The shingles vaccine (Shingrix) is covered by Medicare Part D, not Part B. Under the Inflation Reduction Act, the shingles vaccine is available at no cost under Part D. You can get the shingles vaccine at a pharmacy that participates in your Part D plan.
Key Points
- Shingles vaccine (Shingrix): covered by Medicare Part D, not Part B
- No cost under Part D (Inflation Reduction Act)
- Available at pharmacies that participate in your Part D plan
- Shingrix: 2-dose series, 2-6 months apart
- An independent agent can help you find Part D plans that cover the shingles vaccine