Behavioral Health Reform | Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing

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.

Kids' Corner

HCPF is creating a Transition Plan with specific policies, expectations, and workflows for RAEs, Providers, and County Child Welfare staff to utilize between April 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025 to ensure youth needing residential treatment, in a residential facility, or discharging from a residential facility will not be impacted by the transition to ACC Phase 3 on July 1, 2025.

Please review the slides being shared with Stakeholders for more information about this transition and the Transition Plan.

CW Residential Services Transition Slidedeck

HCPF would appreciate feedback from Stakeholders to ensure the Transition Plan is robust and sufficient to support members, families, and providers during this transition period.

Stakeholder Feedback Form

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