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The transition to new speech-language pathology CPT codes in 2027 could significantly impact Medicaid reimbursement across Colorado. Your voice matters. Beginning January 1, 2027, CPT code 92507 will be replaced by 10 new timed treatment codes. As Colorado Medicaid prepares to implement these changes and establish reimbursement rates, it is critical that the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) understands how reimbursement decisions will affect providers and the patients they serve.
Fair, sustainable reimbursement is essential to maintaining access to speech-language pathology services throughout Colorado. Insufficient reimbursement may force private practices, clinics and any other providers to reduce their Medicaid caseloads, limit new Medicaid patients or discontinue participation altogether. This would create additional barriers to medically necessary services. CSHA is encouraging speech-language pathologists (SLPs) throughout Colorado to contact HCPF and share their concerns about reimbursement for the new CPT codes.
Take Action – How You Can Help
Whether you work in an outpatient clinic, hospital, school, home-health setting or another clinical environment, your perspective and voice are invaluable during this pivotal time. Our message is simple: Medicaid reimbursement must support the continued availability of high-quality, medically necessary speech-language pathology services in Colorado.
Governor Polis’ proposed FY 2027–28 budget includes eliminating Medicaid home-health speech, occupational and physical therapy services for adults ages 21 and older, effective July 1, 2027. These services help vulnerable Coloradans manage swallowing and communication disorders, recover from illness or injury, maintain independence and remain safely in their homes. Eliminating coverage will leave patients without accessible alternatives and increase hospitalizations, institutional care and long-term Medicaid costs.
Take Action: Protect Access to the Care That Helps Coloradans Remain Safe, Healthy and Independent in Their Communities
Contact members of Colorado’s Joint Budget Committee, Senate and House Health and Human Services Committees and share your concerns about the proposed elimination of adult home-health therapy services. Use the (3) links below, complete each form and personalize with your clinical experience. Please encourage your colleagues to participate.