"The Food and Drug Administration's guidance on who needs the COVID-19 booster shot has changed, but many insurers will still be covering the costs for enrollees-at least through the end of the year. AHIP (formerly known as America's Health Insurance Plans), the largest U.S. health insurance association, said Tuesday that its members will continue to cover vaccines with no cost-sharing for patients, following recommendations issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory committee as of September 1."
"The statement from AHIP is notable due to the massive number of Americans covered by its member companies. They include Aetna, Elevance Health, Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, CVS Health, Centene, and many Blue Cross Blue Shield state providers. The group's full member list is available on its website and illuminates which insurance providers say they will cover recommended vaccines through the end of the year."
FDA revised COVID-19 booster authorization to apply only to people 65 and older or those with underlying health conditions, creating confusion and potential access challenges. AHIP announced that its member insurers will continue covering vaccines with no cost-sharing for patients according to CDC vaccine advisory recommendations as of September 1. AHIP members cover more than 200 million Americans and include major insurers such as Aetna, Elevance Health, Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, CVS Health, Centene, and many Blue Cross Blue Shield state providers. UnitedHealthcare notes most of its plans include COVID-19 vaccines at no extra cost, though copays may apply during office visits.
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