The following is a list of resources that can provide information to help with your insurance needs.
State of Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
Can assist in resolving insurance concerns. Many helpful publications. You
may want to view the following publications which are available on the website under "Consumer Publications":
 "Medicare Supplemental Insurance Approved Policies"
"Wisconsin Guide to Health Insurance for People with Medicare"
"Fact Sheet on Continuation and Conversion in Health Insurance Policies"
"The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act"
"Fact Sheet on the Independent Review Process in Wisconsin"
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800-236-8517 |
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HIRSP (Health Insurance Risk Sharing Plan)
Health insurance for Wisconsin residents who are unable to find adequate
health insurance due to their medical history.
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800-828-4777 |
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Badgercare
Health insurance for low income uninsured Wisconsin families that have children
under the age of 19 years living in the home. |
800-362-3002 |
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Medicaid
The Medicaid program is also known as Title 19, Medical Assistance, or
the Forward Card.
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800-362-3002 |
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Medicaid offers health insurance for people with limited income and assets
who meet the eligibility requirements. To be eligible you must be under
age 19, pregnant, age 65 or older, blind or disabled, or a relative caretaker
of a deprived child. If you apply for Medicaid and are denied because
you are over the income limit, ask about the deductible program.
* For a list of fact sheets including "Medicaid Deductible" go to the
Medicaid website, click on "Recipients" on the upper part of the screen.
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Medicare
Information about Medicare. Many Medicare publications are available on
the website. |
800-633-4227 |
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Medigap Helpline
Counselors assist with questions about Medicare supplements, assignment,
open enrollment, long-term care insurance and more. |
800-242-1060 |
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National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
This organization has a helpful booklet, "What Cancer Survivors Need to
Know About Health Insurance", that may be ordered on the website. |
877-622-9737
301-650-9127 |
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COBRA
You and your dependents may be able to continue your group health insurance
from your employer even after you are no longer employed. |
866-444-3272
312-353-0900 |
