Vaccinations & Injections

💉 Vaccinations & Injections: What’s Covered, What It Costs, and Where to Get Them

Vaccinations and medical injections are key to preventive care — protecting you, your family, and the broader community from infectious diseases. But costs can vary based on age, type of vaccine, and where you receive the shot.

ClearCare HQ helps you understand which vaccinations are recommended, what they typically cost, and how to find the best options near you.

🧬 Why Vaccinations Matter

Vaccines train your immune system to fight serious diseases before you’re exposed. They're among the most cost-effective health interventions, helping to prevent:

• Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)

• Influenza (flu)

• COVID-19

• Hepatitis A & B

• Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap)

• HPV (Human Papillomavirus)

• Pneumonia and shingles (especially for older adults)

💰 How Much Do Vaccines & Injections Cost?

Vaccine TypeTypical Self-Pay Price: Flu Shot $20–$50, COVID-19 Vaccine (if uninsured) $0–$120, Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis) $50–$80, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) $75–$135, HPV (Gardasil) $150–$250 per dose (requires 2–3 doses), Shingles (Shingrix)$170–$210 per dose, Vitamin B12 Injections $25–$60

Pricing depends on location, brand, and administration fees. Some clinics include the visit in the price; others bill separately.

🏥 Where to Get Vaccines

You can receive most routine vaccinations at:

• Primary care offices

• Urgent care clinics

• Pharmacies (CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid)

• Health departments

• Employer or school-based clinics

💡 Pharmacies often post transparent prices online — and may offer walk-in appointments.

✅ Insurance Coverage

• Most ACA-compliant health insurance plans cover recommended vaccines at 100% when administered by in-network providers.

• Medicare Part B covers flu, COVID, and pneumococcal vaccines.

• Medicare Part D covers shingles and others.

🧠 ClearCare HQ Tip

Before your visit, ask:
“Is there an additional administration fee or office charge?”
This is a common reason patients pay more than expected — even when the vaccine itself is free.

🔍 Want to Know What You'll Pay?

Compare vaccine pricing across clinics and pharmacies near you using our Explore Pricing tool.