STATEWIDE – Publix reopens its online reservation system for COVID-19 vaccines Wednesday and Friday for appointments at 273 stores in 20 Florida counties, including Orange, Osceola, Lake, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas , Polk, Sarasota, Seminole, and Sumter Counties.
What you need to know
- Publix will open its vaccination portal against COVID on Wednesday and Friday
- For starters, 273 stores in 20 counties will meet
- The number of shots in each store also varies
- Delivery times were disrupted by last week’s winter storms
Last week’s devastating winter storms altered shipping times and caused fewer stores to be able to offer appointments. The number of appointments available at each store will also vary, Publix announced.
Clients scheduled for their second dose will not be affected and should follow the instructions provided after the first vaccination.
People over the age of 65 can book appointments for vaccines. Appointments are required, but as there are no county residence restrictions, guests can go to neighboring counties for available appointments.
Unless there is a power outage for vaccines, Publix’s online booking system usually opens every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 a.m., but reservations may not be available at all stores. ‘these days. The reservation system page contains the most up-to-date information.
Customers with health insurance must bring their insurance cards to the scheduled appointment. Medicare members should wear the red, white, and blue Part B Medicare card. Customers without health insurance must provide their driver’s license or Social Security number.