Can I get vision care?
Yes, certain vision services are covered by Apple Health (Medicaid). Learn what services are covered and how to access them.
Fitting services and eye exams
Fitting services and eye exams may be provided for children and adults through your health plan. This includes tests for refraction and visual fields.
Use the table below to find out what benefits are available through your plan.
|
Managed care plan |
Vision benefit information |
|---|---|
| Community Health Plan of Washington | Vision webpage |
| Coordinated Care | Dental, Hearing, and Vision Benefits webpage (under "Vision Care and Eyeglasses") |
| Molina Healthcare of Washington | Vision webpage |
| UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Washington | Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) webpage (under "Vision and Hearing Care") |
| Wellpoint Washington (previously Amerigroup) | Apple Health (Medicaid) benefits webpage (under "Vision care") |
For children 20 years of age and younger
The following are covered by Apple Health fee-for-service:
- Prescription eyeglasses (frames and lenses)
- Contact lenses
Contact your primary care provider for your vision needs. They can help you find care when you need it.
For adults
Eyeglass frames and lenses are not covered. You can purchase eyeglass frames and lenses at a discounted price from HCA's vision hardware contractor CI Optical by contacting a participating optical provider.