For 2024 health insurance plans, Colorado open enrollment runs from November 1, 2023 through January 15, 2024. If you enroll by December 15, your coverage will begin on January 1, 2024.
Once the open enrollment period has ended, you may still be able to purchase health insurance for this year if you qualify for a special enrollment period. For example, if you’ve recently lost your job or significant income, you might qualify for a 60-day special enrollment period that will allow you to sign up for a new health insurance plan. (See What Happens If I Miss the Enrollment Deadline?)
To get covered, you can go directly to the online health insurance marketplace for Colorado. If you need personalized help, you can reach out to an enrollment assistant. Most enrollment helpers are working remotely during the COVID crisis.
Where's the Colorado Health Care Exchange?
You can find the health insurance exchange for Colorado at Connect for Health Colorado. This is where you can learn about the various health insurance options available to you under Obamacare. If you see a plan you like, you'll be guided through the enrollment process online.
Getting Personalized Help with Enrollment
In Colorado, if you need help understanding your options for coverage under Obamacare or signing up for a plan, you can get free assistance from a certified enrollment assistant or from a health insurance agent or broker.
An enrollment assistant can explain your options, answer your questions, and help you apply for your chosen plan, but they can't recommend a specific one for you.
To find an enrollment assistant in Colorado, visit the We Can Help page at Connect for Health Colorado. You can then search for a certified helper in your area.
Private insurance agents or brokers can also help you understand your health care coverage options under Obamacare. Unlike government-trained assistants, they are allowed to suggest the best plan for you.
To directly connect with a Colorado insurance broker who can help you evaluate insurance plans and choose a plan that's appropriate for your situation, call 800-943-6832. (We receive advertising income from the licensed brokers who offer their services through this telephone number.)
Getting Help Online or by Phone
If you want to get answers online or over the phone, Connect for Health Colorado offers the following options:
Online chat. To chat with a support representative, click here.
Telephone support. The toll-free number for Connect for Health Colorado is 855-752-6749. If you are hearing impaired, please call the TTY line: 855-346-3432.
Help for Small Businesses
If you run a business with 50 or fewer employees, you can get help from the Colorado SHOP (Small Business Health Care Options Program).
Connect on Social Media
You can find Connect for Health Colorado on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube.