How to pay less for Shingrix
On Medicare drug coverage, Shingrix costs $0. Most private plans must also cover it at no cost when you get it in network.
Your options, by how you pay
| If you have | Start here |
|---|---|
| No insurance | Ask your local health department or a community health center about low-cost vaccines. GSK Patient Assistance Program may help if you meet income limits. |
| Job or marketplace plan | Usually $0 in network, because the Affordable Care Act requires plans to cover recommended vaccines without cost-sharing. |
| Medicare | $0 under Medicare Part D. Since 2023, recommended vaccines covered by Part D have no cost-sharing. Many pharmacies can give it and bill your plan directly. |
| Medicaid | Usually covered at no cost or very low cost. |
The maker’s assistance program
GSK Patient Assistance Program helps people who can’t afford GSK medications. Eligibility depends on income and coverage, and your doctor usually signs part of the application.
What to gather before you apply
- Your prescription, or your doctor’s contact details
- Proof of income: last year’s tax return or recent pay stubs
- Your insurance card, or a denial letter if coverage was refused
- Photo ID and proof of U.S. residency
Need your doctor’s help or appealing a denial? Use our free letter templates.
Common questions
Is Shingrix free on Medicare?
Yes, if you have Medicare drug coverage (Part D). Since 2023, recommended vaccines covered by Part D have no cost-sharing, so you pay $0.
Does private insurance cover Shingrix?
Almost always at no cost when you get it in network, because the Affordable Care Act requires plans to cover recommended vaccines without cost-sharing.
Where can I get Shingrix?
Many pharmacies give it and bill your plan directly. Your doctor’s office or local health department can also give it.
Other infections and vaccines medications
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