Benefits

Vision Plans - Overview

The University of Kentucky offers the EyeMed vision plan which provides savings on eye exams, contact lenses, lens options and accessories, as well as laser vision correction procedures.  The EyeMed network consists of University of Kentucky private practice opticians, optometrists, ophthalmologists, LensCrafters, Sears, JCPenney's, Target and a variety of network providers nationwide.

Enrollment Options

You may enroll from your office computer or in the comfort of your own home with your own computer. Click here for more information.

Please note, while the information on this site provides an overview of the vision plan, we recommend members become familiar with the specifics of their plan prior to receiving care.  For a more detailed description on the EyeMed vision plan, information regarding participating providers, and claims inquires contact EyeMed Customer Service at (866)723-0596 or visit www.enrollwitheyemed.com/access

Summary of Vision Plan Benefits

Vision Care Services

Member Cost

Out-of-Network Allowance

Exam with Dilation as Necessary

$10 copay

$40

Exam Options :

   
Standard contact lens fit & follow-up $55 N/A
Premium contact lens fit & follow-up 10% off retail price N/A
Frames:    

Any frame available at provider location

$100 allowance, 20% off balance over $100

Up to $45

Standard Plastic Lenses:

 

 

Single Vision

$10 copay

$40

Bifocal

$10 copay

$60

Trifocal

$10 copay

$80

Lens Options:

 

 

UV Coating

$15

N/A

Tint (solid and gradient)

$15

N/A

Standard scratch resistance

$15

N/A

Standard polycarbonate

$40

N/A

Standard progressive (add-on to bifocal)

$65

N/A

Standard anti-reflective coating

$45

N/A

Other add-ons and services

20% off retail price

N/A

Contact Lenses: (Includes materials only)

 

 

Conventional

$0 copay, $105 allowance, 15% off balance over $105

Up to $100

Disposable

$0 copay, $105 allowance, plus balance over $105

Up to $100

Medically necessary

$0 copay, paid-in-full

Up to $200

Laser Vision Correction:

 

 

Lasik or PRK

15% off retail price OR 5% off promotional price

N/A

Frequency:

 

 

Examination

Once every 12 months

 

Frame

Once every 24 months

 

Lenses or contact lenses

Once every 12 months