The state on Wednesday received permission to enact several changes to BadgerCare coverage for poor adults who don’t have dependent children, such as limiting eligibility to four years unless people work, train for a job or participate in certain other activities.
Wisconsin can now also charge monthly premiums of up to $8, along with $8 co-payments for emergency room visits for problems that aren’t considered emergencies. Members can reduce their premiums through “healthy behaviors,” such as not smoking or maintaining a healthy weight.