Politico: Medicare, Medicaid Plan May Cover COVID-19 Vaccinations

The transcript discusses the U.S. administration's plan to cover COVID-19 vaccination costs for Medicare and Medicaid recipients, as well as the general public. The vaccine is not expected to be widely available until 2021, and the plan is being prepared amid the 2020 presidential campaign. Joe Biden emphasized the need for a free and accessible vaccine. Seema Verma from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services confirmed the administration's strategy to ensure no American pays for the vaccine.

What role does Seema Verma hold, and what did she say about the administration's plans?

What is the goal mentioned by one official regarding the cost of vaccinations?