March 2, 2024

We wanted to remind all members that the final claim period will open for submission of employee Healthcare Worker Bonus (HWB) payments on April 1, 2024 and will end on May 1, 2024. According to state officials thisis the last opportunity for providers to submit claims on behalf of their employees.  Please use the HWB Program Portal to submit claims on behalf of  employees who qualify for bonus payments.  

For more information on the Healthcare Worker Bonus (HWB) Program, please visit the NYSDOH HWB Program webpage which also includes a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page. Qualified employers are encouraged to review these resources for the latest information. Questions regarding the HWB Program may be submitted to:  NYSWorkersBonus@health.ny.gov