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BC+

BadgerCare Plus

Wisconsin’s largest Medicaid program for people ages 0-64. Income limits apply, no asset limit.  

a.k.a. "BadgerCare"


BCBS

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, also known as BCBS, BCBSA, or The Blues, is a United States–based federation with 33 independent and locally operated BCBSA companies that provide health insurance.


BCPP

BadgerCare Plus Prenatal

Sub-program of Badger Care Plus. Provides coverage for pregnant people who have been denied BadgerCare Plus due to immigration status or citizenship or who are currently incarcerated.


BCR

Birth Cost Recovery

Birth Tax, or BCR, is a practice allowed but not required under title IV-D of the federal Social Security Act that allows states to pursue the recovery of Medicaid supported birthing costs from non-custodial fathers.


Bt3

Birth to Three

An early intervention special education program. It helps children under the age of 3 who have delays or disabilities. “Early intervention” is the term used for the services and supports for babies and young children and their families.