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GHI and HIP are part of EmblemHealth
EmblemHealth·Provider News
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
EmblemHealth clarified that GHI (Group Health Incorporated) and HIP (Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York) are company names under the EmblemHealth umbrella. Practices should not deny appointments to patients who say they have EmblemHealth insurance even if provider agreements list GHI or HIP, and should verify eligibility using the Provider Portal.
Action Required
Immediately: Train appointment schedulers and insurance verifiers to accept EmblemHealth patients even when provider agreements show GHI or HIP. Use the Check Provider Network Status tool in the EmblemHealth Provider Portal under Member Management menu to verify network participation before scheduling. Update front desk protocols to verify eligibility for all EmblemHealth/GHI/HIP patients rather than denying appointments.