If you’ve been putting off the shingles vaccine because of the cost, here’s some good news: for millions of seniors, it’s now completely free. Thanks to recent Medicare changes, the free shingles vaccine Medicare Part D benefit means you can get one of the most important preventive shots without paying a dime out of pocket. That’s a big deal, especially considering the vaccine can cost over $400 without insurance. Even better, this coverage is automatic if you’re enrolled in the right type of plan. Here’s exactly how it works and how to make sure you’re not accidentally paying for something that should be $0.
