Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Shot
Medicare drug coverage (Part D) covers the RSV shot
Description
RSV is a respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms. Getting the RSV shot can protect you from getting RSV.
Coverage details
Only Medicare Advantage Plans that include drug coverage will cover drug benefits like the RSV shot.
Certain medical conditions and factors increase the risk for severe RSV. Adults 75 and older, and adults between 50–74 with certain conditions, are at high risk of having serious health complications from RSV. Talk to your doctor or other health care provider to find out if you may be at increased risk.
How can I protect myself from other respiratory viruses?
Costs
You pay nothing for the RSV shot if you have Part D .
Part D covers all adult vaccines that the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends, including vaccines for RSV, shingles, whooping cough, measles, and more. Your drug plan won't charge you a copayment or deductible for vaccines that ACIP recommends.
Facility
You can get the RSV shot in many places, including your doctor’s office and your local pharmacy.