New York State Insurance Fund – Albany District Office – Albany, NY

NYSIF – Albany District Office

The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) maintains its Albany District Office at 1 Watervliet Avenue Extension in Albany, New York. Established in 1914, NYSIF is a non-profit agency of the State of New York and serves as the state’s largest provider of workers’ compensation and disability benefits insurance. Its mission is to guarantee the availability of these insurances to any employer in the state at the lowest possible cost while maintaining a solvent fund.

Insurance Products

• Workers’ Compensation: Providing medical and wage replacement benefits to employees who are injured or become ill on the job.
• Disability Benefits (DB): Coverage for off-the-job injuries or illnesses.
• Paid Family Leave (PFL): Insurance that provides paid time off for employees to bond with a new child or care for a sick family member.

Services for Employers and Claimants

The Albany office serves as a regional hub for policyholders (employers) and claimants (injured workers) in the Capital Region. Staff here assist with policy administration, claims processing, and safety inspections. Employers can manage their accounts, pay premiums, and report injuries, while workers can inquire about the status of their benefit checks or medical authorizations.