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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
HomeMedicareLearn about MedicareDoes Medicare Cover the RSV Vaccine?3-minute readPublished 07/09/2024Updated 10:30 AM EST, 02/20/2025Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a respiratory virus that causes mild, cold-like symptoms. RSV infections can be more dangerous for certain adults, but just 1 dose of the RSV vaccine can help protect adults aged 60 and older from getting very sick.1Here are some details about RSV, what parts of Medicare cover the vaccine and more.What is RSV?Most people with common symptoms can recover in 1–2 weeks. However, RSV can cause severe symptoms in older adults and adults with certain underlying conditions.2Common RSV symptomsSome mild symptoms of RSV include:FeverHeadacheRunny noseCoughSore throatSerious RSV symptomsRSV can sometimes cause or worsen serious conditions like:PneumoniaAsthmaCongestive heart failure (CHF)Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)Learn more about MedicareExplore Medicare prescription drug plans from HumanaMost Humana Medicare Part D plans come with added services, at no extra cost, to help you maintain your health and your budget. Compare available plans in your area today!Who has the highest risk for severe RSV infection?Older adults have the highest risk for severe infection. In addition to age, these conditions and situations can increase the chance of a severe infection:1Chronic heart or lung diseaseWeakened immune systemsOther underlying medical conditionsLiving in a nursing home or long-term care facilityWhich parts of Medicare will cover the RSV vaccineOriginal Medicare Part A (Hospital insurance) and Part B (Medical insurance) do not cover the RSV vaccine.Medicare Part D (Prescription drug coverage) covers the RSV shot and all vaccines that the Advisory Committee on Immunization
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