Medicare Part D: The Medicare prescription drug benefit program. We call this program “Part D” for short. Medicare Part D covers outpatient prescription drugs, vaccines, and some supplies not covered by Medicare Part A or Medicare Part B or Medical Assistance. Our plan includes Medicare Part D.Medicare Part A: The Medicare program that covers most medically necessary hospital, skilled nursing facility, home health, and hospice care.
Medicare Part B: The Medicare program that covers services (such as lab tests, surgeries, and doctor visits) and supplies (such as wheelchairs and walkers) that are medically necessary to treat a disease or condition. Medicare Part B also covers many preventive and screening services.Medical Assistance: This is the name of Minnesota’s Medicaid program. Medical Assistance is run by the state and is paid for by the state and the federal government. It helps people with limited incomes and resources pay for long-term services and supports and medical costs.
It covers extra services and some drugs not covered by Medicare. Medicaid programs vary from state to state, but most health care costs are covered if you qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid.

COVID-19 Fraud Alert

South Country Health Alliance wants you to be on the lookout for schemes involving COVID-19 vaccines. Scammers are using telemarking calls, text messages, social media, and door-to-door visits to commit COVID-19 related scams.

Members Should:

  • Be suspicious of any unexpected calls or visitors offering COVID-19 tests or supplies. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up immediately.
  • Watch out for anyone asking you to pay out-of-pocket to obtain the vaccine or put your name on a COVID-19 waiting list.
  • Ignore offers or advertisements for COVID-19 testing or treatments on social media or from unknown/unsolicited sources.
  • Be aware of scammers pretending to be COVID-19 contact tracers. Legitimate contact tracers will never ask for your Medicare number, financial information, or attempt to set up a COVID-19 test for you and collect payment information for the test.

Report Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

Report fraud, waste, and abuse to the SCHA Compliance Department by calling (507) 431-6068 or sending an email to compliance@mnscha.org. You can also report it anonymously through our Report it hotline by calling 1-877-778-5463 or online at www.reportit.net. Username: SCHA, Password: Owatonna

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