Where can I get a shingles vaccine in Merrick?

In general, shingles vaccines will be available at Merrick-area urgent care centers, retail clinics, primary care doctor offices and local pharmacies. While walk-in appointments are typically available, booking a visit online will reduce your wait time and ensure you protect yourself from shingles faster.

How can I book a shingles vaccine in Merrick?

Regardless of the kind of vaccination you are seeking, Solv can help you book an appointment. Simply search for Merrick-area doctors, find a provider, and book the most convenient time for you. Be sure to include “shingles vaccine” or “vaccine consultation” as your reason for visit, and bring any relevant travel plans and previous immunization records.

Can I make a same-day appointment for a shingles vaccine in Merrick?

Same-day and next-day appointments for shingles vaccines or consultations can easily be booked directly through Solv. Simply search for Merrick-area doctors, find a provider, and book an appointment as soon as today.

How do I find the top-rated vaccination specialists in Merrick?

Solv gathers reviews, ratings, and other data on Merrick-area vaccination specialists to ensure the clinics provided meet our standards. Search for a shingles vaccine provider, see what previous patients think, and book an appointment with a top-rated doctor today!

Who should get a shingles vaccine?

You should get the shingles vaccine if you are at high risk for getting it or if you are experiencing symptoms. It is recommended that individuals 60 and older get the shingles vaccine, as this is when the risk of contraction is high. Even if you have previously contracted shingles, you should get the vaccine to prevent or mitigate future cases. The shingles vaccine is not recommended by the CDC for anyone younger than 60 because it has not yet been thoroughly studied in those age groups.

How much does a shingles vaccine cost in Merrick?

Without insurance, a shingles vaccine and the consultation generally preceding it can cost anywhere from $200 to $250.

Is a shingles vaccine covered by my insurance?

All Medicare part D and most private health insurance plans cover the shingles vaccine. Typically, you will have to cover a co-payment for the consultation and, in some cases, the vaccine itself.

How well does the shingles vaccine work?

The shingles vaccine, according to the CDC, is 97 percent effective in preventing shingles in people aged 50 to 69 who have a strong immune system, and 91 percent effective in people aged 70 and up who have a weak immune system. It goes on to claim that in people with weakened immune systems, the shingles vaccine is 68 percent to 91 percent effective in preventing shingles. According to the CDC, the Shingrix vaccine is 91 percent effective in preventing long-term nerve damage from shingles in people 50 years and older, and 89 percent effective in adults 70 years and older.

How often do you need to get the shingles vaccine?

The CDC recommends that people over 50 receive just two doses of the shingles vaccination, separated by two to six months. Adults aged 19 and above with a weakened immune system should have a second dose of the shingles vaccine one to two months after the first.

How long after the shingles vaccine are you contagious?

According to the CDC, shingles is a contagious virus that only infects those who have already had chickenpox. The CDC recommends getting the shingles vaccination even if you've already had chickenpox.

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CityMD Urgent Care

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Queens Long Island Medical Group

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Express Medical Care

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Doctor's Immediate Care Center

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Rapid Response Medical Care

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Queens Long Island Medical Group Urgent Care

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Mount Sinai Five Towns Medical Group

CityMD Urgent Care, Mineola

CityMD Urgent Care

UrgentWay, Hicksville

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StatMD Urgent Care

Nassau Immediate Medical Care

Nassau Immediate Medical Care

Urgent MD, Hewlett

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Physicians Care - Long Island

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Queens Long Island Medical Group

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