Does the Vision Learning Centers accept insurance for examinations?
Major medical insurance is often used to pay for our services. Some of the diagnostic testing that is often required when looking at the entire visual system is done at our NeuroSensory Center in Bellaire, and major medical insurance is billed directly through that company for services. The Vision Learning Centers are out-of-network providers and do not accept insurance assignment directly. Only the Champions location actually does full vision evaluations at its location. At the Bellaire location, exams are provided through Bellaire Family Eye Care. Bellaire Family Eye Care accepts some vision or major medical insurance for the initial eye examination. This means that some of the initial exam cost is out-of-pocket but can be billed by you to your provider. Most insurance plans provide “out of network” coverage and will reimburse you directly. Reimbursement is dependent on your carrier and the particular plan your employer opted for. To be certain of your “medical out of network” benefi