The following articles, videos, publications and links provide information about health care in Colorado. These resources are intended to educate and empower Coloradans regarding health access issues in our state. You can narrow the list by selecting the topic that interests you or use the search feature to look up keywords.
Blog
How the Affordable Care Act Helps People with Pre-Existing Conditions
Getting Information on the Cost of Health Care Procedures and Services
No kidding: Affordable Care Act improving health care for Colorado’s kids
Quick Links
New health care laws present an opportunity for Colorado to deliver better value for each health care dollar, to create a culture of health with a focus on healthy living and wellness, and to expand access to affordable care.
Affordability is the primary reason that uninsured Coloradans did not buy health insurance.
Links to other websites that provide comprehensive information for people looking for health care services.
Videos
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Should Every Child Have Health Insurance?
Should Every Child Have Health Insurance?
Colorado has made great progress in getting more children covered by health insurance, with 40,000 kids gaining coverage between 2008 and 2010. Still, the Colorado Health Access Survey tells us that nearly one in 10 children do not have health insurance.Colorado has made great progress in getting more children covered by health insurance, with 40,000 kids gaining coverage between 2008 and 2010. Still, the Colorado Health Access Survey tells us that nearly one in 10 children do not have health insurance.Topics:Children's Health Care -
Do You Feel Like You Have A Say In Your Health Care?
Do You Feel Like You Have A Say In Your Health Care?
Quality health care can mean different things to people - seeing the doctor right away, having the doctor spend more than a few minutes with them, or that their doctor is knowledgeable and provides safe care. What does quality mean to you?Quality health care can mean different things to people - seeing the doctor right away, having the doctor spend more than a few minutes with them, or that their doctor is knowledgeable and provides safe care. What does quality mean to you?Topics:Quality of Health Care -
Have You Ever Had To Choose Between Health Care and Other Needs?
Have You Ever Had To Choose Between Health Care and Other Needs?
Many Coloradans say they cannot afford health care. The rising costs of premiums, co-pays, deductibles and prescriptions are a growing burden on families and businesses in Colorado. What does affordable mean to you?Many Coloradans say they cannot afford health care. The rising costs of premiums, co-pays, deductibles and prescriptions are a growing burden on families and businesses in Colorado. What does affordable mean to you?Topics:Cost of Health Care -
Does Medicare Cover All Your Needs?
Does Medicare Cover All Your Needs?
Nearly one in three Coloradans is either uninsured or underinsured, according to the Colorado Health Access Survey. Do you know someone who is uninsured? Do you think everyone should be able to get the coverage they need to stay healthy?Nearly one in three Coloradans is either uninsured or underinsured, according to the Colorado Health Access Survey. Do you know someone who is uninsured? Do you think everyone should be able to get the coverage they need to stay healthy?Topics:Health Care Coverage -
What Coloradans' Are Saying
What Coloradans' Are Saying
Do you think health care in Colorado is working? We asked real Coloradans to share their opinions on health care. This is what we heard. We want you to share your opinion throughout this site.Do you think health care in Colorado is working? We asked real Coloradans to share their opinions on health care. This is what we heard. We want you to share your opinion throughout this site.
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