How to Verify Your Insurance Before Your Appointment at Our Bronx Women’s Health Clinic

How to Verify Your Insurance Before Your Appointment at Our Bronx Women’s Health Clinic

Find out if your insurance or Medicaid covers abortion, gynecological exams, and reproductive care at Dr. Emily Women’s Health Center in the South Bronx.

Nobody should have to worry about unexpected medical bills — especially when seeking reproductive healthcare. At Dr. Emily Women’s Health Center, we believe in complete financial transparency so you can focus on your health, not your bill.

Whether you’re coming in for an abortion procedure, a gynecological exam, or contraceptive care, taking a few minutes to verify your insurance before your visit can save you time, money, and stress. Here’s everything you need to know.

Three Easy Ways to Verify Your Insurance

1. Call Us Directly (Fastest Option)

Call our office at 718-585-1010. A knowledgeable member of our staff will:

• Confirm that your coverage is active
• Review your specific benefits for the services you need
• Explain any copays, deductibles, or out-of-pocket costs
• Answer your billing questions clearly and confidentially

2. Send Us an Email

Prefer to handle things in writing? Email the following information to billing@dremily.net:

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Insurance provider
• Member ID number

Our billing team will verify your coverage before your visit and reach out if we need anything else.

3. Verify When You Book Online

When you schedule your appointment through our online booking system, you can enter your insurance information during the process. Our staff will confirm your benefits before you arrive and contact you if any clarification is needed.

Insurance Plans We Accept

Medicaid — All Five NYC Boroughs

We proudly accept Medicaid and Medicaid managed care plans from the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, including:

• Affinity Medicaid
• Amerigroup Medicaid
• BCBS with Medicaid
• Fidelis Medicaid
• HealthFirst
• HIP with Medicaid
• MetroPlus
• Molina Health Plan with Medicaid
• United Healthcare Community Plan
• 1199

Please note: We do not accept Westchester County Medicaid at this time.

Major Private Insurance Plans

We also accept many major private insurance providers, including:

• EmblemHealth (GHI / HIP)
• Aetna
• Cigna
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Oxford
• UnitedHealthcare

Don’t see your plan listed? Call us at 718-585-1010 — we may still be able to help.

No Insurance? We Can Still Help

If you don’t have insurance, we offer competitive self-pay rates with no hidden fees. Our staff can also help you check whether you qualify for New York State Medicaid — including emergency Medicaid, which can sometimes be applied on the same day as your appointment. Visit our Fees & Pricing page for full self-pay pricing, or call us and we’ll walk you through your options.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

To complete the verification process when you arrive, please have:

• A valid photo ID
• Your current insurance or Medicaid card

Having these ready helps us check you in quickly and avoid any delays.

What Does Insurance Typically Cover?

Many NYC Medicaid plans and private insurance policies cover the full cost of reproductive and gynecological services at our Bronx clinic, including:

• Abortion services — both medication abortion (abortion pill) and surgical abortion with anesthesia, up to 21 weeks
• Gynecological exams — annual well-woman visits and consultations
• Pap smears — cervical cancer screening
• STD testing and treatment — confidential screening and care
• Contraception — including IUDs, Nexplanon, birth control pills, and other methods
• Prenatal consultations — initial pregnancy evaluation and counseling

Coverage varies by plan, which is exactly why verifying before your appointment is so important.

Why Verifying Your Insurance Matters

Taking a few minutes to confirm your coverage ahead of time helps you:

• Avoid surprise bills — know your costs before you walk in the door
• Reduce out-of-pocket expenses — make sure you’re using every benefit available to you
• Prevent appointment delays — get checked in faster with everything confirmed in advance
• Feel confident and prepared — walk into your appointment with complete peace of mind

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Medicaid cover abortion in New York City?

Yes. New York State Medicaid covers abortion services, including both medication abortion (the abortion pill) and surgical abortion procedures. If you have Medicaid from any of the five NYC boroughs, your abortion care at Dr. Emily Women’s Health Center is typically covered at no cost to you.

What if I don’t have insurance?

We offer self-pay pricing with no hidden fees for patients without insurance. Our team can also help you check whether you qualify for Medicaid — including same-day enrollment in some cases. We also work with national and regional abortion funds that can help cover costs. Call us at 718-585-1010 to discuss your options.

How far in advance should I verify my insurance?

We recommend verifying your insurance as soon as you schedule your appointment. Our team typically completes verification within one business day. If you call, we can often confirm your benefits on the spot.

Will my insurance company know why I’m visiting?

Insurance companies do receive claims for services rendered. If privacy is a concern, ask our staff about self-pay options that keep your visit completely off your insurance record. Your care at our clinic is always confidential.

Do you accept out-of-state insurance?

We primarily accept New York-based insurance plans and NYC Medicaid. If you’re traveling from out of state, call us at 718-585-1010 and we can discuss your specific plan or self-pay options.

Ready to Schedule?

At Dr. Emily Women’s Health Center, we’ve been providing compassionate, affordable reproductive healthcare to the South Bronx community since 2004. As an AAAASF-accredited surgical facility, we meet nationally recognized standards for patient safety and quality of care.

Call us at 718-585-1010 or book your appointment online to get started. If you have questions about your coverage, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re happy to help.

Dr. Emily Women’s Health Center | A Bronx Women’s Medical Pavilion P.C. | 642 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY | 1 block from the 6 train at East 149th Street | Serving the South Bronx since 2004