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Does TRICARE cover vaccines and immunizations?
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Updated 2024-12-01
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Quick Answer
TRICARE covers all CDC-recommended vaccines at no cost: childhood immunizations, flu shots, COVID-19, adult vaccines, and travel vaccines at MTFs and network pharmacies.
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Key Takeaways
- All recommended vaccines covered
- No cost for preventive vaccines
- Multiple locations available
- Travel vaccines included
Detailed Answer
TRICARE vaccine coverage:
Covered Vaccines
- All CDC-recommended vaccines
- Childhood immunizations (DTaP, MMR, etc.)
- Adult vaccines (Tdap, shingles, etc.)
- Annual flu shots
- COVID-19 vaccines
- Travel vaccines
Cost
- No cost for recommended vaccines
- At MTF, network, or non-network
- Preventive care benefit
Where to Get Vaccinated
- MTF immunization clinics
- Network pharmacies
- Primary care offices
- Public health departments
Special Vaccines
- Travel vaccines covered
- Get before deployment/travel
- Some may need series
Record Keeping
- Vaccinations recorded in medical record
- Request copies for records
- Important for children's schools
Active Duty
- Required vaccinations at no cost
- Part of readiness requirements
- MTF immunization clinics
Helpful Tips
- Stay current on schedules
- Keep vaccination records
- Get flu shot annually
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