Insurance

Accepted Vision Insurance Plans

At Elk River Eye Doctors, we want your eye care to be affordable and accessible. We are confident that we can accommodate most major vision insurance providers. Most major health insurance plans also include an annual eye exam in their benefits package.

Common vision insurance plans used by our patients include:

BlueCross® BlueShield®

DavisVision®

EyeMed®

HealthPartners™

Humana®

Medica®

National Vision Administrators®

Spectera® Vision

SuperiorVision®

UCare®

UnitedHealthcare®

UMR℠

VSP®

When booking your appointment, please be prepared to supply the name of your vision insurance company, the name of your plan, and your ID number. This information will help us in case we need to obtain pre-authorization from your insurance company before performing your exam.

 

At the time of your appointment, we will ask you to show your vision insurance ID card or provide other proof of vision insurance coverage. Depending on your vision plan, we may also ask you to pay a deductible, co-pay, and/or discounted prices for the services you receive.

Vision Insurance FAQs

  • What is the difference between vision insurance and health insurance?

    While many health insurance plans include an annual eye exam, they generally cover unexpected medical expenses, which can include eye injuries. Vision insurance covers routine eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, and other eye care services.

  • What does vision insurance cover?

    Most vision insurance plans include annual vision exams, eyeglass frames, eyeglass lenses, and contact lenses in their benefits package. Check your plan for details on what is and is not included.

  • Does vision insurance cover glasses and contacts?

    Many vision insurance plans enable you to purchase eyeglasses and contacts at a discount, but it depends on your plan.

  • Can I get an eye exam without insurance?

    Yes, we accept patients with or without insurance. Please call us for an estimate of the cost of your eye exam without insurance.

Have questions about insurance?

We are happy to answer your questions about vision insurance coverage. Contact us to learn more.