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Adult Immunization Schedule

Please note that the following services may not be covered benefits under your plan. Call the Member Services number on your ID card to verify coverage.

Ages 21 and Older

  • Hepatitis A: in selected states or regions and for high-risk groups, including international travelers, illegal drug users, and workers in the food service, health care or day-care industries

  • Tetanus-diphtheria: every 10 years, especially those ages 50 and older; complete series for adults who have not received the primary series:  3 doses, with first 2 doses at least 4 weeks apart and third dose 6-12 months after the second dose

  • Hepatitis B, Varicella: all young adults not previously immunized; ask your doctor if you are at high risk

  • Meningococcal: college freshmen who live on campus and other college students who wish to reduce their risk; military recruits, persons who travel to or live in countries in which meningitis is common; revaccination after 5 years for adults at high risk

    Measles, mumps, rubella: for those younger than age 50 without proof of immunity or documentation of previous immunization; two doses for persons with occupational or other risk factors; rubella screening for all females of childbearing age

  • Pneumococcal: those younger than age 65 with chronic health conditions; revaccination may be needed after five years; once for ages 65 and older if vaccinated 5 or more years previously and were younger than 65 at the time

  • Influenza: yearly for health care workers, persons age 50 and older and people ages 21 to 49 who wish to reduce their risk

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