How to apply for Medicaid Purchase Plan (MAPP) — Medicaid for Working People with Disabilities (Wisconsin)

Who it's for

The Medicaid Purchase Plan (MAPP) gives full Wisconsin Medicaid coverage to adults with disabilities who work or want to work. It lets you earn more and keep more savings than other Medicaid programs for people with disabilities. You must be 18 or older, be found disabled by the state Disability Determination Bureau, have family income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level for your family size, and have $15,000 or less in countable assets (your home, one car and ABLE accounts do not count). You must do some paid or in-kind work at least once a month, or join a job-search counseling program. If your own monthly income is above the poverty level, you pay a monthly premium. Once enrolled, you can save your earnings in an Independence Account that does not count toward the asset limit. Apply online at ACCESS, by mail, or through your local agency. Call Member Services at 1-800-362-3002 with questions.

What you'll need

• Wisconsin Medicaid for the Elderly, Blind, or Disabled application (online in ACCESS or form F-10101)
• Proof of disability, or information for a Disability Determination Bureau review
• Proof of income and assets
• Proof of work activity (pay stubs or self-employment records), or enrollment in the Health and Employment Counseling (HEC) program
• Wisconsin residency and U.S. citizen or qualifying immigrant documentation

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Medicaid Purchase Plan (MAPP) — Medicaid for Working People with Disabilities (Wisconsin). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need wisconsin Medicaid for the Elderly, Blind, or Disabled application (online in ACCESS or form F-10101), proof of disability, or information for a Disability Determination Bureau review, proof of income and assets — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual

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