Protect Yourself Against Flu and Other Respiratory Infections
Vaccines provide the best protection against harmful viruses. This flu season, we’ve got you covered.
When to get your shots
The best time to get your flu and pneumonia vaccines each year is any time after July 1. Flu season in Michigan typically begins in the fall with peak months from November through April.
The flu spreads quickly during those peak months. Getting vaccinated early is important because it gives your body a chance to protect itself.
Where to get your shots
- Pharmacy that accepts your Medicare plan
- Community health center
- Doctor's office
Not sure if your pharmacy is in our network? Use our pharmacy directory to find an in-network location near you.
Tips for vaccines
Recommended flu dosage for seniors
Seniors 65 and older should ask for a high-dose or adjuvanted flu shot, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC. The enhanced vaccines create a stronger immune response and provide more protection against flu in older adults.
Getting a COVID-19 and flu shot at the same time
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued guidance stating that flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time. Even though both vaccines can be given during the same visit, you should follow the recommended schedule for each vaccine.
RSV vaccine for seniors
Three RSV vaccines are now available — GSK’s AREXVY, Moderna’s mRESVIA® and Pfizer’s ABRYSVO®. The RSV vaccine is recommended for all adults 75 and older and for adults 50–74 years who are at increased risk of severe RSV.
How to get reimbursed
Even though we cover your flu and pneumonia shots, occasionally Medicare Advantage members are asked to pay out of pocket first. If you paid for your flu or pneumonia vaccine, keep your receipt and fill out this reimbursement form.