The Colorado Indigent Care Program (CICP) will officially end on July 1, 2025. This change is part of a new state law named House Bill 24-1399 that aims to modernize how low-income residents receive discounted health care services. As the State of Colorado transitions to a new system, we want to ensure all patients continue receiving the care and support they need.
What’s Changing?
CICP will be replaced by a new system called Hospital Discounted Care. Under the new law:
- CICP ends on July 1, 2025.
- Hospital Discounted Care will provide eligible patients with affordable services, regardless of insurance status, for care at facilities licensed as hospitals. CU Medicine clinics are not licensed as hospital facilities.
What Patients Should Do Now
Here are steps to take if you are currently receiving CICP and need assistance:
1. Review Your Health Coverage Options
You may be eligible for:
- Health First Colorado (Medicaid): Free or low-cost coverage for qualifying individuals and families. Visit the Health First Colorado website.
- Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+): Health insurance for pregnant individuals and children under 19. Visit the Child Health Plan Plus website.
- Connect for Health Colorado: The state’s health insurance marketplace, which offers plans with financial assistance. Visit the Connect for Health Colorado website.
You can check eligibility and apply for State of Colorado benefit programs by visiting colorado.gov/PEAK.
2. Get Help with Your Application
Certified application assistance is available:
- Call 1-800-221-3943 for toll-free help.
- Visit Colorado.gov/HCPF to find enrollment resources and local help.
Supporting Our Patients Through the Transition
CU Medicine is here to help our patients navigate the changing health care landscape. Visit our patient resources page and accepted insurance page.
