Medicare Flu Information
How often is it covered?
Medicare covers the flu shot once per flu season. Flu shots are available starting in the fall for flu season.
Who's eligible?
All people with Medicare.
Your costs in Original Medicare
You pay nothing for the flu shot if the doctor or other health care provider accepts assignment for giving the shot.
Note: Medicare Part B also covers administration of the H1N1 flu shot. You pay nothing if the doctor accepts assignment for giving the shot.
Flu Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Influenza
American Lung Association: Influenza
