Colorado Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licensing
Licensing requirements for Colorado healthcare and pharmaceutical companies and individuals.
This page provides an overview of healthcare and pharmaceutical industry licensing in Colorado for individuals and businesses. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
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Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
| Due: | Annually |
Colorado Hospital Satellite Pharmacy Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $190 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Colorado In-State Manufacturer of Prescription Drugs Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $450 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $432 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Colorado In-State Wholesaler of Prescription Drugs Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $450 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $432 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Colorado Limited License Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $70 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Colorado Medicaid Provider Enrollment - Facility
| Agency: | Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $599 |
| Turnaround: | 10 business days |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $599 |
| Due: | Every 3 or 5 years depending on the type of services provided. |
Colorado Medicaid Provider Enrollment - Group
| Agency: | Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $599 |
| Notes: | Providers who have already paid the Medicare Enrollment application fee or the Medicaid Enrollment fee for another state may be exempt from paying the application fee. |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $599 |
| Due: | Every 3 or 5 years depending on the type of services provided. |
Colorado Nonresident Prescription Drug Outlet Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $450 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $432 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Colorado Other Outlet Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $190 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Colorado Out-of-State Wholesaler/Distributor of Prescription Drugs and/or Controlled Substances Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $450 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $432 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Colorado Prescription Drug Outlet Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $450 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $432 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Colorado Specialized Prescription Drug Outlet Registration
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $190 |
| Due: | By October 31 of even-numbered years. |
Individual Licenses
Colorado Individual Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licenses
Colorado Medicaid Provider Enrollment - Individual within Group
| Agency: | Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Every 3 or 5 years depending on the type of services provided. |
Colorado Pharmacist License
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $234 |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Renewal fees are determined each renewal period. |
| Due: | October 31st of odd-numbered years. |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
Colorado Pharmacy Intern License
| Agency: | Colorado State Board of Pharmacy |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $80 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $80 |
| Due: | By October 31 of odd-numbered years. |
Colorado Pharmacy Technician Registration
Not required
Pharmacy Technician licensure is not required on the State level in Colorado.
Learn about healthcare and pharmaceutical licensing in other states:
Controlled Substance Registration - In addition to a pharmacy license, controlled substance registration registration is required in many states for pharmacies that distribute controlled substances.
NABP (National Association of Boards of Pharmacy) - Host a variety of programs and resources relating to pharmacist and pharmacy licensure and examination.
Pharmacist in Charge - A licensed pharmacist designated by a pharmacy to act as the party responsible for compliance with regulations.
VPP (Verified Pharmacy Program) - A program run by NABP that allows state boards to share information and more easily register out-of-state pharmacies.
