Get the Flu Shot!

Each year the seasonal flu vaccine is produced to protect against the three viruses or flu strains that research indicates will be most prevalent. The CDC recommends a flu shot for everyone over the age of 6 months and recommends that people get immunized as soon as the vaccine becomes available.  There are so many people that are skeptical about the flu shot, but they really have no need to be. I get mine every year and I cannot even remember the last time I got sick!

Dani got her flu shot today!
Dani got her flu shot today!

Below I have decided to share a brief list of pharmacies and drug stores that offering the flu shot along with their price points, so that people can decipher where is the best place to go to save money when getting their vaccination. These prices listed are from the Orange County & Los Angeles area for Rite Aid, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Target, & Costco. Other areas may vary slightly. Stores I did not list are other stores that are based nationally but not located in Orange County & Los Angeles County.

I also want to make sure to note that with Obama-care, most people are now covered by default.  It seems like most pharmacies cover the flu shot completely when you show your insurance card. In case you are not covered or cannot find your card, the prices are as follows.  Also, Please keep in mind that flu shot p[rices can vary based upon if you get the shot or a nasal mist.  Prices are higher for seniors as well.  Lowest prices are listed below. If any prices have changed, please let me know below. This is what I found on my research.:)

Rite Aid – The price is $60 for a flu shot when paying with cash.  This price is more than double from last year! They say most insurance covers it though..

 

 

CVS – Flu shots here are $31.99, but they also accept insurance and offer a 20% off shopping pass

 

 

BI-LO– BI-LO shoppers that enroll for the company’s Discount Pharmacy Card will pay a discounted rate of $24.99 for a flu shot in the store.

 

 

Giant Food Stores– A flu shot is $35, but Giant accepts most major medical insurance, plus Medicare.  Customers with a prescription savings card receive $10 off of the regular price of a flu shot. You can also receive a free coupon book worth more than $40 in savings, while supplies last, to all customers who receive a flu shot.

 

Kroger – A flu shot is $28. There is no coupon book, but this is one the lowest prices for a  flu shot in a store.  Most insurance is accepted.

 

 

 

Winn-Dixie – Winn-Dixie shoppers receiving a flu vaccination will receive a coupon book with $15 in savings on products like hand sanitizer, disinfectants and tissues, while supplies last. There are 3 flu shot options:

    • Regular flu vaccination $24.99 with Winn-Dixie Reward       Card
    • Intradermal vaccination $24.99 with Winn-Dixie Reward       Card
    • Fluzone high-dose vaccination $44.99 with Winn-Dixie       Reward Card

Costco – A flu shot at Costco is only $14.99. This is by far the cheapest place to go without insurance.  You do not have to be a member to get a shot. Make an appointment because shots are not administered everyday. Print and fill out your vaccine consent form and bring a copy to save time at your appointment.

Target – Target stores are offering $24.99 flu shots at their pharmacies this year. Flu shots count towards 5% off a day of shopping at Target.  There is no appointment necessary. THIS IS WHERE I WENT!!!!  GREAT DEAL…TOTALLY FREE WITH MY INSURANCE!!!!

 

 

Walmart – It costs $25 for a flu shot at Walmart, but also you can expect that a registered nurse will be administering your vaccine.

 

 

 

Walgreens – A flu shot here is $32.99.

 

 Pathmark – Flu shots are $24.99 and with a card get a discount and get your flu shot for $19.99.

 

 

Publix – Flu shots at Publix are $30 for a standard shot & $55 for the senior high adult dosage for those over the age of 65.

A few more quick tips

*Make sure to ask all pharmacies if they accept insurance before you pay. Some of them cover cost in full like mine did.

*Check with your insurance company as many insurance companies will cover the flu shot as it is deemed as a preventative expense. Sometimes there is a simple co-pay that is around $5 to $15.

* Those with Medicare can get the shot for free. Check with your medicare insurance policy to get more information.

*Older seniors will also find that many local senior centers will offer shots for $15 to $40 per shot. Sometimes these centers will also take people under the age of 55.

*Veterans can get the flu shot for free if they head to their local VA hospital.

* Also, always check with your employer to inquire about free or discounted flu shots offered through work.

*If you’re in college, the health center also sometimes offers free or discounted flu shots.

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