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.

Kelly Braaten

About
Kelly Braaten

Director of Community Engagement

Role

As the Director of Community Engagement, Kelly provides oversight for the Communications, Quality and Care Coordination/Systems teams. These teams help ensure members receive accurate and timely information, quality care and that care is coordinated across all settings. The Community Engagement team works closely with South Country’s member counties and other community organizations and partners to help serve members and support communities.

Additional information

Kelly rejoined South Country Health Alliance in 2021. She has 25 years of business experience, including over 15 years of communications and 7 years of medical/health plan experience. In addition, Kelly has 10 years of experience in stakeholder engagement and corporate responsibility. Kelly previously worked at South Country Health Alliance from 2005 – 2008.

Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Organizational Communication, Winona State University, Winona, MN
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