Colorado

Find a Patient Advocate in Colorado Covered by Medicare

Find a Patient Advocate in Colorado Covered by Medicare

Medicare-covered advocacy for Coloradans from the Front Range to the Western Slope.

Medicare-covered advocacy for Coloradans from the Front Range to the Western Slope.

Colorado's health system spans major medical centers along the Front Range and smaller hospitals across mountain, plains, and rural communities. An Aviator advocate helps organize appointments, benefits, records, and follow-up so distance and fragmented care do not leave you managing everything alone.

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Navigate Colorado Medicare choices

Get help understanding Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Part D, Medigap, and cost-saving programs, with Colorado SHIP available for free and unbiased plan counseling.

Coordinate care across mountains and metros

Whether your specialists are in Denver, Colorado Springs, Grand Junction, or another regional hub, we help connect records, referrals, transportation planning, and next steps across long travel distances.

Find support to stay independent

We connect older adults and caregivers with Colorado's ADRC network, local Area Agencies on Aging, home and community services, and long-term care advocacy when needs extend beyond the clinic.

Local Resources

Colorado State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)

Free, unbiased Medicare counseling throughout Colorado

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SHIP Program

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Claims Help

Nursing Home Support

Complaint Resolution

Certified counselors help Coloradans compare Medicare coverage and understand benefits, costs, enrollment, and appeals.

Colorado SHIP provides confidential, one-on-one guidance on Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Part D, Medigap, and related assistance programs. Counselors do not sell insurance and can connect callers with a local program across the state.

How to qualify:

Available at no cost to Colorado Medicare beneficiaries, people approaching Medicare eligibility, family members, and caregivers.

Contact Information:

1-888-696-7213

Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado (ADRC)

A statewide entry point for long-term services and supports

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Information & Referral

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Claims Help

Nursing Home Support

Complaint Resolution

ADRC connects older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers with local support and options counseling.

Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado offers person-centered information about home care, caregiver support, transportation, benefits, and long-term service options. The statewide line routes callers to the appropriate local Area Agency on Aging or ADRC partner.

How to qualify:

Open to older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers, and families seeking information; individual programs may have age, income, or functional criteria.

Contact Information:

1-844-265-2372

Colorado State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Independent advocacy for residents of long-term care facilities

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Long-Term Care Ombudsman

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Claims Help

Nursing Home Support

Complaint Resolution

Ombudsmen help protect the rights and well-being of people in skilled nursing and licensed assisted living settings.

The program provides information, investigates concerns, and works with residents to resolve problems involving care, discharge, dignity, and resident rights. Services are confidential and guided by the resident's wishes.

How to qualify:

Residents of Colorado skilled nursing homes or licensed assisted living residences, their families, representatives, facility staff, and concerned community members may contact the program.

Contact Information:

303-862-3524