Vision

Vision coverage may include an eye exam or other services to diagnose or treat the medical condition of the eye.

Eye exam coverage is different based on who you are, your health plan option, and your age. In some cases, you may need a referral or pre-authorization.

• Eye Exams
• Glasses and Contacts

Routine Eye Exams

You may be eligible for an eye exam, depending on who you are and why you need the exam.

• Active duty service members: You can get eye exams as needed to maintain fitness for duty.
• Active duty family members: TRICARE covers annual routine eye exams for active duty family members, regardless of plan.
• National Guard and Reserve sponsors and family members: Your coverage depends on your status and your plan.
• Retirees, their family members, and all others: Your eye exam coverage depends on your plan. 
  • If you have TRICARE Prime or TRICARE Young Adult Prime, you’re covered for a Routine Eye ExamAn exam of your vision and the health of your eyes. every two years.
  • If you have the US Family Health Plan, your coverage depends on your USFHP provider. Contact your provider to determine if your exam is covered.
  • If you have TRICARE Select, TRICARE Young Adult Select, or TRICARE For Life, routine eye exams aren’t covered.

FEDVIP Vision Coverage

You may be eligible for vision coverage through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program. If you’re eligible and want to enroll in a FEDVIP vision plan, you need to take action during a FEDVIP qualifying life event or during Federal Benefits Open Season.