Medicare coverage · Texas
Does Medicare Cover the Flu Shot?
Covered by Original MedicareYes. Medicare Part B covers one flu shot per flu season at no cost to you when you use a provider or pharmacy that accepts Medicare assignment. Pneumococcal and COVID-19 vaccines are also covered under Part B at no cost.
Reviewed for the 2026 plan year · Source: Medicare.gov
How to get the flu shot covered in Texas
Medicare covers the flu shot as one of the preventive and diagnostic services Original Medicare pays for in full — typically at no cost to you when your provider accepts Medicare assignment. We help Texas clients confirm it is billed correctly and compare any extra benefits a Medicare Advantage plan adds, at no cost.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Original Medicare cover the flu shot?
Yes. Medicare Part B covers one flu shot per flu season at no cost to you when you use a provider or pharmacy that accepts Medicare assignment. Pneumococcal and COVID-19 vaccines are also covered under Part B at no cost.
Do Medicare Advantage plans in Texas cover the flu shot?
Medicare Advantage plans must cover at least what Original Medicare covers for the flu shot, and a few add extra help. We can confirm the specifics for the plans in your Texas county at no cost.
How much does the flu shot cost with Medicare?
Your cost depends on your specific plan, where you live in Texas, and your providers. We compare every option in your county side by side — free, with no obligation — so you see the real total cost before you choose.