Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine and Insurance Coverage Tips

Drugstores are prepared to deliver updated COVID-19 vaccines this fall with insurers planning to cover the costs, despite the vaccines not being specifically recommended by a key government advisory committee. Coverage is expected through various programs including Medicaid, CHIP, and private insurance, with most major insurers continuing to cover the vaccine at no cost through 2026. Vaccinations are widely accessible at pharmacies and doctors' offices, with recommendations for all individuals 6 months and older, especially those at high risk.