VSP $150 Allowance
I feel like I’ve been taken advantage of by my vision doctors for years. Each year, I struggle to understand where my $150 allowance goes when I purchase my contact lenses, but they always seem to avoid my questions. They claim that my allowance wasn’t solely applied to the contact lenses, but also covered other services. My invoice includes charges for a comprehensive exam, refraction, contact lens fitting/evaluation, and a year’s supply of lenses.
It sounds really frustrating to feel like you’re not getting clear answers regarding your VSP allowance. Your allowance is intended to cover certain expenses related to your vision care, so it’s important to understand how it’s being applied. Here are a few steps you might consider:
Request a Breakdown: Ask your eye doctor’s office for a detailed breakdown of your invoice. This should clarify how much of your $150 allowance was applied to each service (like your comprehensive exam and contact lens evaluation).
Contact VSP Directly: Reach out to VSP customer service for clarification on what your allowance covers. They can provide details on how the allowance can be used and confirm how it should be applied to your services.
Check Your Policy: Review your VSP policy documents. Sometimes the terms can be a bit confusing, but they outline what is covered and what is not.
Shop Around: If you feel that your current provider isn’t being transparent, it might be worth looking for another eye care provider who can explain their billing practices more clearly and help you maximize your benefits.
Document Everything: Keep records of all communications with your doctors and VSP. Having everything documented may help you if you decide to contest any charges or practices.
Ultimately, you deserve to know how your benefits are being utilized. Don’t hesitate to advocate for yourself in this situation!