Vision Insurance

Employees may participate in an optional vision care plan from VSP by paying the monthly premium. There is a standard vision plan and a premium vision plan. Both vision care plans provide coverage for prescription lenses and frames, contact lenses (in lieu of eyeglasses), and a complete annual eye exam. Under the plans, you can visit an optometrist within the VSP network or you may choose to visit an out-of-network provider, which may result in higher out-of-pocket costs.

Changes in 2025

VSP will be the university's vision insurance provider for 2025.
  • There are premium changes in 2025. This could be a slight increase or a decrease, depending on your plan and coverage level election.

Premium Plan

The Premium Plan provides coverage for prescription lenses and frames, contact lenses (in lieu of eyeglasses), and a complete annual eye exam. You can visit an optometrist within the VSP network or you may choose to visit an out-of-network provider, which may result in higher out-of-pocket costs.

Additional Benefits

Compared to the Standard Plan, the Premium Plan offers these enhanced benefits.

  • Lower copays on exams and glasses.
  • More frequent purchase of new glasses.
  • Higher allowable covered costs on glasses or contacts.

Standard Plan

The Standard Plan provides coverage for prescription lenses and frames, contact lenses (in lieu of eyeglasses), and a complete annual eye exam. You can visit an optometrist within the VSP network or you may choose to visit an out-of-network provider, which may result in higher out-of-pocket costs.

VSP Member Card

A VSP ID Card is not required to obtain vision services. To use your VSP benefits, simply give your provider your health ID number, which is 990+ your employee ID.