Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Shot
RSV is a respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms. Adults 75 and older, and adults between 60–74 with certain conditions, are at high risk of having serious health complications from RSV. Getting the RSV shot can protect you from getting RSV.
Medicare drug coverage (Part D) covers the RSV shot (not Part A (Hospital Insurance) or Part B (Medical Insurance) ).
Your costs in Original Medicare
People with Part D pay nothing out of pocket for the RSV shot.
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.
Things to know
- Certain medical conditions and factors increase the risk for severe RSV. Talk to your doctor or other health care provider to find out if you may be at increased risk.
- You can get the RSV shot in many places, including your doctor’s office and your local pharmacy. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan, contact your plan to find out where you can get the RSV shot. Only Medicare Advantage Plans that include drug coverage will cover drug benefits like the RSV shot.
- It’s safe to get the RSV shot with other vaccines, like a COVID-19 vaccine and flu shot.