What are you supposed to do if you need the flu shot?
There are many places you can get your flu shot – don’t wait!
People who are 65 and older are at high risk of having serious health complications from the flu. Getting the flu shot protects you from getting the flu and keeps you from spreading it to others and developing other serious complications. Medicare Part B pays for your annual flu shot. According to the latest CDC information, the 2020-2021 flu vaccine is supposed to be a better match to the viruses expected to be prevalent this season than the previous years. There are also two new flu vaccines available for seniors this year. Medicare also provides many other vaccine coverages such as Hepatitis B and the Pneumococcal vaccine coverage. With Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage Plan the shingles vaccine is also available. It is very important to stay up to date on all vaccines in order to prevent unnecessary and avoidable complications.
Things to know
•Don’t wait to get the flu shot. You can get the flu shot many places, including your doctor’s office and your local pharmacy — contact them for details. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan, contact your plan — most places accept Medicare Advantage Plans.
•Stay safe. Your doctors and pharmacies are working hard to keep you safe and socially distanced. Remember to wear your mask when you get your shot.
If you are like us, you may be wondering how to stay current on everything. So, you can find other great information regarding Medicare, the Flu Shot, and other vaccines with some of the resources below. However, you can always reach out to us ANYTIME at 1-877-756-9005. Also, be sure to check the supplements overview page: Medicare Supplements, or if you prefer to view a holistic side-by-side Medigap plan overview head over to Medicare site by clicking HERE!
