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Your eyes are another window to your overall health. An early vision exam can help detect the early stages of diabetes, high blood pressure, and more. The VSP vision plans cover you and your covered dependents for routine eye exam, frames, and lenses or contacts. You can choose to visit any provider; however, you will save money when you visit an in-network provider. Find an in-network provider at vsp.com.
If you need help selecting the best plan for you, visit ALEX and see what advice he can offer.
We live in a world of sound and noise. Conversations, traffic, music, and much more surround us day and night. Most of the sound we encounter is enjoyable or helpful, even critical, to living our everyday lives. But modern society continues to get noisier and louder. The result? Research suggests at least 6% and as much as 24% of the US adult population have hearing loss from loud noise exposure.
The prevalence of hearing loss grows exponentially with each decade of life. By the time we reach our 70s, more than two-thirds of us will have hearing loss. However, over 22 million people in the US aged 12 to 59 years are already suffering from hearing loss in at least one ear.
What’s more concerning is that only about 30% of people with hearing loss report owning a hearing aid. Age-related stigma and uncertainty about where to get treatment are two key factors that keep people from treating hearing loss. Unfortunately, foregoing treatment doesn’t just mean missing out on the sounds of life. It can also put overall health and wellness at risk, which may result in higher levels of memory loss and cognitive decline, a higher likelihood of depression, and even higher overall healthcare costs. Furthermore, greater hearing loss at a younger age leads to higher incidences of social isolation and feelings of loneliness.
Studies show an even greater health impact when those with hearing loss also have vision problems. In fact, combined hearing and vision loss are associated with poorer health-related quality of life than people with just vision or just hearing impairment. Additionally, one study showed that those with both visual and hearing impairments have an increased cognitive load.
This makes it harder for individuals to perceive their environment—and engage, understand, and communicate effectively. The study found that this increased cognitive load can even lead to a higher risk for dementia. It’s clear that addressing vision and hearing loss is key to having a happier, healthier life.
Correcting vision and hearing impairments leads to improved health and wellness. One study showed that high-functioning vision and hearing combine to help us better decode and perceive our environments, allowing us to better engage, understand, and communicate with less cognitive load. It’s clear that addressing vision and hearing loss is key to having a happier, healthier life.
Vision and hearing loss treatment is more accessible than ever before. Much like treating visual impairment, treating hearing loss starts with a hearing test. One hearing care company, TruHearing®, has developed an online hearing screening. This no-cost screening takes less than five minutes to complete. All you need is an internet-connected device with speakers or headphones – no special tools required. The screening will provide you with your baseline hearing health which will help you better determine if you should seek further treatment.
If you or a family member are suffering from hearing loss, now is the time to address it for better health and a better life.
You can get additional eye health tips, learn about choosing lenses, find the latest in eyewear trends, and more at vsp.com.
This plan, with premiums 100% covered by Aristocrat for all tier levels, includes comprehensive coverage with an annual eye exam and pays up to $130 towards contacts every year or glasses every 2 years.
This plan includes an annual eye exam and pays up to $150 towards contacts every year or glasses every year.
This plan has the most comprehensive coverage with an annual eye exam. This plan allows employees 1 upgrade option per year which allows for additional benefits.
You may pick from:
Note: Easy Choice Option is not available at Costco locations.
| Plan Features | VSP 130 | VSP150 | VSP Easy Choice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam every 12 months | $25 copay | $10 copay | $10 copay |
| Frames (20% off excess of allowance) | $130 allowance; Every 24 months | $150 allowance; Every 12 months | $150 allowance; Every 12 months |
| Lenses every 12 months Single Vision Bifocal Trifocal Lenticular | $25 copay | $25 copay | $10 copay |
| Lens Enhancements Standard progressive lenses Premium progressive lenses Custom progressive lenses | $0 copay $95 – $105 copay $150 – $175 copay | $0 copay $95 – $105 copay $150 – $175 copay | Upgrade available |
| Contact Lenses every 12 months ($60 exam allowance) | $130 allowance | $150 allowance | $150 allowance |
| Additional Benefits Sun care and UV protection Polycarbonate lenses (for dependent child) Retinal screening Laser correction | Not included Up to $39 copay | Included Up to $39 copay | |
See the Benefits Guide or benefit summaries for detailed plan information.
| Coverage Level | 130 | 150 | Easy Choice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employee Only | $0.00 | $1.72 | $2.82 |
| Employee + Spouse/DP | $3.48 | $5.73 | |
| Employee + Child(ren) | $3.72 | $6.13 | |
| Employee + Family | $5.98 | $9.84 |
This website highlights some of your benefit plans. Your actual rights and benefits are governed by the official plan documents. If any discrepancy exists between this communication and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail. The company reserves the right to change any benefit plan without notice. Benefits are not a guarantee of employment.
Atus.benefits@aristocrat.com
Kim Fife: Benefits Coordinator
Shawn Nelson: Benefits Analyst
Patricia Carson: Benefits Program Manager
Elsa Shedd: Benefits Director
