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Can I use my insurance at Costco for contacts?
A Costco membership is important if you want to get your eyes checked at the in-house pharmacy or buy glasses and contacts. You can still use your insurance at Costco Optical, but you must be a member to do so.
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Can I use VSP at Costco?
Customers can still use Costco Optical with VSP insurance, but Costco is treated as an “out-of-network” provider. So, customers are responsible for submitting claims for reimbursement after receiving care.
Does insurance cover contact prescription?
The insurance coverage for your contact lenses may depend on your prescription. If your contacts are medically required, it may be easier to get coverage than if your contact lens prescription is elective.
Can I use insurance on Costco contacts?
Yes. With or without insurance, Costco Optical can update your prescription lenses in your existing frames.
Can I use VSP at Costco for contacts?
Since 1984, Costco Eye Center has been a place to buy cheap eyeglasses and eye exams. So you can trust the optical department for all your needs, including prescription glasses, contacts, and signature sunglasses. Costco accepts VSP, EyeMed insurance, as well as most major vision insurance plans in the market.
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Can you walk into Costco and buy contacts?
Yes, you need to be a member to purchase glasses or contacts at Costco Optical centers. However, you do not need to be a member to make an appointment with our in-house optometrist.
Can you use insurance on contacts?
Insurance: Contacts Direct accepts FSA, HSA, and a variety of in-network insurance providers. If your insurance is out of network, you can contact Contacts Direct to discuss how you can use your benefits.
Can I use VSP insurance at Costco?
Customers can still use Costco Optical with VSP insurance, but Costco is treated as an “out-of-network” provider. So, customers are responsible for submitting claims for reimbursement after receiving care.
Is Costco Optical out of network for VSP?
Customers can still use Costco Optical with VSP insurance, but Costco is treated as an “out-of-network” provider. So, customers are responsible for submitting claims for reimbursement after receiving care.
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What glasses company takes VSP?
Doctors located at (some) private practices, Visionworks, Pearle Vision, Accuvision, Walmart, Costco, Rosin Eyecar, MyEyeDr, and EyeCare Centers are typically in-network with VSP.
Does Costco warranty eye glasses?
Unfortunately, eyeglasses from Costco Optical do not include a warranty for broken frames or scratches. And you also require a Costco membership to buy any products at the optical department.
Can you bring your own frames to Costco for lenses?
Unfortunately, the answer to that question is tricky. It's entirely dependent on the Costco location and what their optical team decides. One thing that is consistent at all Costco's is that they are not happy about replacing lenses in your own frame. Especially if you didn't buy them there.
Can I bring my eye prescription to Costco?
Bring in your current prescription today or visit the Independent Doctor of Optometry located in or near most Costco locations. Costco Optical prides itself on having some of the most knowledgeable employees in the industry.
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Do contacts count as a prescription?
Contact lenses are prescription medical devices. Even if you just want to purchase cosmetic contact lenses that change your eye color, you will still need an eye exam and a prescription from an eye doctor. The same applies to costume or theatrical contact lenses.
How much does prescribed contacts cost?
The cost of contact lenses can vary, but the average cost for an annual supply of contacts, if you're nearsighted, should be between around $200 and $300. If you need to replace your contacts throughout the year, plan to purchase around sic to 10 boxes total, with a cost of around $20 to $30 for each box.
