A new federal law changes which groups of immigrants are eligible to receive Medicaid, beginning in October 2026.
Medicaid changes coming soon
New federal rules will affect some adults ages 19 to 64 and some immigrants who get Health First Colorado or Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+).
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Get answers to common questions about how recent federal legislation may affect Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid program) members.
Call the Free Nurse Advice Line
If you are not feeling well but are not sure if you need to go to the doctor, call the Nurse Advice Line at 1-800-283-3221. This free hotline is just for Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid program) members and you can call it 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. Help is available in both English and Spanish.