How Medicare Smart Are You?

True or False: Medicare covers COVID-19 vaccines.

The answer is “True.”

True. Original Medicare covers FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines. People enrolled in Medicare Part B (medical insurance) or Medicare Advantage (Part C) pay nothing for the vaccine. People who only have Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) also should pay nothing for the vaccine, but some providers or pharmacies may still charge an administration for giving the shot.

Advise clients to be alert for scammers who claim they can get early access to the vaccine in exchange for their Medicare number. Tell clients:

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