Don’t Miss Your Shot! Immunizations are Key to Your Health

Did you know that as a Premera member, you can get many immunizations for free? Shots to prevent everything from the flu to Measles are covered under all of our ACA individual and family insurance plans, generally at no cost to you.  Most Premera group plan members also have coverage for immunizations.

Why are vaccines important?

Immunization shots introduce your body to a heavily weakened form of the specific disease you are being immunized against. This gives your immune system the chance to build antibodies that can prevent, or severely reduce, the disease and its harm to your body. It’s far easier to prevent a dangerous disease than it is to treat one. Check out the CDC’s immunization schedules to find its recommended vaccinations.

Where can you conveniently get vaccines?

Premera members can get covered immunizations from any in-network pharmacy that offers them. All you have to do is show your Premera card to your pharmacist.

There are no fees upfront for you. To find an in-network pharmacy use our Find a Doctor tool. Just make sure to double check with them that they offer the vaccine you need!

What shots are covered by your Premera health plan?

For members who purchased a new individual health plan effective Jan. 1 2014 or later, check here to see which vaccinations are covered at 100%… meaning no cost to you.

For those who elected to continue a health plan that was in effect prior to March 23, 2010, go here to find which immunizations are covered.

If you get your health plan through your employer, please know that the shots covered at no cost may vary from those linked above. Check with your plan benefits department to ensure you have an accurate list of what is covered.

To find out the specifics of what is covered under your plan call customer service at the number on the back of your ID card.

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