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How does a Pre-Tax Account work?

You can sign up for an FSA or HSA as part of your health plan.
Find out what the benefits are so you can choose the right option for you.

FSA - Flexible Spending Account

  • Pay for eye exams, eyeglasses, prescription sunglasses & contact lenses.
  • Your card is accepted online & in-store
  • Benefits are pre-tax
  • Use-it-or-lose-it policy (you have to use up your dollars by your FSA deadline. Most plans expire on December 31 or March 31)
  • Use it with or without your insurance benefits.

HSA - Health Savings Account

  • Pay for eye exams, eyeglasses, prescription sunglasses & contact lenses
  • Your card is accepted online & in-store
  • Contributions are pre-tax
  • Belongs to you and can earn interest over time
  • Money put into your HSA does not expire and can roll over to the following year
  • Use it with or without your insurance benefits
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Your FSA checklist

Make the most of your FSA benefits before they expire.

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Understand your plan:

Check our overview above to find out what's covered.

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Make an appointment and mark your calendar

Doctors may be busier than usual at the end of the year, so try to schedule earlier if possible.

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Do some prep work

Browse prescription glasses and prescription sunglasses online to make the most of your visit to a LensCrafters store.

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Keep a record

You may need to provide receipts, so make sure to hold on to any relevant paperwork.

At LensCrafters we accept most insurance plans, including

Eyemed logo Aetna logo Humana logo United Healthcare logo

and many others, both online and in store.

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Can I use my FSA on all prescription eyewear? Yes, you can use it to buy prescription glasses,
sunglasses
and contact lenses all year round.

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