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COVID-19 Vaccine Information

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) is keeping track of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) decisions to authorize new COVID-19 vaccines. CareFirst members will pay $0 for any authorized vaccine, regardless of manufacturer.

COVID-19 Vaccine Updates

Get the latest information about the COVID-19 vaccinations as well as updates on where, when and how they’re being made available.

Frequently asked Questions

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Do employees have access and coverage for all FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccines, or will vaccines be limited to any preferred vendors?

CareFirst members will pay $0 for vaccines authorized or approved by the FDA, regardless of manufacturer (e.g., Pfizer BioNTech (Pfizer), Moderna Vaccine/Spikevax COVID-19 Vaccine (Spikevax) and those yet to be authorized).

Can our health plan cover vaccination for employees who have waived insurance?

No, this would violate ERISA. However, it’s possible that the government will issue guidance addressing this concern.

Can we require our employees to be vaccinated?

Employers should seek advice from their legal counsel before issuing any vaccine mandate.

Click here for insight into CareFirst’s decision to implement a vaccine requirement and resources on navigating the process.

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