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January 01, 2026

New York City Employees PPO plan: What you need to know

The New York City Employees (NYCE) PPO plan, offered jointly by EmblemHealth and UnitedHealthcare, is now active. This plan provides streamlined services to New York City employees, non-Medicare retirees and their dependents.  

 

Key features

  • Members will use 1 ID card for medical and lab services
  • Use the NYCE PPO plan provider portal for all plan transactions 
  • Check the NYCE PPO Plan FAQ for details on claims, reconsiderations, prior authorizations and more

 

Network and rates 

Network and rates depend on your practice location. EmblemHealth network and rates apply for care in the following counties: 

  • Bronx
  • Duchess
  • Kings
  • Nassau
  • New York
  • Orange
  • Putnam
  • Queens
  • Richmond
  • Rockland
  • Suffolk
  • Ulster
  • Westchester

Outside these counties, use the UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network and rates.  

 

Questions? We’re here to help.

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