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Flu Shot (Influenza Vaccine)

Code: 90686

Annual influenza vaccination

flu shotflu vaccineinfluenza shotseasonal flu

Best Cash Price

$35

at RediClinic (H-E-B)

vs. St. David's Medical Center· CMS data

$68Save 49%

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Price Verified

Updated Feb 2026 · Source: provider website

Quick Facts

Code

90686

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Price Comparison

Real prices from Austin providers — sorted cheapest first.

Provider	Price	Verified
Best RediClinic (H-E-B) Austin (multiple H-E-B locations)	$35	—	View →
MinuteClinic (CVS) Austin (multiple CVS locations)	$40	—	View →

vs. Hospital Prices

What Austin hospitals charge for the same procedure (CPT 90686)

CMS Transparency Data

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You could save $33 (49%)

RediClinic (H-E-B) charges $35 vs. St. David's Medical Center's cash rate of $68.

RediClinic (H-E-B)$35

St. David's Medical Center$68

Hospital	Cash Price	Ins. Avg
St. David's Medical Center Austin, TX · 2025	$68	$32

Hospital

Cash Price

St. David's Medical Center

Austin, TX · 2025

$68

📋 Source: CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule data & NewChoiceHealth.com Austin market data. Hospital cash prices reflect self-pay / uninsured rates. Insurance avg = typical negotiated rate. Data current as of 2025.

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Telehealth Alternative

❌ In-Person Only

This procedure requires hands-on care and cannot be performed remotely. However, you may be able to get an initial consultation or follow-up via telehealth.