How to use your Vision Benefits
UUSD has vision coverage through Vision Service Plan, also known as VSP. UUSD started using VSP vision services provider in October of 2022; if you are using your same provider let them know you have a new vision plan.
How to use your vision benefits at a Participating Provider (recommended):
- Make an appointment with the eye care specialist of your choice. VSP Participating Provider information can be obtained by visiting www.vsp.com or by calling VSP Vision at 1-800-877-7195.
- You do not need to provide a Claim Form when visiting a Participating Provider.
- When you check in for your appointment, inform the provider you have VSP.
How to use your vision benefits at a Non-Participating Provider:
- If Covered Services are received from a Non-Participating Provider, you are responsible for paying the provider in full.
- You or the provider must submit an itemized billing and copy of your prescription with the Claim Form to VSP.
- You can submit you claim online at VSP or by mail. You will need to create a login in to submit online.
- To submit online, have all receipts and documents scanned and accessible on your computer, login at VSP, click View Your Benefits, click Submit a claim, complete the fields and, follow prompts and upload documents, click the Submit button.
- To submit by mail, fill out the reimbursement form and mail it to Vision Service Plan, attention Claims Services PO Box 385018, Birmingham, AL 35238-5018. You can download and print a Claim Form on the Forms tab or call Member Services at 800.877.7195 to obtain a form
- Once claim is received, please allow for up to ten business days (plus mailing) for processing
- Reimbursement will be made to the Insured Person up to the Schedule of Allowances shown for Non-Participating Providers.
IN SUMMARYTIP #1: Do NOT present your Anthem Medical Insurance Card when obtaining vision services. If a vision provider bills Anthem, your claims will be denied.TIP #2: If you are visiting a Participating Provider, just show up and say, “I have VSP” when checking in for your visit. The provider will handle the billing.TIP #3: If you are visiting a Non-Participating Provider, be sure to bring a VSP Form with you (forms available for download on the Forms tab) or obtain an itemized billing, prescription, and receipt of visit for claims submission.