Vision

Consider what vision coverage has to offer. It provides access to the largest national network of providers through VSP, benefits to help cover frames and lenses, discounts and more.

Coverage summary

  • Annual eye exam ― Covered in full.
  • Frames ― $150 to $200 allowance (depending on type of frame) after just a $20 copay. You also get an extra $50 to spend on Featured Frame Brands, on top of your allowance.
  • Lens ― Single vision, lined bifocal or lined trifocal lenses come with prescription glasses with no added copay.
  • Lens enhancements ― Options available include UV protection and standard progressive lenses with no added copay, as well as custom/premium lenses at an additional cost.
  • Contact lenses (instead of glasses) ― A contact lenses exam (up to a $60 copay applies) and a $130 allowance toward the cost of contacts.
  • Other services and savings ― Access to in-network savings on desired brands through eyeconic.com, discounts for costs over your allowance, savings on additional glasses, sunglasses and laser vision correction, routine retinal screening ($39 copay applies), and diabetic eye care services ($20 copay applies).
  • Hearing aid discounts ― TruHearing makes hearing aids affordable through exclusive savings to all VSP Vision Care members. As a VSP member, take advantage of discounts on hearing aids, plus one year of follow-up visits for fittings and adjustments, free hearing aid batteries and more. Learn more.

Make your choice

Other considerations

You have coverage flexibility.

  • Select a coverage that works best for you and your family. Learn about tiers and eligibility.
  • Your costs depend on the coverage tier you elect (see 2025 vision contributions).

Maximize your vision coverage throughout the year

Get the most out of your vision plan with low out-of-pocket costs while getting access to great eye doctors and high-quality eyewear. Read the benefit summary and consider six tips from VSP.

Decide if additional vision coverage is right for you. Remember that coverage for an eye exam is available through Dow Aetna medical plans if you choose not to enroll in the VSP vision care option. As you consider whether or not to enroll, ask yourself:

  • How much vision coverage do I need?
  • Does anyone in my family wear glasses or contact lenses?
  • Does anyone in my family have special eye care needs (e.g., glaucoma)?

Other considerations

Decide if additional vision coverage is right for you. Remember that coverage for an eye exam is available through Dow Aetna medical plans if you choose not to enroll in the VSP vision care option. As you consider whether or not to enroll, ask yourself:

  • How much vision coverage do I need?
  • Does anyone in my family wear glasses or contact lenses?
  • Does anyone in my family have special eye care needs (e.g., glaucoma)?