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Gym Benefit

As a Partners Health Plan (PHP) member, you are eligible to be reimbursed for gym or fitness classes!

About Your Gym Benefit:

PHP members who attend gym or fitness classes (online or in person) a minimum of 26 times during the calendar year are eligible to receive reimbursement for gym expenses up to an annual maximum of $400 upon receipt of payment and confirmation of attendance under PHP’s Gym Benefit.

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How does the
fitness benefit work?

Attend a gym or exercise class (in person or online) for a minimum of 26 times in a calendar year. Examples of qualifying fitness facilities and classes that you can be reimbursed for include:

  • Membership fees for
    standard or adaptive
    gyms, including YMCAs
    and community centers
    where fitness services
    are offered
  • Aerobics classes
  • Boot camps
  • Boxing/Kickboxing
  • CrossFit
  • Indoor rock climbing
  • Martial arts
  • Pilates
  • Swimming
  • Tennis/Racquetball
  • Circuit Training
  • Weight/Resistance
  • Yoga
  • Zumba
  • Dance classes

Submitting Documentation & Receiving Reimbursements

How do I receive my reimbursement?

  • Submit your completed and signed Gym Reimbursement Form.

  • Include proof of attendance (e.g. print-out from fitness facility, signed letter from facility or class instructor, certificate of attendance for applicable dates, etc.).

  • Include proof of your payment (e.g., receipt, automatic bank withdrawal statement) for the gym fee, as well as any money you paid for fitness classes.

Where do I submit all my documents?

Mail your documents to:
Partners Health Plan
Attn: Gym Reimbursement
8 Southwoods Blvd Ste 110
Albany, NY 12211

or email these documents to
gymreimbursement@phpcares.org

The required documents (signed form, receipts, and proof of attendance) must be received by Partners Health Plan no later than the end of the calendar year.

Gym Benefit
Reminders & Frequently Asked Questions

PHP members who attend gym or fitness classes (online or in person) a minimum of 26 times during the calendar year are eligible to receive reimbursement for gym expenses up to an annual maximum of $400.

This calendar-year benefit expires at the end of the year, e.g., December 31st, 2024. Reimbursement requests can be submitted once the minimum number of visits is completed.  To receive reimbursement, PHP members must pay upfront for these services, meet the minimum visit requirements of 26 visits within a calendar year, and submit the required documentation.

For more information about enrolling in the
PHP Care Complete FIDA-IDD Plan:

Contact us!

Complete the form below to connect with a Partners Health Plan Outreach Associate to learn more about PHP FIDA-IDD Plan benefits and enrollment procedures or to request informational materials. 

Connect with our outreach team!

You can reach out to one of our NYS licensed Outreach Associates to schedule a one on one education session at your convenience.

Are you ready to enroll in PHP Care Complete FIDA-IDD Plan?

To enroll, visit or call NY Medicaid Choice at 1-844-343-2433 (TTY: 1-888-329-1541), Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

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