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Original Medicare benefits cover a number of vaccinations under Part B, including the flu shot; however, the program does not typically cover voluntary vaccinations against preventable disease that are generally acquired through travel abroad. As a result, if you opt to travel outside of the United States to an area of the world where a disease is more prevalent, you will likely need to pay for the vaccine yourself. This is because Medicare benefits offer coverage for medically necessary items, and if you’re electing to travel, then you are assuming the risk.
It is possible that a Medicare Advantage plan may provide added benefits for travel vaccinations. Additionally, you may be able to find specific travel insurance plans outside of Medicare that provide coverage for travel-related medical coverage, including vaccines.
