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.

Car Seat Program

Your child's safety is a top priority...

Car seats and boosters provide protection for infants and children in a car crash. But to be effective, you need the right car seat and you need to know how to use it.

Get a Free Car Seat

South Country provides a car seat for children age 7 and under who are members of our plan. One car seat per child is allowed. South Country requires a parent or authorized representative to attend a car seat training and sign a recipient release form. Trainings are provided by car seat technicians from your county public health office. Women who are at least 28 weeks into their pregnancy can also get a car seat prior to delivery. Certain circumstances may make older children eligible. Call the county or Member Services for more information.

There are five car seats to choose from. To get a free car seat, call your local public health office at the number below and ask about South Country’s free car seat program and schedule your training session.

Public Health Nurse Offices

                • Brown County ....................507-233-6820
                • Dodge County.....................507-635-6150
                • Goodhue County.................651-385-3200
                • Kanabec County .................320-679-6330
                • Sibley County......................507-237-4000
                • Steele County .....................507-444-7650
                • Wabasha County.................651-565-5200
                • Waseca County...................507-835-0685

Car Seat Choices

Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 (All in 1 car seat)

  • 4-in-1 car seat, gives you 10 years of use in 1 seat. Seamlessly transforms from rear-facing harness (4 to 40 pounds), to forward facing harness (22 to 65 pounds), to highbacked booster (40-100 lbs.) to backless booster (40 to 120 pounds);
  • Graco ProtectPlus Engineered: a combination of the most rigorous crash tests that helps to protect your little one in frontal, side, rear and rollover crashes and additional testing based on the new car assessment program and for extreme car interior temperatures;
  • No-Rethread Simply Safe Adjust Harness System allows the headrest and harness to adjust together in one motion;
  • Choose the perfect headrest height for 10 positions to get the safest fit for your child as they grow; and
  • 6 positions recline keeps your child comfy and helps for a better installation.
Graco 4Ever Deluxe car seat picture
Safety First Onboard 35LT car seat picture

Safety 1st Onboard 35 LT

  • Rear facing weight range: 4 to 35 pounds;
  • Ultra lightweight infant car seat with exceptional safety using next generation engineering;
  • Side impact protection with deep sides and energy absorbing materials;
  • 4 harness heights spaced right for a better fit;
  • Extra newborn support with head and body inserts;
  • One pull harness adjustment gives baby a secure fit;
  • Adjustable base for the right fit for your car;
  • Machine washable and dryer safe seat pad;
  • Lightweight and easy to carry;
  • 5-point harness with up front adjustment;
  • QuickClick® ensures car seat attaches securely to stroller with one simple click;
  • LATCH equipped;
  • Airplane ready; and
  • Exceeds federal safety standards.

Evenflo Titan 65 Convertible Car Seat

  • Rear facing weight range: 5 to 40 pounds;
  • Rear facing height range: 19” to 40” tall;
  • Forward facing weight range: 22 to 65 pounds;
  • Forward facing height range: 29” to 54” tall;
  • Expiration: 6 years;
  • With 6 harness height positions, 2 crotch buckle positions and a 65 pound harness weight rating the Evenflo SureRide™ Convertible Car Seat provides room for your child to grow;
  • The machine-washable head pillow, body pillow and seat pad will provide a comfy ride and the up-front harness adjustment makes getting your child in and out a breeze; and
  • The lightweight design comes equipped for LATCH systems, including tether, for easy conversion between multiple vehicles.
Titan 65 Convertible car seat
Costco Finale 2 in 1 car seat

Cosco Finale 2-in-1

  • Extended use: forward-facing with harness 30 to 65 pounds and 32” to 49” and at least 1 year old and belt-positioning booster 40 to 100 pounds and 43” to 52”. Actual fit may vary. Not all children will comfortably fit in the seat for the full weight and height ranges listed;
  • Designed to fit 3 across in most vehicles. Great for growing families and car pools;
  • Lightweight and easy to move from car to car;
  • Dishwasher-safe cup holder detaches for use on either side of seat;
  • Easy-to-clean with machine-washable and dryable fabrics;
  • Exceeds federal safety standards IIHS; and
  • Best Bet rating for use in booster mode.

Cosco Topside - No Back Booster

  • Belt-positioning booster: 40 to 100 pounds;
  • Extra-plush pad;
  • Lightweight design; and
  • Seat-safe design leaves vehicle seats unmarked.
Cosco topside booster seat

Last Updated on 01/25/2024 by Chris Gartner

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