Colorado Medicaid policy covers transgender-related health care.
Regulations:
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10 CCR 2505-10 8.700
Text:
Health First Colorado clients with a clinical diagnosis of gender dysphoria are eligible for benefits under § 8.735 for services that are medically necessary.
Guidance and Announcements:
Handbooks and Provider Manuals:
- Provider Manual: Health First Colorado Transgender Services Benefit
Notes:
While Colorado Medicaid regulations require an individual to be 18 to undergo surgery, there is no lawful basis to restrict medically necessary care on the basis of age. If you have been denied care under Colorado Medicaid, please contact us.
Updated on Jun 10, 2020