Dear Lucia,

Yes! Medicare does cover COVID vaccines, including the updated vaccine. If you have Original Medicare, you will owe no cost-sharing (deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance) if you see a provider who accepts Medicare. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan, you should also not owe any cost-sharing if you see an in-network provider.

Learn more about staying up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and speak with your doctor if you have any questions.

Be aware of fraud schemes related to the vaccine. Do not share your Medicare number with anyone except for trusted health care providers. Be wary of people who ask for your financial information. You cannot pay to get earlier access to the vaccine, and the vaccine should not cost you anything. Contact your Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) if you suspect you have experienced Medicare fraud.

-Marci