Starting January 1, 2027, adults ages 19 to 64 not enrolled in a long-term services and supports (LTSS) or buy-in program must comply with the work requirement when applying for or renewing their coverage. If this rule applies to you, Health First Colorado will send you a letter.
You can comply with work requirements by either completing 80 hours of approved activities, or earning at least $580 from paid work or a combination of these.
- First time applicants: In the calendar month before they submit their application, they will need to show that they
- earned at least $580, or
- spent at least 80 hours working, going to school, participating in a work program, volunteering, or a combination of these activities
- Current members who are renewing: In at least 1 calendar month since their last renewal deadline, they will need to show they
- earned at least $580 or
- spent at least 80 hours, going to school, participating in a work program, volunteering, or a combination of these activities
- They can contact their county or visit CO.gov/PEAK to find their last renewal deadline if they are not sure.