Aetna Vision Preferred
We want you to see your college experience to the fullest.
With Aetna Vision℠ Preferred, we make it easy and affordable to get your annual eye exam, glasses, and contact lenses when and where you want, so you can focus on your studies.
Take charge of your vision and overall health as an Aetna member! Enroll today.
Go where you want, get what you want
With access to over 170,000 providers nationwide, including independent eye doctors and top optical retailers like LensCrafters®, Pearle Vision® and Target Optical®
Convenient online shopping
Shop and buy frames, contacts, and sunglasses, just like you would in the store – but from your computer, smartphone, or tablet. It’s fast, it’s easy and it’s all built into your vision benefits.
Visit these in-network retailers and follow the insurance link to register and apply your benefits.
Stay connected
Login or register using the last 4 digits of your student ID on your member website or download the Aetna Vision Preferred App today to view your benefits, ID card, locate a provider, schedule an appointment and more.
Scan the QR code to download the Aetna Vision Preferred App on the App Store or use the button below
Scan the QR code to download the Aetna Vision Preferred App on Google Play or use the button below
We’re here for you
Call us 7 days a week at 1-877-973-3238 (TTY: 711) | Mon-Sat 7:30 AM–11:00 PM ET and Sunday 11 AM–8 pm ET
Understand your vision benefits
At Aetna, we want you to see better and feel better. That’s why we’ve put together some helpful information to guide you through using your vision benefits.
Plan Documents
Allowance
The amount of money the plan will pay towards your frames or contact lens purchase. For example, if you have a $130 allowance for frames and you purchase frames that are $150, you pay $20 out-of-pocket (or less if you apply discounts and special offers).
Copay
A specific dollar amount that you pay out-of-pocket for a specific service at the time of service. Check your plan documents for your specific copays and benefits.
Deductible
An amount you pay before insurance benefits are paid out. Good news - There is no deductible with Aetna Vision Preferred - the plan starts paying right away.
Discounted fee
A deduction from the usual cost of something a network provider will accept. Discounts are not insurance benefits under your policy. The application of any discount is separate and apart from your insurance benefits. Discounts shown may not be available through all providers, in all states.
Exam Services
Eye exams are how doctors keep tabs on your vision. Copays vary and are due at the time of service; your eye doctor will bill the rest of the cost to Aetna. See your Vision Summary to see how often you can get services.
Lenses
You can use your lens benefit towards eyeglass lenses or contact lenses per benefit period There are different types of lens designs, lens materials and lens enhancements. Your eye doctor can help determine what may be right for you. You’ll simply pay a copay (if any) listed on your Vision Summary.
You might also opt for lens enhancements, like polarization to help eliminate the sun’s glare or an anti-reflective coating designed to improve night vision. You’ll pay a copay or receive a discount when you stay in network for these options.
Contact Lenses
There are 2 parts to contact lens benefits: the lenses themselves and the process of appropriately fitting your contact lenses (called Fit and Follow-up exam). You still need an eye exam to check your overall eye health and general prescription, though contact lenses require different measurement and adjustment.
When it comes time to order your contacts, you receive an allowance to help cover the cost. You’ll only pay for anything above and beyond your plan allowance.
You can use your contact lenses allowance on one order of any number of boxes of contacts. You can do this once per benefit period — so be sure to get enough to take full advantage of the benefit.
Frames
Choose any available frame and receive 20% off any balance above your frame allowance when you purchase from an in-network provider. Want multiple pairs? You can receive up to 40% off additional pairs anytime throughout the benefit period.
Sunglasses Savings
Sunglasses are more than for just looking stylish. You can use your frame and lens benefit on prescription sunglasses. Non-prescription sunglasses are always available at 20% off retail at participating vision office locations. The same ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun that burn your skin can damage your eyes. Wear sunglasses that block at least 99% of both UVA and UVB rays to help reduce your risk for serious complications.
Special offers and perks
Being a member comes with exclusive savings. You can also save on the retail price of LASIK eye surgery, eye care accessories and more. Once you are a member, Log in to AetnaVision.com.
Out-of-network claims
As an Aetna Vision Preferred member, you can visit any eye care provider, but when you stay within the participating locations, you could pay less out of pocket. If you do choose to go to an out-of-network provider, submitting a claim is easy. Log in to AetnaVision.com to access our electronic claim form. Upload your receipts and submit. Or, download a claim form here (PDF).
Vision insurance plans are underwritten by Aetna Life Insurance Company (Aetna). Certain claims administration services are provided by First American Administrators, Inc. and certain network administration services are provided through EyeMed Vision Care (“EyeMed”), LLC. Providers participating in the Aetna Vision Network are contracted through EyeMed Vision Care, LLC (“EyeMed”). Health benefits and health insurance plans contain exclusions and limitations. EyeMed and Aetna are independent contractors and not employees or agents of each other. Participating vision providers are credentialed by and subject to the credentialing requirements of EyeMed. Aetna does not provide medical/vision care or treatment and is not responsible for outcomes. Aetna does not guarantee access to vision care services or access to specific vision care providers and provider network composition is subject to change without notice. Information is believed to be accurate as of the production date; however, it is subject to change. Discounts may not be available on certain brand name vision materials (i.e. designer eyeglass frames) in which the manufacturer imposes a no-discount practice. Discount programs provide access to discounted prices and are NOT insured benefits. The member is responsible for the full cost of the discounted services. Trademarks and logos displayed are the property of their respective owners. Aetna is part of the CVS Health® family of companies.
