I finally went to my doc who said it may or may not be covered by medicare. Yes, Gary it is common for those with a suppressed immune system to get shingles. My doc advised me to get the vaccine as my immune system is not at all what it should be. He suggested I call Medicare and ask if the shot is covered and where I should go to get it. Here in PA (not sure if its like this everywhere) the shingles vaccine may be given at either a participating pharmacy or in the doctors office to people age 50 or older. It depends on the location where you would get the shot if your insurance will cover it. It is now a minimum age of 50 years old to get the shingles vaccine.

My local county Dept of Health was giving out shingles vaccines to people age 50 and over who are either underinsured or uninsured for $5. I set up an appointment and will get my shot next week. If anyone wants the shingles vaccine I suggest you call and check with not just your insurance company but also your local county dept of health. You just might get lucky, I did.