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Wisconsin • Physical/Mobility
People with Multiple Sclerosis in Wisconsin can get help with Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, and other benefits. Disability Benefit Specialists at local Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) offer free support for ages 18-59. Wisconsin also offers Medicaid waivers, ABLE accounts, and work incentives.
To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must have a disability that stops you from working for at least 12 months and have enough work credits. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI), your income and assets must be low. Both programs cover people with Multiple Sclerosis if the condition is severe enough to limit work. Medicaid eligibility depends on income and assets, and Wisconsin uses Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) rules for most adults. Medicare is available if you get SSDI for 24 months or have certain disabilities. [^1][^2][^3]
In Wisconsin, Disability Benefit Specialists help people ages 18-59 with Multiple Sclerosis apply for and keep benefits. You can get help with Medicaid, SSI, SSDI, Medicare, and other programs. Wisconsin also offers Medicaid waivers for home and community-based services, like Family Care and IRIS. These waivers help people with disabilities live at home instead of in institutions. To qualify for Medicaid waivers, you must meet income and disability requirements. Wisconsin uses the same federal rules for SSI and SSDI, but state programs may have extra rules. [^4][^5][^6]
ABLE accounts let people with disabilities save money for disability-related expenses without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. Wisconsin offers the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program. You can open an ABLE account if you became disabled before age 26. Contributions are tax-free, and withdrawals for qualified expenses are tax-free. [^9]
Income limits for SSI and Medicaid change every year. For 2025, the earnings limit for WRS disability benefits is $20,757. If you earn more than this, your disability benefit may be suspended. SSI and Medicaid have their own income limits based on federal and state rules. [^3][^10]
You must report changes in income, work, or health to keep your benefits. If you don’t, you may get an overpayment and have to pay it back. Wisconsin requires annual reporting for disability benefits. If you get an overpayment notice, you can appeal or set up a payment plan. [^3][^10]
Disability Benefit Specialists at local Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) offer free help with benefits for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Find your ADRC at the official ADRC website.
You can get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicaid, Medicare, and Medicaid waivers. Wisconsin also offers ABLE accounts and work incentives. Disability Benefit Specialists at ADRCs can help you apply.
Contact your local Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) for free help. You can apply for SSDI and SSI online or in person. Apply for Medicaid through Wisconsin’s ACCESS system. Ask about Medicaid waivers if you need home and community-based services.
The earnings limit for Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) disability benefits is $20,757 in 2025. SSI and Medicaid have their own income limits based on federal and state rules. You must report changes in income to keep your benefits.
Yes, you can work while getting disability benefits. Wisconsin offers work incentives and Medicaid buy-in programs. If you earn more than the limit, your disability benefit may be suspended. Report changes in income to keep your benefits.
A Medicaid waiver lets you get home and community-based services instead of living in an institution. Wisconsin offers waivers like Family Care and IRIS. These programs cover services like personal care, home modifications, and respite care.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check with official agencies for the most current rules and eligibility.
Disability Benefit Specialists at local Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) offer free help. They can help you apply for SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, and more. Find your ADRC at the official ADRC website.
An ABLE account is a tax-advantaged savings account for disability-related expenses. Wisconsin offers the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program. You can open an ABLE account if you became disabled before age 26.
If your benefits are denied, you can appeal. Ask your local ADRC for help with appeals. You can also get help from Disability Rights Wisconsin. Appeals may take several months.
Yes, you must report changes in income, work, or health to keep your benefits. Wisconsin requires annual reporting for disability benefits. If you don’t, you may get an overpayment and have to pay it back.
Yes, Medicaid and Medicare Part D cover prescription drugs. Disability Benefit Specialists can help you apply for prescription drug assistance. Disability Rights Wisconsin operates a statewide helpline for Medicare Part D.
