Affinity is an independent, not-for-profit organization founded in 1986 with one goal: to offer affordable, high quality heal ... th care coverage to underserved New Yorkers. As the first health plan licensed in New York State to serve publicly-sponsored populations, Affinity’s vision and leadership resulted in many more people receiving the vital care they need. Over the last 30 years, we’ve grown from just a handful of members to over 250,000. Our Mission The mission of Affinity Health Plan is to improve the health and well-being of its Members, their families, and their communities in collaboration with primary care providers. Our Vision Affinity strives to be the health plan of choice for its Members and its providers -- known for assuring access to high quality, cost-effective care; delivering the best customer experience; and contributing significantly to achieving a patient-centered health care system. read more