The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a standing order authorizing qualified health care professionals, including pharmacists, to administer the 2025- 2026 COVID-19 vaccine.
From Maine.gov:
The standing order serves as a prescription for all Maine people, allowing them to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at pharmacies, clinics, and health care offices across the state. Under the standing order, Maine people no longer need to obtain a prescription through their health care provider to receive the vaccine. Additionally, the Maine Bureau of Insurance — also at the Governor’s direction — today issued a bulletin to state-regulated Maine health insurance carriers (PDF) reinforcing that they are required under State law to provide full coverage of the cost of the COVID vaccine when administered consistent with recommendations of the medical academies.
According to the press release, the vaccine will be available at pharmacies, where the majority of Maine people typically obtain their COVID-19 immunizations.
Parents/guardians should check with their providers, as vaccines for children 6 months to 18 years are ordered by the Maine Immunization Program through the federal government and may become available following Federal guidance expected after the September 18-19 meeting of ACIP.
Additionally, actions from the Maine Bureau of Insurance ensure that full insurance coverage for COVID-19 vaccines based on guidance from the national medical associations is required without any cost sharing or prior authorization. MaineCare, the state’s Medicaid program, also covers COVID-19 vaccination for all eligible members. For employers that offer self-funded (ERISA) plans, individuals should confirm their immunization benefits with their plan administrator.
Individuals should confirm vaccine coverage with their health plan.
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