Vision reimbursement frequency
| Type | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Examinations, spectacle lenses and contact lenses | Once every calendar year |
| Frames | Once every two calendar years |
Vision coverage information
- Upon enrolling in a G.E.H.A insurance 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 877.808.8538.
- Find an in-network provider
- Obtain vision care
a. In-network providers will file a claim on your behalf and you will only be responsible for the remaining balance.
b. 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 information/plan information, sign in to your G.E.H.A web account and click the My Vision Account button.
- For any questions or assistance, contact EyeMed Member Services at 877.808.8538.
Standard/premium progressive lenses not covered – fund as a bifocal lens. Members receive a 20% discount on items not covered by the plan at network providers that cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotional offers. Discount does not apply to network providers' 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. Benefit allowances provide no remaining balance for future use within the same benefit frequency. Underwritten by Combined Insurance Company of America, 5050 Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640, except in New York.
The supplemental vision services and pricing options list above are covered outside of the HDHP and are not subject to the Plan deductible. Benefits are based on a calendar year. The Plan allows the member to receive either contacts and frame, or frame and lens services. Any unused portion of the funded benefit cannot be applied to offset the cost of additional services.
1These benefits are neither offered nor guaranteed under contract with the FEHB or PSHB Programs but are made available to all Enrollees who become members of a G.E.H.A health plan and their eligible family members.
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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