Vision
If you possess vision care needs that go beyond basic annual exams, this coverage may be the perfect fit for you. The vision care plan offers you the opportunity to elect affordable, high-quality eye care coverage – including exams, lenses, frames and contact lenses – through Vision Service Plan (VSP). The vision care plan provides coverage to help with your own and your family's vision care expenses. As a participant of this plan, services can be received from any VSP network provider or out-of-network provider. However, you get the best value from your VSP benefit when you visit a VSP network provider.
All plan features shown as in-network benefits. Non-network coverage (non-VSP providers) is also available at a reduced benefit level. Please refer to the official plan documents for additional details on out-of-network coverage.
| Plan Feature | Advantage Vision Plan | Value Vision Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Well-vision exam Once per calendar year |
$10 copay | $10 copay |
| Prescription glasses Standard lenses Single vision, lined bifocal, lined trifocal Lens options
|
$25 copay Every calendar year Included in prescription glasses Copay $50 copay Copay of $80 – $90 Copay of $120 – $160 |
$25 copay Every calendar year Included in prescription glasses Copay $55 copay Copay of $95 – $105 Copay of $150 – $175 |
| Frames | Every calendar year $170 allowance ($95 for Costco) |
Every other calendar year $170 allowance ($95 for Costco) |
| Contact lenses Instead of eyeglasses |
Every calendar year $150 allowance for contacts $25 copay for contact lens exam (filling and evaluation) |
Every other calendar year $150 allowance for contacts $25 copay for contact lens exam |
VSP doctor networks:
Advantage Vision Plan - VSP Signature Network
Value Vision Plan - VSP Choice Network
Visit the VSP website or call 1-800-877-7195.
An ID card and claim form are not required to use VSP benefits. Simply follow these steps:
1. Find a VSP network doctor at www.vsp.com or call 1-800-877-7195. You are responsible for checking your provider’s membership in the VSP network before you receive services.
2. Make an appointment and tell the doctor you are a VSP member.
3. Your doctor and VSP will handle the rest.
Register now on the VSP website
To register use your VSP ID, member name, and date of birth. Your VSP ID is your Social Security number.
The way you pay for vision services depends on the type of provider you use:
- VSP Network Provider – Contact your VSP provider to schedule an appointment. Let the provider know that you have VSP coverage, and ask the provider to obtain an authorization for you. At the time of your visit, pay the provider the required copayment and overages.
- Non-VSP Provider – Pay the provider directly, and submit a claim for reimbursement. Claim forms are available at www.vsp.com or by calling 1-800-877-7195. You must file claims within six months of the date services are received. You will need to provide all of the following information on your VSP claim form:
- Your provider's bill, including a detailed list of the services you received
- Your VSP identification number
- Your name, phone number and address
- The company name: Barnes Group Inc.
- The patient's name, date of birth, phone number and address (if different from yours)
- The patient's relationship to you (for example, self, spouse, child)
Typically, medical insurance provides coverage for routine preventive eye exams. However, VSP coverage helps to supplement your medical insurance by providing comprehensive coverage for exams allowances to purchase glasses or contact lenses, and discounts on laser eye surgery.
