FAQs
My vision is fine. Why do I need an eye exam?
How often should I have an eye exam?
When should children have their first eye exam?
What’s a VSP WellVision Exam®?
How are VSP doctors licensed?
Can I go to the eye doctor I’ve always seen?
How much does VSP coverage cost?
Will VSP coverage save me money?
I’d like to sign up for VSP. What do I do now?
Q. My vision is fine. Why do I need an eye exam?
A. Your eyes are your “windows to wellness.” They’re the only places on your body that provide a clear view of your blood vessels, which can tell a lot about your overall health.
A WellVision Exam® from a VSP doctor does more than just help you see well. It can also help the doctor see signs of common health conditions, like high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes.
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Q. How often should I have an eye exam?
A. We recommend that you have your eyes checked every year to keep you and your eyes healthy.
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Q. When should children have their first eye exam?
A. We recommend children have their eyes checked at 6 months.
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Q. What’s a VSP WellVision Exam®?
A. A WellVision Exam is something only VSP can offer. Our doctors do much more than a quick check of your eyes. They’ll carefully look for eye problems and signs of other health conditions.
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Q. How are VSP doctors licensed?
A. Our optometrists are Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agent (TPA) certified and our ophthalmologists are American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) certified. This means you’ll get the highest quality care when seeing a VSP doctor.
We choose our doctors carefully based on their professional licensing, work history, education, malpractice history, professional liability and ethics.
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Q. Can I go to the eye doctor I’ve always seen?
A. Most likely, because more than half of the private-practice eye doctors in the U.S. are VSP doctors. In fact, 98% of the population has two VSP doctors within 3.6 miles. Find a VSP doctor here.
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Q. How much does VSP coverage cost?
A. The company that provides your coverage (either your employer or health plan) determines your out-of-pocket costs. Talk to your benefits manager for details.
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Q. Will VSP coverage save me money?
A. Yes! Without coverage, an exam and prescription glasses can cost $300 or more. With VSP, you’ll save. And if your healthcare costs are paid through pre-tax payroll deductions, you’ll see additional savings.
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Q. I’d like to sign up for VSP. What do I do now?
A. Talk to your benefits manager or call us at 1-800-877-7195, Monday - Friday 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Pacific Time.
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