Apply For Health First Colorado

Apply by phone: Call 1-800-221-3943 / State Relay: 711. Phone applications are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Apply by mail: Download and print a paper application.

Apply in person: Apply in person at your county of residence’s local county office or at a local application assistance site

Explore options: If you applied and didn’t qualify, you can learn more about your options.

Do I qualify?

The best way to find out if you qualify is to apply online.

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You may qualify for Health First Colorado if you meet the income guidelines:

Approximate Monthly Income To Qualify for Health First Colorado

What you need to apply

We may ask you for the following information when you apply for Health First Colorado.

Proof of identity

• You do not need to show proof of identity if you do not have identification.
• If you do have proof of identity, such as a driver license or a social security card, you need to provide it.

Your information and contact information

• Name and birth date
• Social security number (for applicants who have them)
• Immigration document numbers (for applicants who have them)
• Address where you live and/or get mail

Income for you and your household

• Employer and income information for everyone in the household
• Income from self employment or business
• Information about other income such as Social Security Administration or Supplemental Security Income, child support, or pension
• Other forms of unearned income such as gifts or loans from family and friends
• Information about how you’ll file your taxes (if you file them)

Other health coverage information

• Information and policy numbers for other health insurance you may have including Medicare
• Medicaid information from another state

Get help applying for Health First Colorado

• Contact your county department of human services
• Find a local application assistance site
• Call 1-800-221-3943 and select “apply”