Artists Health Insurance Resource Center
Are you an entertainment professional in search of or confused by health insurance? We’re dedicated to keeping our community healthy and capable of pursuing their chosen careers—through personalized health insurance counseling provided nationally, guidance and enrollment support; referrals to health care resources; as well as primary and specialty care at The Friedman Health Center in New York City.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all Artists Health Insurance Resource Center services are being offered online and/or via phone. For assistance, please complete this short online form. Please see below for Upcoming Workshops and additional information.
75% DISCOUNT OFF COBRA IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR ELIGIBLE ENTERTAINMENT PROFESSIONALS IN NEW YORK!
If you live in New York and are losing your entertainment union health insurance, you may be eligible for a 75% discount off your COBRA rate. Info can be found at the following link:
Use the following fillable PDF to apply:
Working from our offices in New York and Los Angeles, our experienced staff provides health insurance counseling nationwide. Our multi-faceted services include:
- Individual consultations
- Weekly seminars on Affordable Care Act plans, Medicaid and Medicare
- Enrollment assistance in New York and California from unbiased, certified application counselors and licensed agents
- Information and practical tips from our online educational materials
- An extensive database of nationwide health care and insurance resources
- Community outreach through participation in health fairs, arts conferences and other local events
- Advocacy for legislative changes that will make insurance more user-friendly and affordable; for example, the successful fight for a COBRA subsidy* in New York State for entertainment industry workers
- Information and practical tips from our monthly Health Insurance HQ
Please register or log in to our Entertainment Community Fund Portal to access our workshops, programs and services. Our portal is designed to cater to your individual needs and interests, offering access to a wide range of resources and support—all with the guidance and understanding of what it takes to build a life and career in the arts.
Get in touch:
No matter where you live in the U.S., we’re here to help.
To get in touch, please complete this short online form and a Health Benefits Specialist will contact you by phone and/or email. Please note that due to a high volume of requests, it can take up to 2-5 business days to get back to you. We are working as quickly as we can and look forward to speaking with you soon! Thank you.
Learn More
Health Care Tutorials
A series of Animated Health Care Tutorials on important topics for our community. Written by our experts at the Fund’s Artists Health Insurance Resource Center and narrated by Brian Stokes Mitchell, Kate Baldwin and Telly Leung.
Every Artist Insured - National Webinar
This webinar offers a comprehensive, unbiased overview of your health insurance options nationally. It’s geared towards those who are losing coverage through a union or job, as well as those who have never had coverage before
Help With Medicare Costs
This video provides a short overview of programs that can help you save money if you're on Medicare. It includes programs that help cover costs, eligibility requirements and information on how to apply.
Welcome to Medicare
Welcome to Medicare is for anyone who will soon be getting Medicare and wants to learn more about how it works, understand the many options available and the timing of choosing and enrolling in coverage.
Understanding the AFL-CIO Union Plus Medicare Advantage Plans
This webinar offers those who are Medicare-eligible an overview of the AFL-CIO/Union Plus Medicare Advantage PPO plans, which are available to union members nationwide who are age 65 or older, or disabled.
Health Insurance HQ: An Update on the Health Care Landscape
49th Edition. May 23, 2023. What the End of the Covid-19 Emergency Means for Your Health Insurance.
How to Find Doctors in California
Learn how to choose doctors and hospitals and how to make sure they are in-network with your current health insurance.
How to Find Doctors in New York
Learn how to choose doctors and hospitals and how to make sure they are in-network with your current health insurance.
Understanding Your Explanation of Benefits
Learn and understand the basics of health insurance benefits.
Understanding Your Health Insurance Costs
An overview of health insurance that will help clarify and give you a better sense of how your money is spent.
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Related Sites & Organizations
New York State of Health: The Official Health Plan Marketplace
New York Health State of Health is the health insurance marketplace for New Yorkers, where individuals, families and small businesses can quickly compare health plan options and enroll in health insurance. This site allows you to apply for assistance that could lower the cost of your health coverage, as well as qualify for Medicaid, the Essential Plan, and Child Health Plus.
Covered California
Covered California is the health insurance marketplace for Californians, where individuals, families and small businesses can quickly compare health plan options and enroll in health insurance. This site allows you to apply for assistance that could lower the cost of your health coverage, as well as qualify for Medi-Cal.
The Health Insurance Marketplace
Healthcare.gov is the health insurance marketplace where individuals, families, and small businesses in many states, including Illinois and Florida, can quickly compare health plan options and enroll in health insurance, Medicaid, and Child Health Plus. This site allows you to apply for assistance that could lower the cost of your health coverage.
Find A Health Center
This comprehensive database of federally-funded health centers, located in most cities and many rural areas, identifies nearby clinics and provides contact information, links when available, and directions. These centers provide care for everyone, including those with no health insurance. Patients pay what they can afford, based on income.
New York Department of Health - Medicaid
Gives residents program details on Medicaid. People who meet disability requirements are eligible to have their medical care covered by Medicaid. The Medicaid By-In Program is for working people with disabilities. This program allows eligible individuals to earn more income without the risk of losing vital health care coverage. This site includes eligibility requirements for Medicaid, services covered and other important program information.
Women's Health Initiative
Are you an entertainment professional facing a serious medical condition? Our Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative can offer you confidential and compassionate support.
Stage Managers National Health Directory
Are you a stage manager on the road and in search of health care providers? Consult our directory of providers recommended by industry professionals.