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We're excited to share with you the highlights of our 2025 NYSHIP plan.
As a State retiree, you deserve a health plan that works hard to help you get and stay healthy. Here are just some of the benefits and services you get when enrolled in our NYSHIP group Medicare plan.
Preventive Dental
Routine cleanings, x-rays and oral exams are allowed once every 6 months. (full mouth X-Ray every 36 months).* Learn more
Fitness Benefit now with SilverSneakers®**
Staying active and healthy is easier than ever. Access to thousands of locations nationwide and live virtual classes at home.* Learn more
Vision Coverage
Members receive routine eye exams and an increased allowance toward routine eyewear.* Learn more
Hearing Benefit
Coverage for evaluation, fitting and high-quality hearing aid purchase through Start Hearing at a fraction of the cost.*
Telemedicine
Our telemedicine service through Teladoc® lets you speak with a doctor anytime, anywhere by phone or online for a copay.*
Brook
Finding the time to live healthier can be a daily challenge. Brook provides personalized extra support to help you reach your goals.*
Questions?
Our experienced RedShirtsSM are here to help you understand your plan benefits.
Contact Us
Phone
(716) 250-4401 or 1-800-665-1502
(TTY users call 711)
Oct. 1 – Mar. 31: Mon. – Sun.,
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Apr. 1 – Sept. 30: Mon. – Fri.,
8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Send us an email and a RedShirt will be happy to return your e-mail or call you within 24 hours.
Independent Health
511 Farber Lakes Drive
Buffalo, NY 14221
Independent Health is a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare contract offering HMO, HMO-SNP, HMO-POS and PPO plans. Enrollment in Independent Health depends on contract renewal. Benefits may change on January 1 of each year.
* You must use network providers.
** SilverSneakers is a registered trademark of Tivity Health, Inc. © 2024 Tivity Health, Inc. All rights reserved.
Limitations, copayments and restrictions may apply, Benefit, premium and/or copayments/coinsurance may change on January 1 of each year. This information is not a complete description of benefits. See Evidence of Coverage for complete details.
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Last updated 11/1/24