protect yourself and your loved ones now. To schedule your appointment, […]
Health Plan Members

It’s Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot and COVID-19 Booster!

Flu season is in full swing until February 2024. Are you protected? If not, be aware that the flu can be dangerous and even deadly—particularly for people 65 and older and people who have chronic health conditions. COVID-19 is also still a danger for people who have not had a booster shot. You may have […]
EasyCare Plus Members

Good News! Your VNS Health EasyCare Plus Plan Is Getting Even Better in 2024.

Beginning on January 1, 2024, your VNS Health EasyCare Plus (HMO D-SNP) plan will include these benefits: Plus, you can continue to enjoy the great benefits you have now, including: Read more about your VNS EasyCare Plus 2024 benefits. *This benefit is part of special supplemental program for the chronically ill and not all members […]
EasyCare Members

Good News! Your VNS Health EasyCare Plan is Getting Even Better in 2024.

Beginning on January 1, 2024, your VNS Health EasyCare plan will include these benefits: Plus, you can continue to enjoy the great benefits you have now, including: Read more about your VNS Health EasyCare 2024 benefits. *Depending on your level of LIS or Medicaid eligibility.
VNS Health Total Members

Good News! Your VNS Health Total Plan Is Getting Even Better in 2024.

Beginning on January 1, 2024, your VNS Health Total plan will include these benefits: And you can continue to enjoy the great benefits you have now, including: Read more about your VNS Health Total 2024 benefits. *This benefit is part of special supplemental program for the chronically ill and not all members qualify. Other types […]
Health Plan Members

Nationwide Shortages of Nutrition Supplements

If your doctor has prescribed a liquid nutrition supplement (such as Ensure, Glucerna or Nestle Boost), be aware that the companies making these drinks are having inventory problems This means that even if your health plan has approved your doctor’s request for you to get a supplement, the specific drink your doctor prescribed may not […]
Health Plan Members

Watch out for Medicaid scams!

Be on the alert for scammers who ask for a fee to help you renew or recertify your Medicaid coverage. Never give out your Medicare or Social Security Numbers over the phone or in a text.
Health Plan Members

Don’t Lose Your Medicaid Coverage!

Make sure Medicaid has your current contact info. What you need to do: Please contact your Medicaid office to give them your current address, phone number, and email address...
News from VNS Health

New Community Centers Open in Brooklyn and Queens

VNS Health is excited to announce the opening of two new community centers in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, and Flushing, Queens. They join our Community Center in Chinatown in Manhattan as a resource for everyone in the community, whether or not you’re a member or patient of VNS Health. Dedicated team members at our community centers […]
Last updated 03/13/2024.