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Vaccines and immunizations

Medicare covers vaccines under both Part B and Part D, depending on the type of immunization. Learn which essential vaccines are always covered and when Medicare will pay for additional shots after exposure to certain diseases.

Last Updated: marzo 31, 2025

Medicare Part D Part D, also known as the Medicare prescription drug benefit, is the part of Medicare that provides prescription drug coverage. Part D is offered through private companies either as a stand-alone plan, for those enrolled in Original Medicare, or as a set of benefits included with a Medicare Advantage Plan. covers most vaccines and immunizations. However, there are certain vaccinations that are always covered by Part B Part B, also known as medical insurance, is the part of Medicare that covers most medically necessary doctors’ services, preventive care, hospital outpatient care, durable medical equipment (DME), laboratory tests, x-rays, mental health services, and some home health care and ambulance services. :

Part B also covers vaccines after you have been exposed to a dangerous virus or disease. For example, Part B will cover a tetanus shot if you step on a rusty nail, or a rabies shot if you are bitten by a dog.

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