Medicare Part B provides coverage for a range of vaccines to help protect against various diseases. Here are some of the vaccines that are typically covered under Medicare Part B:
1. Influenza (Flu) Vaccine: Medicare covers the flu vaccine once per flu season. It's important to get vaccinated annually as the flu strains can change each year.
2. Pneumococcal Vaccine: Medicare covers two different pneumococcal vaccines - the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) and the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23). These vaccines help protect against pneumococcal diseases such as pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections.
3. Hepatitis B Vaccine: Medicare covers the hepatitis B vaccine for individuals at high or medium risk for hepatitis B, including healthcare workers, people with chronic liver disease, and individuals with end-stage renal disease.
4. COVID-19 Vaccine: Medicare covers the COVID-19 vaccine, including booster shots, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
5. Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine: Medicare covers the Tdap vaccine once every 10 years to protect against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough).
It's important to note that coverage may vary depending on your specific Medicare plan and the healthcare provider administering the vaccine. It's always a good idea to check with your healthcare provider and Medicare for the most up-to-date information on vaccine coverage under Medicare Part B.
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