Health First Colorado COVID-19 At-Home Testing Frequently Asked Questions

Do Health First Colorado and Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) cover at-home tests?

Yes, Health First Colorado and CHP+ will pay for at-home tests when provided from a Health First Colorado-enrolled pharmacy. Health First Colorado and CHP+ will reimburse the pharmacy and there is no out of pocket cost to the member.

Health First Colorado and CHP+ will not provide free tests through online retailers like Amazon. You cannot be reimbursed for at-home tests you may have already purchased.

How do I get a free at-home test?

Health First Colorado will pay for up to 15 tests per member each month when provided from a Health First Colorado-enrolled pharmacy

  • Tests often come in a kit that includes two tests, so members can get up to seven kits (14 tests) each month.

CHP+ will pay for up to eight tests per member each month when provided from a CHP+-enrolled pharmacy. Members should call the number on the back of their CHP+ card if they need help finding a CHP+ pharmacy.

If my pharmacy has a delivery service, can I have tests delivered to my home?

Check with your pharmacy to see if they charge extra for delivery. Health First Colorado will cover the costs of the test, but may not pay the pharmacy for delivery.

How many at-home tests will I be allowed for me or my household?

Health First Colorado will pay for 15 tests for each enrolled member every month. Tests often come in a kit that includes two tests, so members can get up to seven kits (14 tests) each month.

  • Due to limited supply, members should not expect they can pick up a full month’s supply of tests for their whole family in one visit
  • Pharmacies are allowed to set their own limits on how many tests they will provide at one time 

CHP+ will pay for eight tests for each enrolled month every month.

  • Call the number on the back of your CHP+ card if you need help finding a pharmacy.
  • Due to limited supply, members should not expect they can pick up a full month’s supply of tests for their whole family in one visit
  • Pharmacies are allowed to set their own limits on how many tests they will provide at one time

Will Health First Colorado/CHP+ reimburse me for an at home test I have already purchased out of pocket?

No. Under federal rules, we can only issue payments to enrolled pharmacies who are qualified to supply members with an at-home test.