Understanding HRSN & Medicaid Benefits
Practical guides for patients and healthcare providers on Medicaid meal benefits, HRSN programs, and postpartum support in New York.
NY Medicaid Postpartum Coverage in 2025: What's New
New York extended Medicaid postpartum coverage to 12 months. Here's what that means for your HRSN meal benefits in 2025.
HRSN Meals vs. WIC: Can You Use Both in New York?
Two different programs, both free. Here's how they compare and why you should enroll in both.
Healthfirst Medicaid Members: How to Get Free Home-Delivered Meals
Enrolled in Healthfirst? You may qualify for 21 free freshly cooked meals per week. Here's exactly how to access them.
How FQHCs Can Refer Patients to HRSN Meals in New York
FQHCs are uniquely positioned to connect postpartum Medicaid patients with free meal benefits. Zero workflow change required.
Postpartum Nutrition: Why the First Year Matters and How Medicaid Helps
The first year postpartum is nutritionally critical. Here's what NY Medicaid covers and how to access free meals.
Midwives & HRSN: A Simple Way to Support Your Postpartum Clients
CNMs and licensed midwives in NY can connect postpartum Medicaid clients with free meals in under 60 seconds.
What Is the HRSN Program in New York?
A plain-language guide to New York's Health-Related Social Needs meal program — who qualifies, what you get, and how to access it.
How to Get Free Meals on Medicaid in New York
Step-by-step guide to enrolling in the HRSN meal delivery program — what you need and how long it takes.
Postpartum Medicaid Benefits in New York You May Not Know About
Beyond the basics — a breakdown of all Medicaid benefits available to new mothers in New York.
A Provider's Guide to HRSN Referrals in New York
How midwives, OBs, and birthing centers can connect patients with free meal benefits without adding to their workload.
HRSN Meals vs. SNAP: What's the Difference?
Both programs help with food — but they work very differently. Here's what you need to know, and whether you can use both.
Doulas & HRSN: How to Refer Clients to Free Meals in 2025
NY Medicaid doula coverage went live in April 2025. Here's how doulas can connect postpartum clients to 21 free meals per week.