A Denver Therapist Who Accepts Health First Colorado/Medicaid Insurance Plans
I am an in-network provider with Health First Colorado/Medicaid, the state’s Medicaid program. Here’s what to know before we get started.
Health First Colorado/Medicaid Covers Mental Health Services. Here Are a few Things to Keep in Mind
Health First Colorado/Medicaid works differently than commercial insurance, so a few details are worth knowing upfront.
✔ Call the number on your card to confirm which region and Regional Accountable Entity (RAE) manages your behavioral health benefits.
✔ Confirm your Health First Colorado/Medicaid coverage is active and up to date.
✔ Confirm that covered sessions carry no copay, coinsurance, or deductible.
Other Ways to Pay For Your Services
If your Health First Colorado/Medicaid coverage lapses, you still have options.
If your Health First Colorado coverage lapses, your region changes, or you’d rather not go through insurance at all, you still have options.
- Records you can use if you have another insurance carrier
- Contact Medicaid to review your options
- A free 15-minute call with me to sort out what fits your situation
Check Your Health First Colorado/Medicaid Benefits Anytime
Log into the Colorado PEAK portal to review your Health First Colorado/Medicaid eligibility and coverage status before we meet.
Here’s What You Can Expect When You Use Health First Colorado/Medicaid
I have a dedicated billing partner who works directly with your Regional Accountable Entity to keep the process seamless from start to finish.
Some important points you must know:
I offer a limited number of Medicaid sessions per week, so call to confirm availability as soon as possible
Your behavioral health benefits are administered through your regional RAE, not billed the same way as commercial insurance.
It’s upto you to let me know if your coverage changes, so make sure to keep me in the loop.
I verify your eligibility before we begin, so there are no surprises once we start.
What You Can Expect
At 12:2 Counseling, availing Health First Colorado/Medicaid benefits shouldn’t be the hardest part of therapy.
You Will Know in Advance
I will review your coverage before we start.
Your Eligibility Gets Confirmed Before You Show Up
I check your Health First Colorado/Medicaid status ahead of time, so nothing gets held up on session day.
You’re Working With a Medicaid-approved Provider
Your RAE has confirmed my enrollment before agreeing to cover our sessions.
Meet Your Therapist
Hi, I am Kim. I enrolled with Health First Colorado/Medicaid because I don’t think a Medicaid card should mean fewer options for good therapy.
If you’re not sure whether your region or eligibility is current, that’s an easy thing to figure out on our free consultation call, before you commit to anything.
Questions People Usually Ask
Clear answers to common questions about Health First Colorado/Medicaid insurance for therapy in Denver.
Is Health First Colorado/Medicaid the same as Medicaid?
Yes. Health First Colorado/Medicaid is simply Colorado’s official name for its Medicaid program, same coverage, same card, same benefits.
Will I owe anything for a covered session?
No. Covered outpatient therapy sessions have no copay, coinsurance, or deductible for Health First Colorado/Medicaid members.
Do I need prior authorization to start therapy?
Not for your first several sessions. As of January 2026, prior authorization only applies once you pass 24 outpatient psychotherapy sessions in a state fiscal year.
What happens if my Health First Colorado/Medicaid eligibility lapses?
We’ll need to confirm your coverage is active before continuing. If it lapses, I can talk through sliding-scale or other options with you directly.
What if you’re not the right regional provider for my RAE?
We can still proceed with the treatment. As a Medicaid-approved provider, I’m still eligible to provide services. I’m just considered out-of-network in your region.
