Light-sensitive eyes, insurance says "NO!"?!
Question: I have insurance through VSP and they are denying my doctor's prescription of -25 for eyeglasses. The problem is I need them to drive at night. They would have a glare reduction layer and would allow me to see better with my light sensitivity.
I am told by VSP that I have to file a grievance to ask for these low prescription (plano) glasses.
Any tips for getting through this with a pair of glasses?
Answers: I have insurance through VSP and they are denying my doctor's prescription of -25 for eyeglasses. The problem is I need them to drive at night. They would have a glare reduction layer and would allow me to see better with my light sensitivity.
I am told by VSP that I have to file a grievance to ask for these low prescription (plano) glasses.
Any tips for getting through this with a pair of glasses?
You need your opthamologist to submit a medical neccessity letter, explaining your condition and why you need these
lens.
went on vsp website
"Be pro anti-reflective. When you opt for new glasses or lenses, choose anti-reflective coating, which may be covered by your eyecare plan or at least offered at a discount. The coating dramatically cuts down glare. In fact, says the Scottsdale, Ariz. doctor,