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Vision coverage for G.E.H.A members

Keep your vision health a priority with Connection Vision® powered by EyeMed®.

Vision health is important to us at G.E.H.A, and that's why we include vision coverage for our members at no additional cost.

G.E.H.A HDHP and MAPD members have vision coverage through their health plans. For more information about that coverage visit:

All other G.E.H.A members receive a vision plan at no additional cost through Connection Vision^® powered by EyeMed^®:

FEHB Standard, High, Elevate and Elevate Plus health members
PSHB Standard and High health members
FEDVIP Standard and High dental members
Connection Dental Plus members

Connection Vision coverage highlights:

Annual eye exam with a $20 copay at qualified EyeMed providers.
Access to one of the nation's largest networks including independent eye doctors, regional and national retail providers such as LensCrafters, Target, and online providers such as contactsdirect.com, glasses.com and ray-ban.com.
Savings on lenses, frames, and specialty items such as tints, scratch coating, and polycarbonate lenses.
Savings on laser correction procedures at participating U.S. Laser Network locations.

Item	EyeMed Network
Eye examinations	One per person every calendar year	In-network: $20 copay Out-of-network: Up to a $45 allowance
Frames	Any available frame at in-network provider location	60% of the retail price
Eyeglass lenses (pair)	Plastic single vision	Up to $50
	Plastic bifocal	Up to $70
	Plastic trifocal	Up to $105
	Standard progressive lens	Up to $135
	Premium progressive lens	80% of the retail price
Eyeglass lens options	UV treatment, tint (solid and gradient), standard plastic scratch coating	$15
	Standard polycarbonate	$40
	Standard anti-reflective coating	$45
	Photochromatic/transitions plastic, premium anti-reflective, other add-ons	80% of the retail price
Contact lenses	Conventional	85% of the retail price
	Disposable	Full retail price
Additional pairs	Eyeglasses (complete pair)	60% of the retail price
	Contacts (conventional lenses)	85% of the retail price

Vision options	Item	EyeMed Network
	Vision options Eye examinations	Item One per person every calendar year	EyeMed Network In-network: $20 copay Out-of-network: Up to a $45 allowance	Vision options Frames	Item Any available frame at in-network provider location	EyeMed Network 60% of the retail price	Vision options Eyeglass lenses (pair)	Item Plastic single vision	EyeMed Network Up to $50	Vision options	Item Plastic bifocal	EyeMed Network Up to $70	Vision options	Item Plastic trifocal	EyeMed Network Up to $105	Vision options	Item Standard progressive lens	EyeMed Network Up to $135	Vision options	Item Premium progressive lens	EyeMed Network 80% of the retail price	Vision options Eyeglass lens options	Item UV treatment, tint (solid and gradient), standard plastic scratch coating	EyeMed Network $15	Vision options	Item Standard polycarbonate	EyeMed Network $40	Vision options	Item Standard anti-reflective coating	EyeMed Network $45	Vision options	Item Photochromatic/transitions plastic, premium anti-reflective, other add-ons	EyeMed Network 80% of the retail price	Vision options Contact lenses	Item Conventional	EyeMed Network 85% of the retail price	Vision options	Item Disposable	EyeMed Network Full retail price	Vision options Additional pairs	Item Eyeglasses (complete pair)	EyeMed Network 60% of the retail price	Vision options	Item Contacts (conventional lenses)	EyeMed Network 85% of the retail price

Frames, lens and lens option discounts apply only when purchasing a complete pair of eyeglasses. There is no limit on the number of discounted glasses or contacts you can purchase each year.

If you are a Medicare member, you will need to follow the out-of-network claim process below for reimbursement.

Vision coverage information

Upon enrolling in a G.E.H.A plan that qualifies, you will automatically be enrolled in Connection Vision.
You will receive a separate vision ID card from EyeMed with a benefit summary. For detailed information regarding your Connection Vision benefits, review the Connection Vision brochure. To request a physical copy, contact Member Services at 1-877-808-8538.
Find an in-network provider.
Obtain vision care:
1. In-network providers will file a claim on your behalf, and you will only be responsible for the remaining balance.
2. For out-of-network services, you will need to pay for the services in full and then submit an out-of-network claim form along with a copy of the itemized bill for reimbursement to the following address:
  EyeMed Vision Care
  Attn: OON Claims
  P.O. Box 8504
  Mason, OH 45040-7111
To see claim plan information, sign in to your MyG.E.H.A member portal and click the My Vision Account button.
For any questions or assistance, contact EyeMed Member Services at 1-877-808-8538.

Frame, lens and lens option discounts apply only when purchasing a complete pair of eyeglasses. If purchased separately, members receive a 20% discount off the retail price. Member receives a 20% discount on items not covered by the plan at network Providers, which cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotional offers. Discount does not apply to EyeMed Provider's professional services or contact lenses. Limitations and exclusions apply. There are certain brand name Vision Materials in which the manufacturer imposes a no-discount practice. Underwritten by Combined Insurance Company of America, 5050 Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640, except in New York.

This is a brief description of the features of Government Employees Health Association, Inc.'s health plans. Before making a final decision, please read the G.E.H.A Federal brochures which are available at geha.com/PlanBrochure. All benefits are subject to the definitions, limitations and exclusions set forth in the Federal brochures.

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Vision coverage for G.E.H.A members

What you pay for common vision services for you and your family

Vision coverage information

To use your vision discount, start by locating a provider.

We reinvest our dollars to ensure our plans and member experience are second to none.

G.E.H.A plans are packed with the extra features and benefits federal employees want most.

Visit the G.E.H.A formulary to learn about the coverage and costs for your prescriptions.

We have 1.7 million providers in our national network — plus worldwide coverage for access to health care while traveling abroad.

We're the benefits provider of choice for 2+ million federal employees, retirees and their families.

G.E.H.A plans are packed with the extra features and benefits federal employees want most.

Visit the G.E.H.A formulary to learn about the coverage and costs for your prescriptions.

We have 1.7 million providers in our national network — plus worldwide coverage for access to health care while traveling abroad.

We offer two comprehensive dental plans with the right coverage for every stage of life.

G.E.H.A plans are packed with the extra features and benefits federal employees want most.

Both G.E.H.A dental plans include no in-network deductibles with over 450,000 provider locations nationwide.

Founded by Postal workers 88 years ago to protect the health and well-being of federal employees.

Our Customer Care team can be reached Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Eastern time.

Agency benefits professionals, this is your one-stop shop for Open Season support.

Vision coverage for G.E.H.A members

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What you pay for common vision services for you and your family

Vision coverage information

To use your vision discount, start by locating a provider.