Clear guidance to help you understand how your medical or vision insurance can be used for your eye care needs.
Vision and Medical Insurance at Bay View Eye Care Center
Eye Care That Works with Your Insurance
Which of Our Services Are Covered by Medical Insurance?
Medical insurance may apply when your visit involves an eye health concern or a medically necessary evaluation. This includes:
- Monitoring or managing conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, or macular degeneration.
- Visits for symptoms including sudden vision changes, eye pain, redness, or injury.
- Medical testing or follow-up care related to an ocular condition.
Which of Our Services Are Covered by Vision Insurance?
Vision insurance typically supports routine care and optical needs. This often includes:
- Comprehensive eye exams for updating glasses or contact lens prescriptions.
- Allowances for frames, lenses, and certain types of contact lenses.
- Benefits for progressive lenses or dedicated computer and office lenses.
Paying Out of Pocket, FSA, and HSA
If you prefer to pay out of pocket or do not have insurance coverage, we will walk you through your options and provide clear, upfront pricing. Many patients also use Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA) to pay for eligible services, glasses, and contact lenses.
Vision Plans
VSP
EyeMed
Medical Plans
Medicare
United Healthcare
Aetna
Cigna
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
