The Advocate’s Guide provides in-depth explanation of the workings of managed care in New York. The information is tailored to meet the needs of community-based organizations that directly assist consumers with managed care issues. The guide is for social workers, case workers or anyone providing consumer assistance to their clients. The guide was prepared by the Community Service Society of New York (CSS), and is intended for use as an educational resource; it is not intended as legal or medical advice, and should not be relied on in that respect.
Disclaimer: This Advocate's Guide was last updated in April 2007. Managed health care information and details change frequently, and the information contained within this guide should only be used to provide a general overview on the topic. All information contained within this guide should be verified for accuracy. Please contact the Community Health Advocates helpline at (212) 614-5400.
