Shingles shots
Medicare Coverage Information
Overview
Medicare provides coverage for shingles vaccines through Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. Most beneficiaries can get the shingles vaccine with some out-of-pocket costs, helping protect against this painful viral infection.
- Shingles vaccines are covered under Medicare Part D prescription drug plans
- Two shingles vaccines are available: Shingrix (preferred) and Zostavax
- Recommended for adults 50 and older to prevent shingles and its complications
- Coverage and costs can vary depending on your specific Medicare Part D plan
- Most beneficiaries will pay a reduced cost for the vaccine
- Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in a Part D prescription drug plan
- Adults 50 years and older
- Individuals with a history of chickenpox
- Typically requires paying a copayment or coinsurance
- Actual out-of-pocket costs depend on your specific Medicare Part D plan
- Some plans may cover the vaccine with no additional cost
- Must be administered by a healthcare provider enrolled in Medicare
- Requires enrollment in a Medicare Part D plan
- May have age restrictions (typically 50 and older)
- Consult with your healthcare provider about getting the shingles vaccine
- Review your current Medicare Part D plan's vaccine coverage
- Contact your Medicare plan provider to confirm specific vaccine costs
- Schedule the vaccine at a participating healthcare provider
Last updated: 6/15/2025
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- 6/15/2025
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