Vision Insurance
The Cobb County Retiree Association offers Vision Insurance through EyeMed.
The Plan is with the Select Network with EyeMed.
EyeMed Vision Care’s Network consists of private practicing optometrists, ophthalmologists, opticians, and the nation’s leading optical retailer, LensCrafters ® . Their eye care professionals are looking forward to meeting your vision care needs.
Receiving your vision benefit is as easy as visiting your EyeMed provider. To locate providers, call 1-866-939-3633 to speak with an EyeMed Representative or go to www.enrollwitheyemed.com and choose SELECT NETWORK. Then choose “click here” to enter your address, city or zip code.
Rates
| Persons Covered | Monthly Cost |
| Retiree Only | $6.96 |
| Retiree + 1 | $13.92 |
| Retiree + 2 (Family Coverage) | $19.96 |
Plan Design
| Service | Cost | Out of Network Reimbursement |
| Exam (Dilation as Necessary) |
$10 Copay | $30 |
| Frames | $130 Allowance 20% off Balance over $130 |
$65 |
| Plastic Lenses- Single Vision | $25 Copay | $25 |
| Plastic Lenses- Bifocal | $25 Copay | $40 |
| Plastic Lenses- Trifocal | $25 Copay | $55 |
Vision Flyer with Rates, Plan Design and Cobb County Area Locations.
Contact Lenses
| Conventional Lens | $130 Allowance 15% off balance over $130 |
$104 |
| Disposable Lens | $130 Allowance 15% off balance over $130 |
$104 |
| LASIK and PRK Vision Correction Procedures | 15% off Retail or 5% off promotional pricing | N/A |
Frequency
| Exams | Once every 12 months | |
| Frames | Once every 24 months | |
| Plastic Lenses | Once every 12 months | |
| Contact Lenses in lieu of Standard Plastic Lenses | Once every 12 months | |
Additional Purchases and Out-of-pocket Expenses
Member will receive a 20% discount on remaining balance at Participating Providers beyond plan coverage, which may not be combined with any other discounts or promotional offers, and the discount does not apply to EyeMed’s Providers’ professional services or disposable contact lenses.
Benefits are not provided for services or materials arising from: orthoptic or vision training; subnormal vision aids and any associated supplemental testing; aniseikonic lenses; medical and/or surgical treatment of the eyes; corrective eyewear required by an employer as a condition of employment, and safety eyewear unless specifically covered under the plan; services provided as a result of Workers’ Compensation law; plano non-prescription lenses and non-prescription sunglasses (except for the 20% EyeMed discount); two pairs of glasses in lieu of bifocals (does not apply to Primary Plan members); services or materials provided by any other group benefit providing for vision care. Benefit allowances provide no remaining balance for future use within same benefit period. Lost or broken lenses, frames, glasses, or contact lenses will not be replaced except in the next benefit period.
Getting an eye exam is beneficial to your health!
Getting an eye exam is more than just testing your vision. Eye exams can assist in the early detection of vision conditions and health conditions such as: Glaucoma, Diabetes, Cataracts, High Blood Pressure, Astigmatism. That’s why it’s important to get an eye exam on a regular basis. Children need eye exams, too! Did you know the American Optometric Association recommends that children receive an eye exam as early as six months of age? Our nationwide provider network will be happy to assist you in servicing your vision care needs.
Lasik and PRK Benefit
EyeMed is pleased to provide all EyeMed Vision Care members with a laser vision correction benefit. EyeMed and LCA-Vision have arranged to provide his benefit to all EyeMed Vision Care members through the U.S.. Laser Network. Members are entitled to a 15% discount on the usual and customary fees for LASIK and PRK procedures, or a 5% discount on any promotional pricing, whichever is the greater benefit. One easy phone call to 1-877-5LASER6 begins the process of using your benefit. No claim forms are needed, making it a hassle free process for members.
After your initial benefits have been utilized, you are able to receive ongoing discounts on additional eyewear purchases at EyeMed provider locations, which result in discounts up to 40% off the retail price of eyewear and accessories. See your EyeMed provider for details.
Contact Lens by Mail Program
You may order replacement contact lenses for competitive prices via the internet, and have the contacts mailed directly to your home. The service is for replacement contact lenses only, and your core benefit allowance or discount will not apply to the service. Your initial pair of contact lenses must still be purchased from your eye care provider to ensure proper fit and follow-up care. Simply visit www.eyemedvisioncare.com for details, and a link to the order site.