Vision
Enhancing Your View
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.
Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD or ARMD), describes a variety of conditions that affect the macula, and thus, central vision. While peripheral vision is what you see toward your sides, central vision is what you see directly in front of you.
According to the National Eye Institute, age-related macular degeneration affects two million people and is a leading cause of vision loss in the U.S. The risk of macular degeneration increases with age.
What are the symptoms of macular degeneration?
Dry macular degeneration symptoms usually develop gradually and painlessly.
Possible symptoms include:
What can I do about macular degeneration?
Unfortunately, there is no cure for macular degeneration, but there are treatments that may slow its progression or even improve vision. A healthy lifestyle may help reduce the risk of developing macular degeneration. Possible health choices include:
This information was prepared by Dr. Judy Nguyen, an optometrist at Bella Eye Care Optometry in Newark, CA. You can read her article in full on the VSP website at https://www.vsp.com/eyewear-wellness/ask-eye-doctor/macular-degeneration-signs.
You can always find more information on how to achieve healthier eyes and improved overall wellness 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 other calendar year |
$150 allowance; Every other calendar year |
$150 allowance; Every calendar year |
| Lenses every 12 months Single Vision Bifocal Trifocal Lenticular |
$25 copay | $10 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 |
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See the Benefits Guide or benefit summaries for detailed plan information.
| Coverage Level | 130 | 150 | Easy Choice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employee Only | $0.00 | $1.86 | $3.05 |
| Employee + Spouse/DP | $3.76 | $6.20 | |
| Employee + Child(ren) | $4.03 | $6.64 | |
| Employee + Family | $6.48 | $10.65 |