Quick Question ,,,,,, - Eye & Vision Message Board

Maelef · 09-18-2006, 08:43 AM

I was just wondering if anyone knew if eye emams and/or glasses were covered by medicare. I looked in my phone book, but none indicated whether they did or not.

Thank You.

KeelaC · 09-19-2006, 11:12 AM

That seems like a pretty simple question that somebody could answer. Sorry I can't help, I'm Canadian.

squatchimo · 09-26-2006, 08:19 PM

I believe they cover an eye exam every year or two, but i don't think they cover glasses. I'd just call up an eye doctor and ask them to find out for sure.

twoeyez · 09-27-2006, 06:38 AM

It depends on the State. Benefits are Covered in 41 states. Not covered in 10 States. For example : Michigan's covage is,1 pair/2 years, minimum diopter correction required for initial and replacement eyeglasses, replacements within 2 years only if eyeglasses lost or unusable, contact lenses and special lenses for specified medical conditions. Other states are not as liberal.

Again, check with your Optometrist in your state.

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