HealthConnect Premium Assistance Program, a program from the United Way of Dane County, is a way for lower-income individuals and families to pay for BadgerCare insurance through the Marketplace. The program pays the balance of eligible participants’ monthly health insurance premium not covered by the Premium Tax Credit available through the Marketplace. It is funded by donations from UW Health and Quartz. To be eligible, you must live in Dane County, be a U.S. Citizen or legal resident, enroll in a Marketplace health plan, and fall within the below income ranges:
- Family of 1: $12,760–$19,140 per year;Â
- Family of 2: $17,240–$25,860 per year;
- Family of 3: $21,720–$32,580 per year;
- Family of 4: $26,200–$39,300 per year; and
- Families of 5-plus: see webpage for more information.
