In January 2019, there were 1,253,984 Coloradans enrolled in Health First Colorado and 80,354 enrolled in
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Upcoming Events and Helpful Resources
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| Health First Colorado videos for use in waiting rooms and other areas members visit are available for download on our website. |
New to PEAK or Need a Refresher?
The Intro to PEAK and Application Walk-Through recorded webinars are available anytime. For more information and trainings, visit the
PEAK Outreach Initiative website.
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Public Rule Review Opportunities
Anyone interested in a one-on-one discussion with Department staff about upcoming rules is invited to attend the Department's
Public Rule Review Meeting. Information is available on the
Public Rule Review Meetings web page.
For more information, or to be added to the Medical Services Board email distribution list, please contact
Chris Sykes.
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Employment Opportunities
Applying for state government jobs is easy. Applications are electronic, you will receive updates, and you do not need to answer any written questions until it is determined you meet the minimum qualifications.
Check out the
website for State of Colorado jobs including the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing jobs.
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Welcome to the February 2019 edition of At a Glance!
Thank you for your interest!
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Denver Health Prepared to Help Health First Colorado Members Seeking Midwifery Care after Midwifery Practices Closed
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Denver Health is
accepting obstetric patients requesting prenatal care with midwives and physicians, particularly those who may have been impacted by the closures of Rose Midwifery Clinic in Denver and the Colorado Nurse Midwives Clinic in Aurora (effective 1/31/19).
- Patients and Providers can call 303-602-5526 or the main appointment center 303-436-4949 to schedule an appointment
- Currently Denver Health has three clinics seeing new midwifery patients:
- Women's Care at Eastside, 501 28th St., Denver, CO 80205
- Women's Care at Westside, 1100 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80204
- Women's Care in Pavilion C (main hospital campus), 790 Delaware St., Denver, CO 80204
Denver Health has seven other clinics in Denver that offer prenatal care with family medicine providers. For enrollment information patients can call 303-602-2300.
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PEAK Browser Compatibility
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Effective April 5, Internet Explorer versions 9 and 10 will not be compatible with PEAK and users with these browsers could encounter security and technical issues.
We recommend PEAK users regularly update their browsers and suggest Google Chrome for the best possible PEAK experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I don't change/upgrade my browser before April 5?
Outdated browsers are much more vulnerable to viruses and malware, which can cause problems not only for that user's computer, but for any network they connect to. Those using the outdated Internet Explorer versions will not suddenly lose access to PEAK anytime on or after April 5, but they could run into technical issues and/or open themselves up to possible security weaknesses that will best be avoided with a browser upgrade.
How can I download Google Chrome?
If you are on your personal computer or otherwise have authority to download software/applications, visit
https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/,
click "Download Chrome" and follow the prompts.
For technical assistance, please call 800-250-7741.
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Job Opportunity in the Health Information Office Eligibility Division
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The Department's Eligibility Policy Unit is looking for a Long-Term Care Policy Specialist to join the team.
The Long-Term Care Policy Specialist is responsible for a strong working knowledge of the Long-Term Care Medical Assistance program and conducts research to support eligibility operational activities and initiatives.
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January 4, 2019, marked the first day of the second session of the 72nd General Assembly. Per the state Constitution, the Colorado legislature is in session no more than 120 days, adjourning this year on May 3, 2019.
Department Legislation
The Department has four bills on its legislative agenda this session, including:
- Extend the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Program
- Colorado Dental Health Care Program for Low-Income Seniors
- Increased Authority for the Oversight of Individual Residential Services and Supports (IRSS)
- Expanded Access to the Civil Monetary Penalty (CMP) Cash Fund
None of the bills have been introduced yet, but details on each are
on our website.
For more information, contact David DeNovellis.
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Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Approves Value-Based Pharmaceutical Contracts
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has
approved
a Colorado plan allowing the Department to negotiate supplemental rebate agreements involving value-based contracts with pharmaceutical companies.
Value-based contracts would produce additional rebates that lower net cost for the state for drugs covered under such contracts, if clinical outcome targets for those drugs are not achieved.
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Delivery Systems Innovation
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The end of the NWD pilot period is September 30, 2019. During the last leg of the pilot period, pilot sites will be targeting issues faced by agencies who strive to connect individuals to a variety of long-term services and supports (LTSS).
Pilot site lead agencies and their partner agencies are looking for ways to sustain the improved collaboration and coordination efforts after the pilot ends. The sustainability of their work will help mitigate referrals falling through the cracks and ensure individuals get connected to the supports and services they need to live in the community of their choice.
The purpose of this Informational Memo is to share what the No Wrong Door (NWD) pilot sites and the state are working on for the remaining six-months of the pilot period and beyond.
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| Accountable Care Collaborative Phase II Resources |
The next iteration of the Accountable Care Collaborative (ACC) began July 1, 2018. As a reminder, the Department has published resources and guidance for providers, members, and other interested parties on CO.gov/HCPF/ACCPhase2.
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| American Indian and Alaska Native Co-pay and Enrollment Fee Exemptions Memo |
The Department has posted a Policy Memo to inform eligibility workers about the different types of exemptions available to American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN), who are enrolled or applying for Health First Colorado and Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+).
This Policy Memo provides guidance regarding the information that must be entered into the Colorado Benefits Management Eligibility System (CBMS), to properly exempt American Indians and Alaska Natives from co-payments and enrollment fees.
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| National Core Indicator Surveys |
Up to 6,000 randomly selected members receiving services through the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Developmental Disabilities, Supported Living Services, Community Mental Health Supports and Elderly, Blind and Disabled waivers are being contacted and requested to participate in the National Core Indicators (NCI) survey.
The NCI surveys evaluate members' satisfaction with their services and level of community integration. Colorado has participated in the NCI surveys since 2013. Information collected through the surveys is used to better understand the effectiveness of HCBS administered by the Department and improve supports and services provided in the state.
Participation is completely voluntary and will not affect member services or benefits in any way. All information provided by members will be kept confidential and they will not be personally identified in any released report.
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The Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing complies with applicable federal and state civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, creed, political beliefs, or disability. Learn more about our Nondiscrimination Policy.
ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-800-221-3943 (State Relay: 711).
CHÚ Ý: Nếu bạn nói Tiếng Việt, có các dịch vụ hỗ trợ ngôn ngữ miễn phí dành cho bạn. Gọi số 1-800-221-3943 (State Relay: 711).
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At a Glance
