Does TRICARE cover vaccines?

Direct answer: Yes, at no cost, for age-appropriate vaccines recommended by the CDC — but only when a pharmacist administers the vaccine at a participating network pharmacy; getting it from a provider can trigger office-visit copays or cost-shares even though the vaccine itself is still covered.

Applies to: All TRICARE plans · All regions

Details

The vaccine is covered regardless of where you get it, but the visit around it isn’t always free — if you see your provider and get vaccinated during that visit, you may owe a copay or cost-share for the office visit or other services provided that day, separate from the vaccine itself. Exact coverage details can vary depending on whether you’re an active duty family member, on Prime or Select, or on Medicare with TRICARE For Life.

What to do next

Confirm this with your Primary Care Manager or regional contractor before scheduling — rules can vary by region and by service.