Question 1

Are breast pumps covered?

Jan Cartwright · Accepted Answer

Previously, Health First Colorado only covered breast pumps under specific circumstances related to infant hospitalization of at least 54 days. This limited coverage policy ended on June 7, 2022.

Pregnant members may receive a pump as early as the 28th week of pregnancy.
Postpartum members may receive a pump at any time.
Breast pumps must be prescribed by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.
Breast pumps must be provided by an approved supplier, which are often pharmacies.
Both manual and electric breast pumps are covered.

If you do not qualify for a breast pump through Health First Colorado, you may be able to receive a breast pump from Colorado's Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC).

Question 2

Are breast pumps covered?

Jan Cartwright · Accepted Answer

Previously, Health First Colorado only covered breast pumps under specific circumstances related to infant hospitalization of at least 54 days. This limited coverage policy ended on June 7, 2022.

Pregnant members may receive a pump as early as the 28th week of pregnancy.
Postpartum members may receive a pump at any time.
Breast pumps must be prescribed by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.
Breast pumps must be provided by an approved supplier, which are often pharmacies.
Both manual and electric breast pumps are covered.

If you do not qualify for a breast pump through Health First Colorado, you may be able to receive a breast pump from Colorado's Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC).