Does Medicare cover an RSV shot?
Yes. Part D drug plans pay for the RSV shot. RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a lung virus.
What will you pay?
With Original Medicare: You pay nothing if you have a Part D drug plan.
With a Medicare Advantage plan: Medicare Advantage plans must cover it too, but your costs and rules can differ. Check your plan. Compare plans near you.
What are the rules?
- You need a Part D drug plan or a Medicare Advantage plan with drug coverage.
What should you do next?
Compare drug plansSource: Medicare.gov: RSV shot (opens in a new tab). Checked Oct 21, 2026. Costs are for 2026. This is general information, not medical advice.