Learn about new standalone vision plans for non-Medicare members.
Starting January 1, 2025, the PEBB Program will offer standalone vision plans, which means your routine vision coverage will be separate from your medical coverage if you are not enrolled in Medicare. Routine vision coverage includes routine eye exams, eyeglass frames and lenses, and contact lenses. Treatment for medical conditions such as infection, eye diseases (like glaucoma), and eye injuries will still be covered under your PEBB medical plan.
Members enrolled in Medicare will still have routine vision care covered by their PEBB medical plan, except Medicare Supplement Plan F and Plan G.
What vision plan options will I have?
Non-Medicare members can choose from three vision plans:
- Davis Vision by MetLife
- EyeMed
- MetLife Vision
All plans will offer private practice optometrists and ophthalmologists in Washington State and nationwide, but each plan’s network will include different providers, though some providers may be in more than one plan. In addition to private practice locations, each plan will offer a selection of retail locations, such as Costco Optical, Walmart, Sam’s Club, America’s Best, Visionworks, LensCrafters, Pearle Vision, and Target Optical.
What will it cost?
Like dental plans, you must pay a monthly premium if you choose to enroll in a vision plan. It was previously included in the medical plan’s premium.
How can I choose a vision plan?
Use the following resources to learn more about each plan’s network and benefits. You can access these resources from the Open enrollment webpage.
- Compare the vision plans using the Compare vision plans webpage and the PEBB Vision Benefits At-a-Glance.
- Visit the vendor booths at the virtual benefits fair or at one of the in-person benefits fairs.
What do I need to do?
To enroll in a vision plan (or make other account changes) during open enrollment, use Benefits 24/7 or the appropriate enrollment/change form, available on the Open enrollment webpage. Changes must be made in Benefits 24/7 or received by the PEBB Program by November 25 for coverage starting January 1, 2025.
If you are a PEBB member not enrolled in Medicare and you do not choose a vision plan for 2025, you will no longer have routine vision coverage as a part of your PEBB benefits.