Vision

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Like most of our benefit programs, you have several options for vision coverage, depending upon your needs.  To determine which will work best for you, consider the following:

  1. The EyeMed plan provides the most in depth coverage, with co payments for most services, then the plan pays the rest.  The chart below summarizes the EyeMed plan benefits.  You enroll in the EyeMed plan during your first 31 days of employment, or annually during Open Enrollment.  You pay the cost of the EyeMed plan.

To locate providers in the EyeMed network click here and select "Access" from the drop down menu in the Select a Network box.  

EyeMed Vision Care Plan

Vision Care Services In-Network Member Cost

Out-of-Network Allowance
Exam with dilation as necessary $10 co-pay Up to $70

Frames
Any available frame
at provider location 		$130 allowance, 20% off balance over $130  Up to $100

Standard Plastic Lenses
Single vision $10 co-pay Up to $80
Bifocal $10 co-pay Up to $110
Trifocal $10 co-pay Up to $150
Lens Options
UV coating $15 N/A
Tint (solid and gradient) $15 N/A
Standard scratch-resistance $15 N/A
Standard polycarbonate $0 Up to $26 
Standard anti-reflective coating $45 N/A
Other add-ons and services 20% off retail price N/A
Contact Lenses
(Contact lens allowance includes fit, follow-up and materials)
Conventional $130 allowance, 15% off balance over $130 Up to $100
Disposable $130 allowance, plus balance over $130 Up to $100
Medically necessary Paid-in-full Up to $200
Laser Vision Correction
Lasik or PRK 15% off retail price or 5% off promotional price N/A
Frequency
Examination Once every
12 months 		Once every
12 months
Frame Once every
12 months		 Once every
12 months
Lenses or contact lenses Once every
12 months		 Once every
12 months

2. In addition, if you participate in a BCBSMA medical or dental plan, you are eligible for vision discounts through BCBSMA's affiliation with Davis Vision.

Both medical plans available through BCBSMA cover a routine eye exam every 24 months. So if your vision care expenses are limited, you may not need additional coverage.

Vision Discounts through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts now offers special discounts on a variety of products and procedures that help you get the most out of our vision savings.

Save on Laser Vision Correction Procedures*
It's time to start believing your eyes! You may be eligible for up to a 25% discount on laser vision correction procedures or a 5% discount on other advertised specials (whichever saves you more). Check with a Davis Vision laser vision correction provider for details and to discuss if you are a candidate for a laser vision correction procedure.

Discounts at Eyewear Retailers
Your Blue Cross Blue Shield ID card is your key to 25% savings on frames and lenses and 20% savings on dailywear contact lenses (10% on disposables) at over 1,500 participating eyewear retailers in New England and over 13,000 retailers nationwide.

To find a participating Davis Vision eyewear discount provider, just call 1-800-515-3388 or visit the Davis Vision website at www.davisvision.com.  Make sure to have your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ID number handy.

Contact Lenses Never Looked So Good
If you're in the market for replacement contact lenses and solutions, you can enjoy special savings** and the convenience of mail order delivery through the Lens 123® program.

To get started, just call 1-800-LENS-123 and identify yourself as a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts member.  Then fax or send in your current contact lens prescription. Most orders will ship within 24 hours of faxing in a valid prescription or calling in a reorder.

*Some Davis Vision LVC providers may charge a flat fee in lieu of the above described discounts. Members should check with the participating providers for specific discount details.

Visit the dedicated BCBSMA and OneBeacon site for full plan details and discounts.