Seasonal Influenza (flu) Vaccine 2021-2022

It is recommended that all persons age 6 months and older receive a yearly flu vaccination. If you would like to schedule an appointment online, click the link below. Please call our Flu Vaccine Hotline: 586-466-7923 for more information.

 

Scheduling an Appointment via Telephone

Appointments can also be scheduled by calling the Macomb County Health Department Immunization Program at 586-469-5372 or 586-465-8537.

 

 

Flu Clinic Locations and Schedules

Indoor Locations
Flu vaccines given at locations listed below are administered inside health department clinics. Face masks are required to be worn at all flu vaccination clinic locations.

Drive-Thru Locations
Flu vaccines given at locations listed below are administered while you remain in your vehicle. Face masks are required to be worn at all flu vaccination clinic locations.

 

Cost

• Medicare, Medicaid, and some commercial insurances are accepted
• Cost for clients wishing to Self-Pay = $20
• Clients younger than 19 years of age may be eligible to receive the flu vaccine at a lower cost through the Vaccines For Children (VFC) program. Details about this program can be found here
• Method of Payment Accepted
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card (Additional enhanced access fee is applied to total)

 

Insurance

Macomb County Health Department accepts the following insurances that often cover the full amount of the flu vaccination:

State and Federal Insurance: Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, Medicaid Health Plans

Commercial Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Health Alliance Plan (HAP), McLaren Health Advantage, Priority Health, Total Health Care, TriCare

• Refer to your insurance policy for full details regarding your coverage.
• Bring insurance cards and photo ID to your appointment.
• Clients whose insurance covers flu vaccination, but plan is not listed above, must contact their insurance providers for guidance if they wish to seek flu vaccination reimbursement.
• All clients have the option to self-pay $20 for flu vaccination.

 

Please be Aware

• Face masks are required to be worn at all flu vaccination clinic locations.
• If your appointment is inside a health department clinic, only the person being vaccinated will be allowed in the building to maintain safe social distancing. Exceptions will be made for a parent or legal guardian who needs to accompany a minor or caregivers who need to accompany an adult needing assistance.
• Reschedule your appointment if you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID‐19 (such as fever, cough, chills, etc.).

 

What to Bring:

• A photo identification card.
• Insurance cards (if applicable).
• If you are able, a Flu Vaccine Administration Record (based on the client’s age):
  • If Age 19 or older: Adult Flu Vaccine Administration Record
    OR
  • If Age 6 months through Age 18: Child Flu Vaccine Administration Record
• Note: Blank Forms will be available at the vaccine site if you do not have access to a printer.

 

Vaccine Information Statements

Inactivated Influenza Vaccine (shot)

Attenuated Influenza Vaccine (nasal spray)

 

Seasonal Flu Resources:

• Michigan Department of Health and Human Services 2021-2022 Flu Vaccine
• CDC – Flu Season
• CDC - Frequently Asked Influenza (Flu) Questions: 2021-2022 Season
• Vaccine Finder