Members with medical and/or pharmacy benefits administered by Optima Health will be covered for the 2010-2011 influenza season. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the 2010-2011 flu vaccine will protect against three different flu viruses: H3N2 virus, influenza B virus, and the H1N1 virus.
Optima Health members may visit the following locations to receive a flu shot*...
Your doctor:
- Check with your physician to see if he or she offers the flu vaccine.
- A physician office Copayment may apply.
Your local pharmacy:
- Members will pay a $0.00 Copayment when receiving a flu vaccine from a participating pharmacy -- download a list of participating pharmacies with the flu vaccine.
- We recommend that you call the pharmacy in advance to check the availability of the flu vaccine.
- Please note that Walgreens is not a participating flu vaccine provider with Optima Health for the 2010-2011 flu season. If you choose to receive the flu vaccine from a Walgreens pharmacy you can file for reimbursement from the Plan, however you may be responsible for payment of all or some of the charges. Your ability to obtain prescriptions at a Walgreens pharmacy will not be affected.
If you need additional assistance finding a location to receive the flu vaccine, contact Optima Health Member Services at the number on your member ID card.
Download a list of participating pharmacies with the flu vaccine
*Optima Family Care and FAMIS members are ineligible for the 2010-2011 Optima Health pharmacy-administered Flu Vaccination Program. Please see your provider for information on receiving the flu vaccine.