As the year winds down, many of us focus on wrapping up our annual to-do lists, preparing for holidays, and making resolutions for the upcoming year. However, one important task often overlooked is taking full advantage of your vision insurance benefits before they expire.
Vision insurance can provide significant savings on essential eye care, but many people forget to use these benefits before the clock strikes midnight on December 31st.
If you’re in Norfolk, VA, now is the perfect time to visit Envision Ghent Optometry to ensure your eye health is in top shape and you maximize your insurance coverage.
Why Use Your Vision Insurance Now?
Your vision insurance benefits typically operate annually, with most plans resetting on January 1st. This means that any unused benefits will be lost if not used by the end of the year.
Unlike your phone's data plan, unused vision benefits do not roll over to the next year—they simply disappear. By utilizing your benefits before the year ends, you not only ensure optimal eye health but also get the most out of the investment you’ve made in your insurance plan.
How to Use Your Benefits at Envision Ghent Optometry
Our eye clinic in Norfolk provides a range of eye care services to meet all your vision needs. Here are some ways you can use your insurance benefits before the end of the year:
1. Comprehensive Eye Exams
An eye exam is an excellent way to check on your eye health and overall well-being. These exams can detect changes in your prescription and early signs of diseases like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. If your insurance plan includes an annual eye exam, make sure you schedule yours.
2. Prescription Eyeglasses and Sunglasses
If your vision insurance provides an allowance for eyewear, now is the time to treat yourself to a new pair of glasses. Whether you need prescription eyeglasses for daily use or sunglasses for those sunny VA days, Envision Ghent Optometry has a fantastic selection of frames to suit every style and budget.
3. Contact Lens Fittings and Purchases
For those who wear contact lenses, many vision insurance plans include coverage for contact lens fittings or provide discounts on lenses. Whether you’re considering switching to contacts or need to replenish your supply, using your benefits now will help you save money.
4. Dry Eye Treatment
Envision Ghent Optometry offers specialized treatment for dry eye syndrome, a common condition that can cause discomfort, irritation, and even affect your quality of vision. If you have been experiencing symptoms like burning, itching, or dryness, your insurance may cover diagnostic evaluations or treatment options.
5. LASIK and Refractive Surgery Co-Management
Are you considering LASIK or other refractive surgeries? Our eye doctor provides co-management services to guide you through the pre-and post-operative process. Some vision insurance plans may offer discounts on these services, so check if this applies to you.
Understanding Our Direct Care Model
Envision Ghent Optometry has been a Direct Care provider since March 2021. We are considered out-of-network providers for many vision plans. We can still look up your benefits and submit the out-of-network insurance claim, making it easy to use your vision plan benefits. This model offers more value and freedom of choice for our patients. Learn more about our Direct Care model.
Maximize Your Vision Benefits in Norfolk, VA
Envision Ghent Optometry is here to help you get the most out of your vision insurance benefits while ensuring you receive the best possible care for your eyes. Our team, led by Dr. Nathalie Cassis, is committed to providing personalized and professional eye care for patients of all ages.
Don’t let your vision insurance benefits go to waste! Schedule an appointment with us in Norfolk and make your eye health a priority. Whether you need an eye exam, new glasses, or treatment for a specific eye condition, we’re here to help you see clearly and comfortably into the new year.