NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug 3, 2021–
Healthfirst, the largest not-for-profit health insurer i in New York State, is committed to its mission to help its members access high-quality healthcare. As part of that effort, the company is keeping its members connected to healthcare services and providers by participating with Assurance Wireless in the federal Lifeline Program ii which provides free Android™ smartphones iii and no-cost cell phone service to those that are eligible iv.
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Healthfirst is participating in the Assurance Wireless Federal Lifeline Program to provide eligible Healthfirst members with free Android™ Smartphone and no-cost cell phone service (Photo: Business Wire)
“If there is one thing that became apparent during the pandemic, it was the importance of access to telehealth services. As we continue to pursue Health Equity, it is our hope that making the Lifeline Program available to eligible members via Assurance Wireless is an all-around win for our members, their physicians, and Healthfirst,” said Errol Pierre, SVP, State Programs at Healthfirst. “Members will also be able to download the Healthfirst member app onto their smartphone to access…