Use It or Lose It: How to Maximize Your Vision Plan Before the Year Ends

As the end of the year approaches, now is the perfect time to make the most of your vision plan benefits. Many patients don’t realize that most vision plans reset on January 1st - meaning if you don’t use your benefits before December 31st, you lose them. Whether it’s time for new glasses, contact lenses, or an updated prescription, your eye doctor in Scotch Plains can help you take full advantage of your coverage.
 

Schedule Your Comprehensive Eye Exam

The first step in maximizing your benefits is scheduling a comprehensive eye exam in Scotch Plains. Regular exams not only ensure your prescription is accurate but also help detect early signs of eye diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. Even if you feel your vision is fine, annual exams are essential to maintaining lifelong eye health.
 

Upgrade Your Glasses and Lenses

If you’ve noticed eye strain, glare, or fatigue from extended screen time, it may be time to update your lenses. Modern lens technology offers a variety of upgrades that can enhance your visual experience, such as anti-reflective coatings to reduce glare, blue-light protection for digital comfort, and photochromic lenses that adjust automatically to changing light conditions.

For those needing multiple prescriptions, progressive lenses provide seamless vision correction at all distances. Using your vision plan to invest in premium lens options and coatings can greatly improve your daily comfort and protect your eyes for the long term.
 

Refresh Your Look with New Frames

If your plan includes an allowance for eyewear, now is the time to explore the latest styles. Whether you’re looking for classic or modern designs, investing in new frames can improve both your vision and your confidence. Our optical team can help you find a pair that fits your face, lifestyle, and personal style - all while staying within your plan benefits.
 

Stock Up on Contact Lenses

Many patients forget that their vision plan can also cover contact lenses. If you wear contacts regularly, this is a great opportunity to stock up on contact lenses for the coming months. By ordering before the end of the year, you can use your remaining benefits to save money on your next supply.
 

Maximize Your Benefits at Eye Care Center of North Jersey

Appointments tend to fill up quickly as the year comes to an end. Scheduling your exam early ensures you’ll have time to order new eyewear or lenses before your benefits expire. Unused benefits don’t roll over to the new year, so now is the time to act.

Contact Eye Care Center of North Jersey to schedule your comprehensive eye exam and make the most of your vision benefits before they’re gone! Visit our office in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, or call (908) 322-8040 to book an appointment today.