- Additional information on the NYU-Poly integration can be accessed through NYU's Division of Student Affairs web page.
- Polytechnic Institute of NYU webpage: www.poly.edu
Will Poly students have the same health insurance requirements as NYU students?
Not at this time. Poly has a separate carrier and will continue with them for at least the next year. Discussions are underway to establish cost effectiveness and timing of offering the same health insurance benefits to both Poly and NYU students. Numerous administrative and workflow issues need to be resolved to accomplish this and it is not anticipated that the program will be integrated before the beginning of the 2009-10 academic year.
Will Poly students have access to the Wellness Exchange?
Not at this time. The Wellness Exchange is a primary portal for medical, mental health, and crisis services. Poly students would have to pay the NYU student health fee to have access to the Wellness Exchange and it is anticipated that a combined health program is not feasible before the 2009-10 academic year. However, if a Poly student is on the NYU campus and needs emergency services, including the Wellness Exchange, NYU will respond.
If Poly students travel abroad will they have access to NYU "safety net" services?
Not at this time. The "safety net" of services for traveling abroad is access to the Wellness Exchange and ISOS (medical evacuation and repatriation subscriber service, for which NYU pays a fee). Access to "safety net" services will be contingent on Poly students paying the NYU student health fee. In the future, should that become the case, it is important to distinguish between students traveling abroad and students studying abroad at NYU sites and programs when addressing "safety net" services needed abroad. All students studying abroad at an NYU site will be entitled to the same services; if they are traveling in some other capacity, these services will not be available. In addition, all students should have either school insurance or their own insurance which may offer health benefits while traveling abroad. The current Poly health insurance plan offers International Assistance Program, and Emergency Medical Evacuation and Repatriation coverage for international travel. However, even with US-based coverage with global benefits, many foreign providers require cash in advance before medical service is rendered.
Will Poly students have access to NYU's psychiatric services?
Not at this time. Poly students' access to NYU Counseling and Behavioral Health Services, including psychiatric services, would be contingent on Poly students paying a student health services fee (see below).
Will Poly students be required to pay the NYU Health Services fee?
Not at this time. Access to NYU's medical and mental health services is contingent on paying a student health fee or another negotiated arrangement such as fee-for-service. Poly students will need to pay the student health fee to have access to NYU health services.
Will the Poly student insurance increase to the same level as the NYU student insurance?
Student insurance is determined by each institution independently at this time. There are, however, discussions underway about how to integrate the plans as described above. Numerous administrative and workflow issues are being addressed. It is anticipated the programs will not be integrated before the 2009-10 academic year.
Will clinical records at Poly and NYU be linked?
Clinical records at Poly and NYU would be linked only if we move toward a merged arrangement for services. This would be consistent with regulator and accreditation standards and will assure continuity of care and reinforce the health and mental health safety net. However, as is customary at NYU, communication with related health entities in emergencies or crisis situations is important; NYU and Poly health and counseling services will work together when it is necessary to be helpful.
Will there be a shuttle service for students seeking medical and psychiatric services in Manhattan?
Not at this time. Poly students will continue to seek treatment as they do now. They are expected to use personal or public transportation unless emergency vehicles are required.
Additional information on the NYU-Poly integration can be accessed through NYU's Division of Student Affairs web page.
The Polytechnic Institute of NYU webpage: http://www.poly.edu