Healthfirst NY online portal retiring

Effective September 30, 2024, member eligibility and benefits verification will retire in Healthfirst’s legacy provider portal (hfproviderportal.org) and should be completed exclusively in Availity Essentials. Eligibility and benefits verification is not the only time-saving tool available to Healthfirst network providers in Availity Essentials: Submit professional and facility claims and gain real-time visibility into the status of a claim. View remittances/explanations of payment with convenient search and filter options. Access additional applications and resources specific to Healthfirst in a dedicated Payer Space, including Member Renewal Roster.