Number of End-Stage Renal Disease patients statewide: 7,429
This state offers Medigap insurance to dialysis patients under 65.
Medicare, a federal program, pays for dialysis for over 80% of dialysis treatments. However, many issues concerning dialysis patients are actually handled at the state level.
Colorado Dialysis Patient Resources
Patient Support and Financial Resources
National Kidney Foundation of Colorado, Montana and Wyoming
Provides patient emergency financial assistance grants to kidney patients living in Colorado, Montana or Wyoming.
1-800-263-4005
ESRD Network
#15 Intermountain End Stage Renal Disease Network
165 S. Union Blvd., Suite 466
Lakewood, CO 80228
1-800-783-8818
State-Run Programs
The Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing
Denver Metro Area 1-800-221-3943
Outside of the Denver Metro Area 1-800-221-3943
- Adult Programs: Health care services to eligible low-income residents of this state.
- Programs for Children: Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) is low-cost health insurance for Colorado’s uninsured children and pregnant women. CHP+ is public health insurance for children and pregnant women who earn too much to qualify for Medicaid, but cannot afford private health insurance.
- Additional Programs: If you have been denied health insurance due to a pre-existing medical condition, or have exhausted your COBRA benefits, we may be able to help. While CoverColorado is not a low income plan, this may be your best option if you are unable to obtain coverage elsewhere and can afford it. 1-888-770-1120.
Health Reform Status:
Exchange: Colorado will run its own state-based health insurance exchange.
Medicaid: The state will expand Medicaid eligibility.
