N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 14, § 1050.5
(b) At admission, an assessment of each client's ability to pay for services and eligibility for third party reimbursement (e.g.,Medicaid, home relief, health insurance) must be made. If a client is found to be potentially eligible for third party benefits, the program must aid the client in applying for those benefits.