Vision Coverage

Ohio University vision coverage is administered by Vision Service Plan (VSP) and varies depending on employment type. View EnVision VSPs newsletter- your insider to eye health, eyewear fashion and trends.

Administrative & Faculty Vision

(VSP Access Plan)

Exams:  The plan pays $25 for an exam every 12 months; the plan also pays for one of the following every 24 months for adults and every 12 months for *children:

• Single Vision Lenses: $45
• Bifocals: $55
• Trifocals: $75
• Contact Lens: $45
• Medically Necessary Contact Lens: $150

*VSP covers dependent children over the age of 19 at the adult benefit level.

Classified & Bargaining Unit Vision

(VSP Full Service Plan)

 Exams:  VSP will pay for one exam for an adult every 24 months and every 12 months for a dependent *child.

Glasses: VSP covers the following every 24 months for adults and every 12 months for dependent *children (Reimbursement amount depends on agreement between VSP and provider of services):

• Lenses
• Contact Lens
• Frames

*VSP covers dependent children over the age of 19 at the adult benefit level.

 

For further details, visit the VSP website https://www.vsp.com/ or call VSP at 1-800-877-7195.

In order to receive your vision benefits, follow the convenient steps below:

1. Call a VSP member doctor for an appointment and identify yourself as a VSP member.  You aren't required to complete any up-front paperwork or obtain a benefit form.
2. After you've scheduled your appointment, the VSP member doctor will contact VSP to verify your eligibility and plan coverage.  The doctor will also obtain authorization for services and materials.  If you're not eligible for benefits at that time, the doctor will communicate that information to you.