Medicaid-Approved ABA Therapy for Children Across Colorado
Yes, we accept Colorado Medicaid. Yes, you can get started right away.
Achieving Stars provides in-home ABA therapy for children with autism, covered by Health First Colorado when it is medically necessary. Families can begin the intake and assessment process right away, with no waitlist.
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If you're searching for qualified ABA therapy that works with Medicaid, you're in the right place. We provide home-based therapy across Colorado, and we work directly with your insurance to get services approved quickly and correctly.
Seamless Medicaid Process, Personalized Care
- Free 10-minute consultation — we verify your Medicaid benefits
- We handle all paperwork — prior authorizations, appeals, and billing
- In-home BCBA assessment — scheduled based on your availability
- Therapy begins once Health First Colorado approves the plan
Call (833) 666-3115 to verify your Medicaid coverage
Why Colorado Families Choose Achieving Stars
Here is what families get with Achieving Stars.
Achieving Stars:
- Intake begins right away
- We manage every step of the Medicaid process
- Clear communication and fast action
- Licensed RBTs and BCBA-led teams
Real Results That Matter to Your Family
We know you're here because your child is struggling. Maybe it's daily meltdowns that leave everyone exhausted. Maybe it's watching them fall behind on milestones while other kids their age are thriving.
Fewer meltdowns, more calm moments
Children learn emotional regulation skills and coping strategies that reduce outbursts and create peace at home.
Communication breakthroughs
Whether it's first words, clearer speech, or learning to express needs appropriately, we help children find their voice.
Independence milestones
From potty training to getting dressed, we break down life skills into achievable steps your child can master.
Better family relationships
When challenging behaviors decrease, families rediscover joy in everyday moments together.
School readiness
We prepare children for classroom success with social skills, following directions, and appropriate classroom behaviors.
Where We Provide ABA Therapy in Colorado
We offer in-home services across a wide range of Colorado communities:
Denver Metro Area
Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, Westminster, Thornton
Colorado Springs Region
Colorado Springs, Monument, Fountain
Northern Colorado
Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley
South Metro
Littleton, Castle Rock, Parker, Highlands Ranch
Your Medicaid Coverage Made Simple
We accept Colorado Medicaid:
Approval requests go to the state's review vendor, as the steps below show. We handle that paperwork and communication on your behalf.
What Medicaid Covers:
- One-on-one in-home ABA sessions
- Comprehensive BCBA evaluations and treatment planning
- Functional behavior assessments and skill assessments
- Behavior intervention plans
- Ongoing supervision and plan updates
- Family training and parent coaching
- Social, emotional, and self-help skill building
The state says children under the age of 19 do not have co-pays. We bill Medicaid directly and handle everything.
Meet Your Colorado-Based ABA Team
Meet the full care team on our about page.
How Health First Colorado Approves ABA Therapy
Health First Colorado is the state's Medicaid program. These steps come from the state's own Pediatric Behavioral Therapies page, read on October 8, 2026.
| Step | What the state says |
|---|---|
| 1. Who can get it | "Behavioral therapy is available to all children currently eligible for Health First Colorado when the service is medically necessary." |
| 2. Assessment and plan | "The contracted Medicaid provider will assess your child, put together a treatment plan, and submit a Prior Authorization Request (PAR) to the Department's Utilization Management (UM) vendor to review for medical necessity." |
| 3. Approval before therapy | "All behavioral therapies will need to be authorized prior to the start of treatment." |
| 4. Who decides | "The PAR will be reviewed by licensed clinical reviewers who will assess your behavioral health needs." |
| 5. If the answer is no | "You have the right to appeal and ask for a hearing if you do not agree with the PAR decision." |
One thing many parents do not know: the state page answers "Does my child have to have a diagnosis of Autism to qualify for the services?" with a plain "No." Achieving Stars Therapy works with children who have an autism diagnosis, so that is who this page is for.
Source: Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing, Pediatric Behavioral Therapies. Rules change, so confirm with Health First Colorado.
Quick Answers for Colorado Medicaid Families
We're always here to answer any questions!
If your child is under 21 and has an autism diagnosis, ABA is a covered benefit through Health First Colorado or Colorado Access.
Yes — including prior authorizations, appeals, and re-evaluations. You won't have to navigate anything alone.
We handle appeals at no cost. The state says you have the right to appeal and ask for a hearing if you do not agree with the decision.
The intake process starts right away. Health First Colorado has to approve the treatment plan before therapy begins, so Medicaid families wait longer than families with private insurance.
Most likely, yes. We cover major cities and surrounding areas. Call now to confirm your zip code.
Start ABA Therapy — Without the Waitlists
Your child deserves to thrive. Your family deserves peace. Colorado Medicaid makes quality ABA therapy possible, and we make it simple.
