Vision plan
Lynn University provides full-time employees with a free comprehensive vision plan through EyeMed. Dependent coverage can be elected at an additional cost.
How the plan works
Lynn University’s vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care which has a national network of eyecare providers.
When you visit an EyeMed Vision Care in-network provider, you typically receive a higher level of coverage from the plan. If you visit a non-network provider, some services may not be covered and for others, you receive a lower level of coverage. In addition, with a non-network provider you must pay for services upfront and submit a claim to EyeMed Vision Care for reimbursement. How to submit an out-of-network claim.
For a complete list of in-network providers near you, use EyeMed's provider locator or call 1-866-299-1358.
| Coverage level | Bi-weekly rate |
|---|---|
| Employee only | University paid |
| Employee + spouse | $1.36 |
| Employee + children | $1.51 |
| Employee + family | $2.94 |
What the plan covers
Download the EyeMed member's app, or create an online account to view full benefit details, track claims, and get special offers.
The vision plan covers specific vision services and eyewear as described in this section. Co-pays and limits apply to some benefits and your coverage varies depending on whether you see an in-network or non-network provider.
The vision plan covers one eye exam per year. Prescription glasses and contacts are covered by the vision plan as follows:
Lenses and frames
- One pair of frames is covered every two years.
- Up to one pair of lenses is covered per year.
- Tints, coatings, progressive lenses and other lens options are not covered but may be purchased at a discounted cost from your EyeMed in-network provider.
Contacts
- One pair of elective contacts is covered per year. However, if you choose elective contacts, you are not covered for glasses in the same year. Additionally, you are not eligible for frames until the second year following the year you receive elective contacts. For example, if you choose contacts in 2022, frames will not be covered until 2024.
- One pair of medically necessary contacts is covered in full by the plan per year if required for certain medical conditions. Medical necessity is defined in the plan document for this benefit.
Plan costs
For additional information please visit www.eyemed.com or call +1-866-299-1358
Benefit Snapshot
| Benefit | In-network | Out-of-network reimbursement |
|---|---|---|
| Exam, with dilation as necessary (once every 12 months) | $15 co-pay | Up to $30 |
| Frames (once every 24 months) | $0 co-pay, $100 allowance; 20% off balance over $100 | Up to $50 |
| Single vision lenses (once every 12 months) | $25 co-pay | Up to $25 |
| Contacts (once every 12 months) | $0 co-pay, $100 allowance; plus balance over $100 | Up to $80 |
LASIK surgery discounts
EyeMed Vision Care includes savings on laser vision correction surgery. EyeMed has a nationwide network of refractive surgeons who specialize in the elective procedures of photo-refractive keratotomy (PRK) and LASIK. These providers offer EyeMed members a 15% discount off their usual and customary surgical fees for these procedures or a 5% discount off the promotional price. For a complete list of providers, please call +1 877-5LASER6.
What is not covered
The vision plan does not cover vision services and eyewear if they are covered, in whole or in part, under any medical plan.
- Orthoptics or vision training and any associated supplemental testing
- Plano nonprescription lenses
- Two pairs of glasses instead of bifocals
- Replacement of lost or broken lenses and frames paid for by the plan
- Medical or surgical treatment of the eyes (except Lasik or PRK)
- Corrective vision services, treatments and materials of an experimental nature