Colorado is reforming its behavioral health system. This transformation is vital to make sure every Coloradan can access the behavioral health care they need when they need it. The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing is working with other state agencies to develop a comprehensive behavioral health safety net. A stronger system of care will help people with severe behavioral health disorders, including individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. This page was created to keep behavioral health providers, advocates, and partners up-to-date on the reform efforts.
Upcoming Meetings
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Topic: SB23-174 Policy Coverage Stakeholder Meeting
When: November 17, 2023 12:30 PM Mountain Time
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The Colorado Legislature passed Senate Bill (SB) 23-174 in 2023, which requires the Department to provide access to a limited set of behavioral health services to members under the age of 21 without a covered diagnosis. The services will include an array of outpatient psychotherapy services. The policy will go into effect July 1, 2024. The legislation requires that the Department seek stakeholder input regarding the scope of services that should be covered under this policy as well as key information that should be included in the annual report to the legislature. The SB 23-174: Coverage Policy web page was created with reference materials for this policy. -
Topic: Psychological Testing Billing Changes
When: November 17, 2023 01:30 PM Mountain Time
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The Department of Health Care Policy and Financing is inviting Psychologists to participate in a forum regarding the upcoming changes to billing for Neuro/Psychological Testing to take effect January 1, 2024. We will also address any questions regarding billing psychotherapy services for Autism Spectrum Disorder to the RAEs effective January 1, 2024. -
Topic: SB23-1200 Stakeholder Meeting
When: November 17, 2023 03:00 PM Mountain Time
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The Department of Health Care Policy and Financing is inviting interested stakeholders to participate in a forum regarding the implementation of SB23-1200. In addition to reviewing Contract language for implementation on January 1, 2024, we are soliciting feedback on how quickly the RAEs and Denver Health must complete single case agreements.
Current Projects
- Integrated Care
- Mobile Crisis Response
- Peer Services
- Safety Net Provider
- Secure Transport
- Crisis Services
Legislative Requirements and Reports
- HB22-1268 Behavioral Health Provider Rate Comparison Report - August 2022
- HB22-1278: Behavioral Health Administration Bill
- Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Parity Report - June 2022
- SB19-222: Individuals at Risk of Institutionalization (Behavioral Health Safety Net)
- SB19-222: Implementation Plan
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Planning Grant Application Materials
- Colorado CCBHC Planning Grant 2023
- CO CCBHC Planning Grant Budget Narrative
- Colorado’s 2023 CCBHC Planning Grant Project Abstract
- Attachment 2: Standard Data Collection Instruments/Interview Protocols
Recent Webinars
Updates/News
- Attestation for Supervision of Unlicensed and/or Pre-licensed Practitioners
- Colorado Medicaid Standards for Unlicensed Practitioners Policy
- Frequently Asked Questions Document
- Medicaid Directed Payment Fee Schedule
Tools and Resources
Stay Informed
Ask a question or make a suggestion. Email hcpf_bhreform@state.co.us.