Family Planning Extension Program
(FPEP)

If you had a baby or were pregnant in the last two years and were eligible for Medicaid or PCAP during that time. You may be able to get FREE birth control and other health related services at Planned Parenthood, even if you are not eligible for Medicaid now.

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HOW DOES THIS WORK?

It’s easy. Just tell the Planned Parenthood receptionist that you may be eligible for the Family Planning Extension Program. We’ll help you do the rest. Get what you want, when you want it, from the doctor or clinic you choose. Medicaid covers all costs.

New York State Law Says…

If you’re in a Medicaid health plan, you have the right to get family planning services from any Medicaid doctor or clinic you choose, in or out of your health plan.

What’s covered under FPEP?

  • Birth control & Emergency contraception
  • Testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections
  • Pap tests
  • Testing for women’s health problems including: breast disease, anemia, and high blood pressure
  • Pregnancy tests
  • Sterilization (no local hospitals are participating at this time)
  • Education and counseling related to any of the above
  • HIV testing and pre-test and post-test counseling when it is part of a regular women’s health services visit.

Have questions about the Family Planning Extension Program? Have your Medicaid card ready and call the Planned Parenthood nearest you. Tell them you are interested in finding out more about the Family Planning Extension Program.We'll help you with the rest

  • In Broome County: 607-723-8306
  • In Chenango County: 607-334-6378
  • In Delaware or Otsego County: 607-432-2252

 

 

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