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.

About Us

About

South Country Health Alliance

Front of the South Country Health Alliance office building.

South Country Health Alliance (South Country) was formed in 2001 to improve the way our members receive health care. We now have more than 30,000 members and offer 7 different programs to meet the needs of those in our counties. We work closely with health care providers and county public health and social service departments to support wellness. We also offer our members a variety of health promotion programs.

South Country Health Alliance is a county-based purchasing health plan governed through a Joint Powers Agreement between 8 counties.* The Joint Powers Board is comprised of 8 elected county commissioners, one from each county owner. The Joint Powers Board provides the organization’s vision and policy direction.

Click on the service area county below to see more information about that county. A media kit for South Country is available by request: Media Kit Request form.

Community Reinvestment Grants

South Country is inviting proposals for initiatives that will benefit our members and help address the challenges and health disparities of living in rural Minnesota. We will award up to $2.16 million dollars to qualified applicants for this grant process. Respondents may propose grant funding for projects up to 2 years, with awards up to $250,000 for approved projects. Special attention will be given to proposals that focus on areas of behavioral health, homelessness and/or social isolation.

Use the links to the right to download the application packet and budget tool.

2024 Community Reinvestment Grant Application Packet

2024 Community Reinvestment Grant Budget Tool

2024 Community Reinvestment Grants Timeline

Completed application packets must be received by 4:30 p.m. CST on September 30, 2024.

Submit any questions regarding the RFP by emailing grants@mnscha.org.

South Country Service Area

Our mission

South Country Health Alliance's mission is to empower and engage our members to be as healthy as they can be, build connections with local agencies and providers who deliver quality services and be an accountable partner to the counties we serve.

Our vision

South Country Health Alliance will continue to be a fierce advocate for the health and well-being of people living in rural Minnesota.

Our values

Collaboration

We value the contributions of many individuals, partners and agencies to meet the needs of our members.

Stewardship

We responsibly manage our resources, using them in the best way possible for our members.

Communication

We communicate openly, honestly and frequently, responsibly sharing information and ideas in all areas of our business.

Excellence

We provide quality through our programs and services that make a difference in people's lives.

Health is more than medical care

South Country partners with community resources that provide food, shelter, social supports and other basic needs to help community residents stay healthy and well.

Our partners

South Country works with our county public health and social services agencies and their in-depth understanding of the needs of their local communities.

Ruth Boubin from South Country drops off donations to New Ulm High School
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Last Updated on 08/05/2024 by Chris Gartner

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