Start the Year Right: How to Maximize Your VSP Vision and Aetna Medical Benefits

A new year means fresh opportunities to prioritize your health - including your vision. Our eye doctors in Scotch Plains, NJ are here to help you get the most out of your VSP vision benefits, Aetna medical benefits, and the additional insurance plans we accept. Understanding what your benefits cover can make it easier to stay proactive with your vision care and reduce out-of-pocket costs throughout the year.

 

Schedule Your Comprehensive Eye Exam Early

VSP typically covers a yearly comprehensive eye exam, which evaluates both your prescription and overall eye health. Scheduling early in the year ensures you detect any changes quickly and gives you time to use your eyewear allowance before the year gets busy.

 

Our team provides comprehensive eye exams in Scotch Plains designed to check for refractive changes, eye strain, computer vision issues, and early signs of disease.

 

Use Your Eyeglass or Contact Lens Allowance

VSP plans often include an annual allowance for eyeglass frames, lenses, or contact lenses. If you have money available to you, putting it toward updated eyewear can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket cost.

 

Explore Enhanced Lens Options

Many VSP members are surprised to learn that premium lens upgrades - such as blue-light protection, high-index lenses, or progressive lenses - may be partially covered as well.

 

Book a Medical Eye Exam for Health-Related Concerns

While VSP covers routine vision care, Aetna medical insurance often helps cover medical eye exams and treatment for eye health conditions. Medical eye exams differ from routine vision exams. These appointments are billed through your medical insurance and focus on diagnosing and managing conditions such as:

  • Dry eye disease

  • Eye allergies

  • Glaucoma

  • Macular degeneration

  • Diabetes-related eye concerns

  • Injuries, infections, or sudden vision changes

 

If you’re experiencing discomfort, flashes, floaters, redness, or vision loss, a medical eye exam is likely covered by your Aetna plan.

 

Additional Insurance Plans We Accept

Beyond VSP and Aetna, Eye Care Center of North Jersey proudly accepts a wide range of vision and medical insurance plans to make high-quality eye care more accessible. Additional insurances include:

  • AmeriHealth

  • Anthem

  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield

  • Meritain Health

  • Oxford

  • UMR

  • Clover Health

  • EmblemHealth

  • Humana

  • Spectera

  • AARP

 

If you're unsure about coverage, our staff is happy to verify your benefits and explain your options before your visit.

 

Start the Year With Clear, Confident Vision

Your insurance benefits are designed to support your health - don’t let them go unused. Whether you need a routine vision exam, a new pair of glasses, or a medical eye evaluation, our experienced eye doctors in Scotch Plains are here to help you maximize your coverage and protect your vision all year long.

 

Contact Eye Care Center of North Jersey to schedule your eye exam and maximize your vision benefits early. Visit our office in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, or call (908) 322-8040 to book an appointment today.