Vision Summary
Make Eye Health a Priority with VSP
Your health comes first with Vision Service Plan (VSP) and Washoe County. Take a look at your VSP vision care coverage.
Routine eye exams have saved lives.
Did you know an eye exam is the only non-invasive way to view blood vessels in your body? Your VSP network doctor can detect signs of more than 270 health conditions during your annual eye exam-including diabetes and high blood pressure, as well as eye conditions such as glaucoma and diabetic eye disease.*
The choice is yours!
With private practice doctors, Visionworks®, or Eyemart Express retail locations to choose from nationwide, getting the most out of your benefits is easy at a VSP Premier Edge location.
Provider Network: VSP Choice
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Your Coverage with a VSP Doctor
| Benefit | Description | CoPay | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| WellVision Exam |
Focuses on your eyes and overall wellness. Routine retinal screening. |
$10 copay (exam and glasses) | Every 12 months |
| Essential Medical Eye Care |
Retinal imaging for members with diabetes covered-in-full. Additional exams and services beyond routine care to treat immediate issues from pink eye to sudden changes in vision or to monitor ongoing conditions such as dry eye, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, and more. Coordination with your medical coverage may apply. Ask your VSP network doctor for details. |
$20 per exam | As needed |
| Frames |
$195 Featured Frame Brands allowance. $175 frame allowance. 20% savings on the amount over your allowance. $95 Walmart/Sam's Club/Costco frame allowance. |
$0 after allowance Combined w/exam |
Every 12 months |
| Lenses | Single vision, lined bifocal, or lined trifocal lenses. Impact-resistant lenses for dependent children. | $0 | Every 12 months |
| Lens Enhancements |
Standard progressive lenses. Premium progressive lenses. Custom progressive lenses. Average savings of 30% on other enhancements. |
$0 $95-$105 $150-$175 |
Every 12 months |
| Contacts (instead of glasses) |
$150 allowance for contacts; copya does not apply Contact lens exam(fitting and evaluation) |
Up to $60 | Every 12 months |
Additional Savings
- 20% savings on unlimited additional pairs of glasses or sunglasses within 12 months of your last exam.
- Average 15% savings on laser vision correction.
- Member extras including contact lens rebates and satisfaction guarantees.
- Save up to 60% on digital hearing aids through TruHearing®.
Coverage with an Out-of-Network Doctor
If you choose an out-of-network provider, reimbursement amounts include:
- Exam: up to $45
- Frame: up to $70
- Single Vision Lenses: up to $30
- Lined Bifocal Lenses: up to $50
- Lined Trifocal Lenses: up to $65
- Progressive Lenses: up to $50
- Contacts: up to $105
Create an Account or Get Help
Visit vsp.com to learn more, find a provider, or manage your benefits.
Questions? Call 800-877-7195 (TTY: 711).
Coverage information is subject to change. In the event of a conflict between this summary and your organization’s contract, the contract will prevail.