Vision Coverage is offered through BCBSIL, who partners partners with EyeMed to provide you with an extensive network of optometrists, ophthalmologists and opticians in private practices and at optical retailers.
See if your provider is in-network HERE.
You do not need ID cards to receive services. BCBSIL will send you two ID cards showing only the employee’s name, no matter who is covered. You can request a new ID card through your online account. Get started today!
Vision Overview
| Benefit Provision | In-Network | Out-of-Network Reimbursement |
| Vision Exam | $10 copay | Up to $45 |
| Prescription Glasses |
| Single Vision Lenses | $25 copay | Up to $30 |
| Bifocal Lenses | $25 copay | Up to $50 |
| Trifocal Lenses | $25 copay | Up to $65 |
| Lenticular | $25 copay | Up to $100 |
| Frames | $0 Copay/$140 Allowance/20% off balance over $140 | Up to $70 |
| Contact Lenses |
| Conventional | $0 copay/ $140 Allowance/ 15% off balance | Up to $105 |
| Disposable | $0 copay/ $140 Allowance/ Plus balance over $140 | Up to $105 |
| Medically Necessary | $0 copay, Paid in full | Up to $210 |
| Benefit Frequency |
| Examination | Once every 12 months |
| Lenses or Contact Lenses | Once every 12 months |
| Frames | Once every 24 months |
Additional Discounts – In-Network only!
- 40% off complete pair of prescription eyeglasses
- 20% off non-prescription sunglasses
- 20% off remaining balance beyond plan coverage
The amounts below represent the employee bi-weekly contribution for the Vision plan.
| Coverage Tier | Choice Plan |
| Employee Only | $2.76 |
| Employee + 1 | $4.35 |
| Employee + 2 or More | $7.80 |
