Is UnitedHealthcare vision the same as Spectera?
A: Spectera Eyecare Networks is the name of Unitedhealthcare’s national vision network, which includes opthalmologists and optometrists. Spectera Eyecare Networks providers are located at both private practice and retail settings.
What is non formulary lenses?
Non-Formulary contact lenses. An allowance is applied toward the purchase of contact. lenses outside the Formulary. Material copay (if applicable) is waived.
What is the difference between selection and non-selection contact lenses?
Contact Lens Benefit³ (Selection contact lenses refers to our formulary contact list. Contact lenses not listed on the formulary are referred to as non-selection.
Is Spectera part of UnitedHealthcare vision?
UnitedHealthcare Vision® coverage provided by or through UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company, located in Hartford, Connecticut, or its affiliates. Administrative services provided by Spectera, Inc., United HealthCare Services, Inc. or their affiliates. Plans sold in Texas use policy form number VPOL.
Does United Healthcare pay for eyeglasses?
Coverage on most vision expenses We cover eye exams, glasses and frames or contact lenses instead of glasses. Copays may apply. In addition, members receive discounts on laser eye surgery, hearing aids, contact lenses and more.
What is the difference between formulary and non-formulary?
2. What is the difference between formulary and non-formulary brand name prescriptions? Formulary prescriptions are medications that are on a preferred drug list. Drugs that are usually considered non-formulary are ones that are not as cost effective and that usually have generic equivalents available.
What is a non-formulary prescription drug?
If a medication is “non-formulary,” it means it is not included on the insurance company’s “formulary” or list of covered medications. A medication may not be on the formulary because an alternative is proven to be just as effective and safe but less costly.
What is a non selection contact lens?
Contact lenses not appearing on the formulary or or section listing, are considered non-selection, unless. otherwise specified on the individual plan outline. An allowance, or specific dollar amount toward the. fitting/evaluation fee and purchase of non-selection contact lenses.