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EmblemHealth was created by the marriage of two companies with rich histories, local roots and complementary strengths. The founders of GHI developed the idea of paid-in-full benefits and discounted rates with participating providers in 1937. It was the first of many notable innovations. GHI plans were, for instance, the first in the country to offer dental coverage and the first insurance plan to cover preventive medicine—such as annual physical exams and well-baby care—and in-hospital medical care. The groundwork for what would become HIP was laid in 1943 by legendary New York City mayor Fiorello LaGuardia, who convened a panel to explore ways ...

EmblemHealth was created by the marriage of two companies with rich histories, local roots and complementary strengths. The founders of GHI developed the idea of paid-in-full benefits and discounted rates with participating providers in 1937. It was the first of many notable innovations. GHI plans were, for instance, the first in the country to offer dental coverage and the first insurance plan to cover preventive medicine—such as annual physical exams and well-baby care—and in-hospital medical care. The groundwork for what would become HIP was laid in 1943 by legendary New York City mayor Fiorello LaGuardia, who convened a panel to explore ways to offer pre-paid medical care to people of “moderate means.” HIP debuted in April 1947 with 2,643 subscribers—members of the Chefs, Cooks, Pastry Cooks and Assistants Local 89. One month later, the plan boasted 12,051 members. Today, as the state`s largest health insurer, we continue to build on this tradition of service, innovation and thoughtful care for our fellow New Yorkers. Putting care first; this is and will always be our priority.

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