Discontinued Requirements for BadgerCare Plus Childless Adults
Discontinued Requirements for BadgerCare Plus Childless Adults
This operations memo announces the discontinuation of certain policy requirements for childless adults enrolled in BadgerCare Plus.
Invasive Cronobacter Infection Among Infants is Now a Reportable Condition in Wisconsin
Invasive Cronobacter Infection Among Infants is Now a Reportable Condition in Wisconsin
Starting May 1, 2024, all cases of invasive Cronobacter infections among Wisconsin infants (less than 12 months old) are reportable to DHS. This change will bring Cronobacter reportability in alignment with its status as a nationally notifiable disease.
Reinstatement of and Changes to BadgerCare Plus Premiums for Children
Reinstatement of and Changes to BadgerCare Plus Premiums for Children
This memo announces the reinstatement of and changes to premiums for BadgerCare Plus children. Premiums were temporarily suspended during the federal public health emergency (PHE) related to COVID-19. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is making changes to premiums based on guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued in 2023.