People age 50 and over are at higher risk for serious complications from flu. You should get your flu shot as soon as they become available. Signs of the flu include fever, sore throat, body aches, runny nose and coughling.
How often is it covered? Once a year in the fall or winter
For whom? All people with Medicare Part B
Your costs in the Original Medicare Plan? You pay nothing as long as you have Medicare Part B
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