Does Cigna Healthcare Medicare Cover Vision?
At a glance
- $0 premium plans available in some areas
- Many plans offer prescription drug coverage and vision and dental benefits
- 67% of Cigna Medicare Advantage customers were enrolled in a plan rated 4-Stars or greater in 2023.1
Certain Cigna HealthcareSM Medicare Advantage plans may offer coverage for vision care.
If you don’t currently have a Cigna Healthcare Medicare plan with vision coverage, you can get more information by calling a licensed insurance agent at TTY Users: 711 24/7, or by requesting a free plan quote online.
What Vision Services May Be Covered by a Cigna Healthcare Medicare Plan?
While Medicare Part A and Part B (also known as Original Medicare) offer only limited vision coverage, some Cigna Healthcare Medicare Advantage plans offer coverage for certain vision care services.
Your vision coverage will depend on which Cigna Healthcare Medicare plan you have.
Cigna Healthcare Medicare Advantage plans that offer vision coverage may cover services such as:
- Glaucoma screenings
- Diabetic retinal exams
- Annual routine eye exam
- Medicare-covered eyewear
- Eyeglasses – lenses and frames
- Contact lenses
Does Original Medicare Cover Vision?
Original Medicare only covers routine eye exams for people with diabetes. Glaucoma tests are covered by Original Medicare, but only for beneficiaries who are deemed to be at a high risk for the disease. Even corrective lenses are only covered by Original Medicare if they are needed as a result of cataract surgery.
A Cigna Healthcare Medicare Advantage plan that includes vision coverage could help you save money on some of your out-of-pocket vision care costs.
Some Cigna Healthcare Medicare Plans May Offer Additional Benefits
Cigna Healthcare Medicare Advantage plans cover the same benefits as Original Medicare under one single plan, and they may also offer some additional benefits, such as:
- Coverage for dental care
- Prescription drug coverage
- Health and wellness programs
How Do I Find Cigna Healthcare Eye Doctors Near Me?
You may search for Cigna Healthcare optometrists and other doctors by name, specialty or facility by entering your address, city or zip code in the online Cigna Healthcare provider lookup tool at hcpdirectory.cigna.com.
If you’re a Cigna Healthcare plan member, you can use the online directory to filter for eye doctors who accept your particular Cigna Healthcare vision insurance plan.
If you are not yet a Cigna Healthcare plan member, you can call to speak with a licensed insurance agent who can help you find out if any eye doctors near you accept Cigna Healthcare Medicare Advantage plans with vision coverage in your area.
Enroll in a Cigna Healthcare Medicare Advantage Plan With Vision Coverage
Find out more about Cigna Healthcare Medicare Advantage plans in your area that may offer vision coverage. Call TTY Users: 711 24/7 to speak with a licensed insurance agent.
