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RESOURCES
Chronic Care Policy Alliance
The Chronic Care Policy Alliance (CCPA) is a network of state and regional advocacy organizations advancing public policy that improves the lives of those living with chronic conditions and diseases.
Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is the state's umbrella regulatory agency, charged with managing licensing and registration for multiple professions and businesses, implementing balanced regulation for Colorado industries, and protecting consumers.
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
Healthcare.gov Website
How to Prepare for a Doctor’s Appointment
National Institutes of Health Website
Know your rights for Copay Accumulator Adjustment Programs (CAAP) in Colorado
Chronic Care Collaborative Website
MD, DO, PA, NP and More: Understanding the Differences
My Patient Rights
The California Chronic Care Coalition (CCCC) launched this website in California and expanded it nationwide to help people who have been denied treatment or medicines, experienced delays or are dissatisfied with the decisions made by their health plan.
Physical Therapy
Cleveland Clinic Website
What is a Primary Care Provider?
Healthcare.gov Website
Why Independent Pharmacies Remain a Pillar for Access, Community Health
Pharmacy Times Article
Chronic Pain
Cleveland Clinic Website
Colorado Division of Insurance
The Colorado Division of Insurance (DOI) regulates the insurance industry in Colorado. We help consumers by answering their questions, investigating their complaints, and helping them to understand their insurance. We regulate and monitor the insurance companies in Colorado, as well as insurance agents, making sure everyone is following the law.
In-Network Coinsurance
Healthcare.gov Website
Lupus Colorado
Lupus Colorado's mission is to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus and to promote efforts for the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and cure of lupus. Lupus Colorado was established in 1972 for the purpose of providing support, education and training to everyone that is affected by lupus.
Out-of-Pocket Maximums
Healthcare.gov Website
Self-Advocacy for the LGBTQ+ Patient
Superbills and Therapy
GoodRx Website
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew about Using a Patient Portal
American Medical Association Article
When Can You Get Health Insurance?
Healthcare.gov Website
Chronic Care Collaborative
The Chronic Care Collaborative advocates for the over 60% of Coloradans living with a chronic disease. The CCC focuses on helping Coloradans living with chronic disease tell their stories.
Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing Prescription Drug Discount Resources
Don’t Be Shy: 4 Tips for Talking to Your Doctor
Johns Hopkins Medicine Website
Out-of-Network Therapists
Zocdoc Website
What is Occupational Therapy?
American Occupational Therapy Association Website
Who Does What in a Medical Office: Basic Position Descriptions
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