Protecting yourself from the sun’s UV rays is an important part of keeping your eyes healthy, yet many people forget when they’re out and about in the sun. Find out how to claim prescription sunglasses with your insurance.
Claiming sunglasses with health insurance
Many health insurers include prescription sunglasses as part of their vision plans, so adding a stylish pair of prescription sunglasses to your look can be a great way to get extra value with your optical coverage.
Depending on your level of coverage, as a vision plan member, you may be able to get your prescription sunglasses including full UV protection as part of our two pair deal with no or low out‑of‑pocket expense.
Get answers to your questions
Using your vision plan is simple and easy with us – it’s just like using your optical cover to claim glasses.
First you need to check your vision plan to make sure you’re covered. As every health insurer is different, it’s important to double‑check which benefits apply to you before making a purchase. If you’re not sure, come and see our team in store who can talk you through it.
You’ll need a prescription from an optometrist to make a claim on prescription sunglasses. If you’ve never had prescription glasses before, you can book in for an eye exam with one of our independent optometrists. If you already wear glasses and have a valid prescription, prescription sunglasses are a great way to get extra value from your optical coverage. You can browse our sunglasses online, or head straight into a store to browse the range.
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Private/Employer Insurance Coverage – The amount and extent of coverage offered for prescription eyeglasses, prescription contact lenses and eye exams varies by vision insurance plan. Subject to your insurance coverage, you may choose to use your vision insurance benefits towards the cost of prescription eyeglasses, prescription contact lenses and/or eye exams. If any prescription eyeglasses, contact lenses or eye exams are not covered or only partially covered by your vision insurance plan, you will be required to pay the remaining balance. We recommend consulting your insurance provider to determine your individual vision coverage prior to ordering prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses or undergoing an eye exam.
Provincial/Territorial Insurance Coverage – Provincial or territorial insurance coverage for eye exams may be available for seniors, children, and individuals with certain medical conditions. For an eye exam to be covered by a provincial or territorial health care plan, patients must meet the specific eligibility requirements for coverage in the applicable province or territory. We recommend consulting your provincial or territorial health authority to determine your individual vision coverage prior to undergoing an eye exam. Patients not covered by their provincial or territorial health care plan must pay for the cost of an eye exam. Eye exams are provided by independent optometrists. Contact store for more details.