Health Plans & Support
Vision
Overview
Vision coverage is offered through VSP. You can choose from 3 plans:
All Plans:
ALLOW YOU TO USE ANY PROVIDER
Save money when you use a VSP network provider
COVER EXAMS AND MATERIALS
Provide coverage for routine eye exams and eyeglasses or contacts
OFFER ONLINE SAVINGS
Get savings and discounts on certain glasses and contacts at eyeconic.com
How Are the Plans Different?
The Premium and Premium Plus Plans offer some enhanced benefits, so your paycheck contributions are higher.
- Premium Plan: Higher frame and contact lens allowance compared to Standard Plan
- Premium Plus Plan: Get a second pair of glasses or contacts; additional lens benefits such as $0 copay for polycarbonate lenses and UV coating
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Vision Plans at a Glance
Here’s a look at what you’ll pay when you receive vision care.
| STANDARD PLAN | PREMIUM PLAN | PREMIUM PLUS PLAN1 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| You Pay | ||||||
| Eye Exam (once every calendar year) | ||||||
| WellVision exam | $10 (up to $39 copay for routine retinal screening) | $10 (up to $39 copay for routine retinal screening) | $10 (up to $39 copay for routine retinal screening) | |||
| Eyeglass Frames (Standard Plan: once every other calendar year; Premium and Premium Plus Plan: once every calendar year) | ||||||
| Frames | $0, then all amounts over $180 frame allowance2 | $0, then all amounts over $220 frame allowance3 | $0, then all amounts over $220 frame allowance3 | |||
| Lenses (once every calendar year)4 | ||||||
| Single vision, lined bifocal, lined trifocal lenses | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Contact Lenses (once every calendar year in place of glasses) | ||||||
| Contact lens exam (fitting and evaluation) | Up to $25 | Up to $25 | Up to $25 | |||
| Contacts | $0, then all amounts over $180 allowance | $0, then all amounts over $220 allowance | $0, then all amounts over $220 allowance | |||
- The Premium Plus Plan offers some enhanced benefits, such as a second pair of glasses or contacts and a $0 copay for polycarbonate and UV coating.
- You get a $230 allowance for featured frame brands and a $100 allowance for Walmart®, Sam’s Club® or Costco®. You get a 20% discount on all amounts over the plan allowance.
- You get a $270 allowance for featured frame brands and a $115 allowance for Walmart®, Sam’s Club® or Costco®. You get a 20% discount on all amounts over the plan allowance.
- There is an additional charge for some lens enhancements such as certain progressive lenses.
Costs for Coverage
Here are your biweekly paycheck costs for vision coverage.
| COVERAGE TIER | STANDARD PLAN | PREMIUM PLAN | PREMIUM PLUS PLAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate | $2.77 | $4.49 | $7.82 |
| Associate + 1 | $5.52 | $8.97 | $15.63 |
| Associate + Family | $8.91 | $14.43 | $25.16 |
Not Enrolling in Vision?
If you don’t enroll in a vision plan, you’re automatically enrolled in the VSP Vision Savings Pass (a discount savings program) at no charge. You’ll get special pricing on eye exams, glasses and sunglasses. For more details, visit vsp.com or call 800-877-7195.
FAQs
Will I get a vision ID card?
There’s no ID card necessary — just tell your provider that you have VSP insurance.
What’s the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?
An optometrist is an eye doctor who can perform eye exams and vision tests, as well as prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses.
An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who specializes in eye care. Ophthalmologists can diagnose and treat eye disease, perform eye surgery, and prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses.
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