Vision coverage for G.E.H.A members
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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.
What you pay for common vision services for you and your family
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Vision options
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Item
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EyeMed Network
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Eye examinations
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One per person every calendar year
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In-network: $20 copay
Out-of-network: Up to a $45 allowance |
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Frames
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Any available frame at in-network provider location
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60% of the retail price
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Eyeglass lenses (pair)
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Plastic single vision
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Up to $50
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Plastic bifocal
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Up to $70
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Plastic trifocal
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Up to $105
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Standard progressive lens
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Up to $135
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Premium progressive lens
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80% of the retail price
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Eyeglass lens options
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UV treatment, tint (solid and gradient), standard plastic scratch coating
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$15
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Standard polycarbonate
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$40
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Standard anti-reflective coating
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$45
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Photochromatic/transitions plastic, premium anti-reflective, other add-ons
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80% of the retail price
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Contact lenses
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Conventional
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85% of the retail price
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Disposable
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Full retail price
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Additional pairs
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Eyeglasses (complete pair)
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60% of the retail price
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Contacts (conventional lenses)
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85% of the retail price
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Vision options
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Item
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EyeMed Network
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Vision options
Eye examinations
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Item
One per person every calendar year
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EyeMed Network
In-network: $20 copay
Out-of-network: Up to a $45 allowance |
Vision options
Frames
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Item
Any available frame at in-network provider location
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EyeMed Network
60% of the retail price
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Vision options
Eyeglass lenses (pair)
|
Item
Plastic single vision
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EyeMed Network
Up to $50
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Vision options
|
Item
Plastic bifocal
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EyeMed Network
Up to $70
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Vision options
|
Item
Plastic trifocal
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EyeMed Network
Up to $105
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Vision options
|
Item
Standard progressive lens
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EyeMed Network
Up to $135
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Vision options
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Item
Premium progressive lens
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EyeMed Network
80% of the retail price
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Vision options
Eyeglass lens options
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Item
UV treatment, tint (solid and gradient), standard plastic scratch coating
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EyeMed Network
$15
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Vision options
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Item
Standard polycarbonate
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EyeMed Network
$40
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Vision options
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Item
Standard anti-reflective coating
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EyeMed Network
$45
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Vision options
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Item
Photochromatic/transitions plastic, premium anti-reflective, other add-ons
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EyeMed Network
80% of the retail price
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Vision options
Contact lenses
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Item
Conventional
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EyeMed Network
85% of the retail price
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Vision options
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Item
Disposable
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EyeMed Network
Full retail price
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Vision options
Additional pairs
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Item
Eyeglasses (complete pair)
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EyeMed Network
60% of the retail price
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Vision options
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Item
Contacts (conventional lenses)
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EyeMed Network
85% of the retail price
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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.
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Obtain vision care:
- In-network providers will file a claim on your behalf, and you will only be responsible for the remaining balance.
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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.
To use your vision discount, start by locating a provider.
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These benefits are neither offered nor guaranteed under contract with the FEHB, PSHB, or FEDVIP Programs but are made available to all Enrollees who become members of a G.E.H.A health plan and their eligible family members.

