FAMILY PLANNING BENEFIT PROGRAM at CHOICES

Covered Services

  • All FDA approved birth control methods, devices and supplies ( i.e. Birth control pills or patches,
    condoms, diaphragms, IUD’s )
  • Male and Female sterilization procedures, e.g. tubal ligation
  • Emergency contraceptive services and follow-up care
  • Counseling, preventive screening and family planning options before pregnancy.

These services are also covered when in conjunction with a family planning visit

  • Pregnancy testing and counseling
  • Screening for sexually transmitted diseases ( STD’s ), cervical cancer, and urinary or female-related infections.
  • Counseling services related to pregnancy and informed consent, and STD/HIV risk counseling.
  • Comprehensive health history and physical examination, including breast exam and referrals to primary care providers. Mammograms are not included.

Note: Termination of pregnancy, treatment for STD’s, treatment for infertility, and follow-up care and not related to related to family planning are not covered under FPBP.

FHBP Eligibility Criteria

  • RESIDENCE (ONLY within the five boroughs)
  • IDENTITY (Non-expired Photo ID)
  • CITIZENSHIP/INMIGRATION STATUS
  • INCOME
  • NO RESOURSE TEST

Detailed Eligibility Criteria

Residence:

    • Applicants must reside in NYC in order to apply in NYC
    • No Durational Requirements
    • Common Forms of documentation include: Lease, Rent receipt, Utility bill or Postmarked mail (no more then 30 days from your appt.)

Identity:
Non-Expired Photo ID

  • US Passport *
  • Passport from foreign country
  • Naturalization Certificate *
  • Certificate of Citizenship *
  • Legal Permanent Resident Card *
  • Drivers/Non-Drives license
  • Photo I.D. issued by an employer, school or governmental agency

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At CHOICES, we emphasize our philosophy of Patient Power, which means being an informed consumer of medical treatment with the knowledge and information that enables each individual to make appropriate decisions about medical care, whether in the area of general health, surgery or birth control.

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