50-State Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licensing Compliance Guide
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Colorado Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Licensing

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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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Company Licenses

Colorado Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Company Licenses

Colorado Durable Medical Equipment Supplier License

Agency:Colorado Secretary of State - Business & Licensing Division - Durable Medical Equipment Program
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$350

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$350

Due:

Annually

Colorado Hospital Satellite Pharmacy Registration

Agency:Colorado State Board of Pharmacy

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$450

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$450

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$432

Due:

By October 31 of even-numbered years.

Colorado Limited License Registration

Agency:Colorado State Board of Pharmacy

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$599

Turnaround:

10 business days

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

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:

Online

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

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$450

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$432

Due:

By October 31 of even-numbered years.

Colorado Other Outlet Registration

Agency:Colorado State Board of Pharmacy

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$450

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$432

Due:

By October 31 of even-numbered years.

Colorado Prescription Drug Outlet Registration

Agency:Colorado State Board of Pharmacy

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$450

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$432

Due:

By October 31 of even-numbered years.

Colorado Specialized Prescription Drug Outlet Registration

Agency:Colorado State Board of Pharmacy

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$0

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$234

Original Ink:Not required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$80

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

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.