Pneumovax 23, Pneumovax 23 1 Dose

Written by Lauren Lerner
Medically reviewed by Philip Ngo, PharmD
Updated on August 27, 2024

Cost of Pneumovax 23

Like other medications, the cost of Pneumovax 23 can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:

• your insurance plan, if you have coverage
• the pharmacy you use
• the cost to visit a healthcare professional to receive doses of Pneumovax 23

To find out how much Pneumovax 23 costs, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. They may be able to suggest ways to save money on your prescription, including those described in this article. To find out what Pneumovax 23 costs when using Optum Perks coupons, see the prices shown on this page.

Coupons for Pneumovax 23

Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of Pneumovax 23. The Optum Perks coupons on this page can provide significant savings on your prescription costs.

Drug prices often vary between pharmacies, such as CVS, Walmart, Rite Aid, and local pharmacies. Check the Optum Perks coupon list on this page to find discounts available at pharmacies near you.

Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with insurance copays or benefits.

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Common questions about Pneumovax 23’s cost

Here are some common questions and answers about Pneumovax 23.

How does the cost of Pneumovax 23 compare with the cost of Prevnar 20?

Doctors use the Pneumovax 23 vaccine to help prevent pneumococcal diseases. Pneumococcal diseases include any infection caused by the streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. This bacteria can cause infections like meningitis, sinusitis, and pneumonia. Other vaccines, such as Prevnar 20, are also used for this purpose.

The cost of Pneumovax 23 or Prevnar 20 depends on several factors, including your insurance coverage (if you have any) and the pharmacy you use.

If you have questions about how much Pneumovax 23 or Prevnar 20 will cost, talk with your doctor, insurance provider, or pharmacist.

How much does Pneumovax 23 cost without insurance?

The price of Pneumovax 23 can be expensive without insurance. This is because Pneumovax 23 is only available as a brand-name drug. But prescription drug coupons could help lower your cost. See the “Coupons for Pneumovax 23” section to learn more.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to learn about your options to lower your cost of Pneumovax 23.

Is Pneumovax 23 covered by Medicare?

Possibly. Like other insurance plans, Medicare coverage for medications varies depending on the specific plan you have. The list of drugs a plan covers is called a formulary. A plan’s formulary may change over time, so be sure to check with your insurance provider to learn which drugs are covered.

Resources

• PDR by ConnectiveRx. (n.d.). https://www.pdr.net/

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