Step 3: Create an Account and Complete Identity Proofing

Create an Account

Visit the NYS of Health website and select the green Get Started button. Under new users, select Click Here to Register.

You will set up your NY.gov ID by creating a username, password and setting up your security questions.

Identity Proofing

This step is completed to prevent insurance fraud and to ensure that only authorized users are granted access.

Visit The NY State of Health website and select the green Get Started button. Under returning users, log in with your NY.gov ID credentials.

Identity proofing begins with the question, “Do you have an invitation code?”. Since you set up your own account, you will not have an invitation code.

You will then read and agree to various terms & conditions. You will fill out personal information. Then, you will be asked to answer customized, personally identifying information questions.