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Wisconsin Medicaid Eligibility

Not Expanded

Program: BadgerCare Plus

$1,255/mo/mo
Individual income limit
$2,583/mo/mo
Family of 4 income limit
100% FPL
FPL threshold

Key Facts for Wisconsin

  • Wisconsin has not formally expanded Medicaid under the ACA
  • BadgerCare Plus covers adults up to 100% FPL (close to expansion)
  • Wisconsin declined federal expansion funding but covers similar population
  • Apply through ACCESS Wisconsin

What BadgerCare Plus Covers

Doctor visits
Hospital care
Prescription drugs
Mental health
Dental
Vision

Who Qualifies in Wisconsin?

Children
Most children under 19 qualify regardless of immigration status through CHIP or Medicaid.
Pregnant women
Pregnant women typically qualify at higher income limits than standard Medicaid in Wisconsin.
Low-income adults
Wisconsin has not expanded Medicaid. Non-disabled adults without children may not qualify.
Seniors & disabled
Adults 65+ and people with disabilities may qualify through SSI-related Medicaid programs.

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Apply directly in Wisconsin

You can also apply directly through the state portal — though our enrollment specialists can help you navigate the process for free.

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⚠ Not an Expansion State

Wisconsin has not expanded Medicaid. Eligibility is more restricted for adults.