Health Insurance

Health Insurance Information

We strive to provide high-quality, low cost health and counseling services to keep our students in good health. Insurance is not required to receive care.

Insurance Billing at UHCS

• There is no cost for counseling services, wellness programs, or healthcare provider visit.
• Fees apply for lab tests, medications, some procedures, and physicals (available at a reasonable cost).
• Off-campus referrals (e.g. x-ray, ER visits, hospitalization) be charged by external providers.
• Fees are chared to the student bill: UHCS does not bill insurance but provides receipts for reimbursement upon request. 
• Visit our “Fees” page for more details.

Health Insurance Available for Students

• Domestic Students: No Universities of Wisconsin plan is available; stucents without insurance are encouraged to purchase a plan via Health Insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov).
• International Students: Universities of Wisconsin sponsored plan is required: International Students Insurance

Affordable Care Act and Coverage Options

• Marketplace Open Enrollment: November 1 - January 31 (exemptions for qualifying life events). 
• Consider coverage needs, including out-of-area benefits, deductibles and coinsurance costs before selecting a plan. 
• Visit Healthcare.gov for plan options, tax credit eligibility and enrollment details. 

For more information contact UHCS at 262-472-1300.