Important update: COVID-19 coverage changes

The federal COVID-19 public health emergency for COVID-19 ended May 11, 2023, causing important changes to coverage for COVID-19 vaccines, testing and treatment.

Getting vaccinated

COVID-19 vaccines are a free benefit for all members.

  • Adults can get vaccines from pharmacists and other pharmacy licensed staff, or from their primary care provider.
  • Check with your child’s doctor if they offer the vaccine.
  • Find out where to get vaccinated.

More information on vaccines

  • Find out where to get vaccinated in Colorado (Colorado Department Public Health & Environment)
  • Staying up-to-date with COVID-19 Vaccines (Centers for Disease Control)
    Information on why it’s important to get vaccinated, who needs a vaccine and recommended vaccines.
  • Free ride to your vaccination
    The Mile High United Way’s Ride United program gives rides to vaccination sites across Colorado, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to qualifying residents.

Getting tested

COVID-19 testing in a Health First Colorado or CHP+ provider’s office is 100% covered.

  • At-home tests:
    • Health First Colorado and CHP+ stopped covering at-home COVID-19 tests on Sept. 30, 2024.
    • Order up to 4 free COVID tests from CovidTests.gov.
    • Starting Oct. 1, 2024, you can pay out-of-pocket for an at-home test.
  • Other testing options:
    • If you don’t have health insurance, you can get a COVID-19 test at no cost if you have symptoms or were recently exposed to someone with COVID-19. Use CDC’s no-cost COVID-19 testing locator to find a free test near you.

Getting treated

FDA-approved COVID-19 medications are 100% covered.

  • Your provider can tell you if you need treatment for COVID-19. Find your primary care provider or health plan’s phone number on your member ID card.
  • Symptoms of COVID-19 (CDC)

More information on treatment

We’ve returned to the regular renewal process

Health First Colorado and CHP+ are reviewing information annually to make sure you still qualify.

Keep your health coverage! Complete your renewal forms.

  1. Update your contact info today in the Health First Colorado app or on CO.gov/PEAK
  2. Look out for mail, email, and texts with instructions on how to renew your coverage.
  3. Respond right away with updated information to avoid a gap in coverage.

All about renewals

COVID-19