Vision

The University offers benefit-eligible employees a vision care program through EyeMed Access with savings on:

  • Eye examinations
  • Contact lenses
  • Lens options and accessories
  • Lasik and PRK corrective procedures

Click here to view Eyemed's Summary of Coverage.

EyeMed Access allows you to visit independent ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and LensCrafter, Pearle Vision, Target, J.C. Penney and Sears locations all across the country.  Claim forms are not required for in-network services.

Dependents between the ages of 19 and 25 are considered eligible if they are full-time students.  Proof of full-time student status must be submitted to the insurance company before any claims are paid.

Claim forms are not necessary for in-network services. For a complete list of participating providers, visit the EyeMed web site at www.enrollwitheyemed.com.

 

Vision Care Service Member Cost Out-of-Network Allowance
Eyeglasses Exam with Dilation as Necessary
 No Copay Up to $35

Standard Plastic Lenses:

Single Vision $10 Copay Up to $25
Bifocal $10 Copay Up to $40
Trifocal $10 Copay Up to $55
Lenticular $10 Copay Up to $55

Frames
Any frame available at provider location No Copay, $130 allowance for any frame plus 20% off balance over $130 Up to $65

Lens Options:
UV Coating
 $15 N/A
Tint (Solid and Gradient)
$15 N/A
Standard Scratch-Resistance
 $15 N/A
Standard Polycarbonate
 $40 N/A
Standard Progressive – (add- on to Bifocal)
 $65 N/A
Standard Anti-Reflective
$45 N/A
Other Add-Ons and Services
 20% Discount N/A

Contact Lenses:

Conventional No Copay, plus 15% discount off balance over $130 Up to $104
Disposables No Copay, plus balance over $130 Up to $104
Medically Necessary No Copay, paid in full

Up to $200

Fit and Follow-up Up to $55 N/A

 

Laser Vision Correction

Lasik or PRK From U.S. Laser Network 15% off retail price - or -
5% off promotional price

Frequency

Examination Once Every 12 months
Frame Once Every 24 months
Lenses or Contact Lenses Once Every 12 months

MEMBERS MAY UTILIZE THE FOLLOWING PLAN ONCE THE INITIAL VISION BENEFIT PLAN HAS BEEN EXHAUSTED.

Value Added Features:

In addition to the health benefits your EyeMed program offers, members also enjoy additional, value-added features including:

  • Additional Savings: Save up to 40% off additional complete eyeglass purchases once the funded benefit has been used
  • Laser Vision Correction: Save 15% off the retail price or 5% off the promotional price of LASIK or PRK procedures.
  • Replacement Contact Lenses Online: As an added convenience, members can order replacement contact lenses directly online.

Additional Purchases and Out-of-Pocket Discount:

Member will receive a 20% discount on remaining balance at participating providers beyond plan coverage, which may not be combined with any other discounts or promotional offers, and the discount does not apply to EyeMed’s Providers professional services, or disposable contact lenses.

 Benefits are not provided for services or materials arising from:

  • Orthoptic or vision training, subnormal vision aids, and any associated supplemental testing
  • Aniseikonic lenses
  • Medical and/or surgical treatment of the eye, eyes
  • Corrective eyewear required by an employer as a condition of employment
  • Safety eyewear unless specifically covered under the plan
  • Services provided as a result of any Worker’s Compensation law, or similar legislation, or required by any governmental agency or program whether Federal, state, or subdivisions thereof.
  • Plan non-prescription lenses and non-prescription sunglasses (except for 20% discount)Services or materials provided by any other group benefit providing for vision care
  • Two pairs of glasses in lieu of bifocals (does not apply to Primary Plan members)
  • Services or materials provided by any other group benefit providing for vision care.
  • Benefit allowances provide no remaining balance for future use within same benefit period
  • Lost or broken lenses, frames, glasses, or contact lenses will not be replaced except until the next benefit period.

Plan Limitations/Exclusions

  • Orthoptic or vision training, subnormal vision aids, and any associated supplemental testing.
  • Aniseikonic lenses
  • Medical and/or surgical treatment of the eye, eyes, or supporting structures.
  • Corrective eyewear required by an employer as a condition of employment.
  • Services provided as a result of any Worker's Compensation law, or similar legislation, or required by any governmental agency or program whether federal, state or subdivisions thereof.
  • Plan non-prescription lenses and non-prescription sunglasses (except for 20% discount).
  • Services or materials provided by any other group benefit providing for vision care.