Free PrEP in Milwaukee
Wisconsin has neither expanded Medicaid nor established a PrEP DAP — leaving Milwaukee's communities underserved despite the city's significant HIV burden. BadgerCare Plus covers adults only up to 100% FPL. In 2024, 68% of Wisconsin's new HIV diagnoses were among people of color, despite making up only 20% of the state's population. Diverse & Resilient runs the SHEBA program for Black trans women, and ARCW (AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin) is the state's largest HIV services organization.
HIV at a Glance
278 new diagnoses (2024) · 68% among people of color · ~120,000 would gain coverage under expansion
Fastest Path to Free PrEP in Milwaukee
Start with MISTR (fastest)
Free telehealth PrEP — consultations, at-home labs, medication delivery, all at $0. Works whether you have insurance or not. No ID required.
If you have insurance
PrEP is legally free under the ACA (upheld June 2025). Your insurer must cover medication, labs, and visits at $0. If charged, file a complaint with your state insurance commissioner.
Check Medicaid eligibility
BadgerCare Plus — limited eligibility. See special note below. Enroll: access.wisconsin.gov or 1-800-362-3002.
If uninsured: Gilead Advancing Access
Free medication for uninsured at ≤500% FPL. No immigration requirement. Covers Truvada, Descovy, and Yeztugo. Call 1-800-226-2056. Pair with an FQHC for free labs.
Get PrEP delivered free in Milwaukee
MISTR provides free telehealth PrEP in Wisconsin — consultations, at-home labs, medication, and delivery at $0.
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Wisconsin Programs & Assistance
Wisconsin has not expanded Medicaid. BadgerCare Plus covers adults up to 100% FPL only (not 138%). An estimated 120,000 additional residents would gain coverage under expansion.
Clinics & Community Resources
Diverse & Resilient
2439 N. Holton St
LGBTQ+ health including PrEP navigation, SHEBA program for Black trans women, Trans Health Equity Project.
Holton Street Clinic
3251 N. Holton St
Serves uninsured patients. PrEP and primary care.
ARCW (AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin)
Multiple Milwaukee locations
Wisconsin's largest HIV org. Locations at 435 S. Water, 5380 W. Fond du Lac, 801 E. Capitol Dr.
UW Health (Madison)
Madison
Free PrEP consultation. Assists with insurance enrollment and cost coverage.