Best Healthcare in Wisconsin — 17 resources

About Healthcare for Women

Healthcare for uninsured women is accessible through Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Title X family planning clinics, Planned Parenthood, free clinics, and Medicaid. FQHCs charge on a sliding scale and provide primary care, prenatal care, dental, and behavioral health — locate via the HRSA health center finder. Title X clinics offer free or low-cost contraception, STI testing, and cervical/breast screenings regardless of insurance. The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) provides free screenings to low-income, uninsured women. Medicaid covers pregnancy in all 50 states up to at least 138% FPL. This directory includes FQHCs, Title X clinics, free clinics, and state Medicaid offices.

Healthcare in Wisconsin

Wisconsin circuit courts hear family matters in each of its 72 counties, with Family Court Counseling services providing mediation and custody studies. The Bureau of Child Support operates under DCF. Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha are the largest cities. Legal Action of Wisconsin, Judicare, the Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee, and End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin serve women.

17 Resources

1. Wisconsin Medicaid (BadgerCare Plus) — Free

Free or low-cost health insurance for qualifying low-income women and families in Madison. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm.

800-362-3002 · 1 W Wilson St, Madison, WI 53703 · Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm · Visit Website

2. HealthCare.gov — Wisconsin Marketplace — Free

Health insurance marketplace for women who don't qualify for Medicaid in Wisconsin. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Available online 24/7.

800-318-2596 · Online Application · Online 24/7 · Visit Website

3. Wisconsin Well Woman Program — Free

Free breast and cervical cancer screenings for uninsured and underinsured women across Wisconsin. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

608-266-8923 · Statewide Locations · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin

Reproductive healthcare, contraception, STI testing, and wellness services for women in Wisconsin. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Varies by location.

800-230-7526 · Multiple WI locations · Varies by location · Visit Website

5. Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers

Federally qualified health center serving Milwaukee's south side with affordable care for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

414-672-1353 · 1337 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

6. Access Community Health Centers — Madison

Affordable primary care and women's health for uninsured and underinsured women in Madison. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

608-443-5500 · 2202 S Park St Suite 100, Madison, WI 53713 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Milwaukee Health Department — Women's Health — Free

Public health programs and women's health services for Milwaukee residents. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

414-286-3616 · 841 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

8. HealthCare.gov — Free

Federal Health Insurance Marketplace — apply for coverage, see plans, and check if you qualify for Medicaid for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at healthcare.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. Medicaid.gov — Free

Federal Medicaid program information and state-by-state eligibility and enrollment for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online

10. HRSA — Find a Health Center — Free

Federal directory of community health centers offering sliding-scale primary care nationwide for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. Planned Parenthood — Free

Reproductive and sexual health care including birth control, STI testing, cancer screening, and prenatal care for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at plannedparenthood.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Office on Women's Health (OWH) — Free

HHS office providing women's health information, helpline 1-800-994-9662, and resources. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at womenshealth.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. CDC Women's Health — Free

Centers for Disease Control resources on women's health topics from cancer prevention to maternal health. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at cdc.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. Susan G. Komen — Free

Breast cancer support, screening referrals, and financial assistance. 1-877 GO KOMEN helpline for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at komen.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. American Cancer Society — Free

Free cancer information, patient support, transportation, and lodging programs. 1-800-227-2345 for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at cancer.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

16. March of Dimes — Free

Improving maternal and infant health. Resources for pregnancy, birth defects, and NICU support for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at marchofdimes.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

17. National Black Women's Health Imperative — Free

Advancing the health and wellness of Black women and girls through research, advocacy, and education. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at bwhi.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many healthcare resources are in Wisconsin?
Women's Corner tracks 17 healthcare resources for women in Wisconsin.
Are healthcare resources in Wisconsin free?
14 of the 17 listed healthcare resources in Wisconsin are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Wisconsin have healthcare resources?
Listings span cities including Madison, Milwaukee.
What are some examples of healthcare resources in Wisconsin?
Featured entries include Wisconsin Medicaid (BadgerCare Plus), HealthCare.gov — Wisconsin Marketplace, Wisconsin Well Woman Program, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
7 of 17 Wisconsin healthcare listings include phone numbers.
What if I don't have insurance?
Apply for Medicaid at Healthcare.gov or your state Medicaid office — pregnant women, parents, and low-income adults qualify in expansion states. While waiting, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) charge sliding-scale based on income for full primary, dental, mental health, and women's health care. Find one at FindAHealthCenter.hrsa.gov.
Where do I get free women's health care?
Planned Parenthood and FQHCs provide free or sliding-scale Pap smears, mammogram referrals, birth control, STI testing, and prenatal care. The CDC's National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program funds free screenings in every state — call 1-800-CDC-INFO. Title X clinics offer confidential family planning regardless of income or insurance.
What if I'm pregnant and uninsured?
Apply for pregnancy Medicaid immediately at your state Medicaid office or Healthcare.gov — pregnant women have higher income limits than regular Medicaid (up to 200% FPL in most states) and coverage starts retroactively. WIC enrollment also opens additional referrals. Most states have extended postpartum Medicaid coverage to 12 months after birth.
Can I get free birth control?
Yes. Most insurance (including Medicaid) covers all FDA-approved birth control at $0 under the ACA. Without insurance, Title X clinics and Planned Parenthood provide free or sliding-scale contraception including IUDs, implants, pills, and emergency contraception. Bedsider.org's clinic finder shows free/low-cost options near you.