Insurance
Vision Insurance for Glasses & Contacts in New Haven & Hamden, CT
Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians works with most major vision insurance providers for glasses and contact lenses at our Hamden, CT and New Haven, CT locations. While vision plans typically do not apply toward the cost of a comprehensive eye exam, we are happy to submit any available out-of-network exam claims on your behalf when benefits are available.
We accept most insurance plans for eyeglasses and contact lenses, including EyeMed, ConnectiCare, Aetna, Husky Health, and many others. Give us a call at either location to confirm if your plan is in-network.
Please note that we are considered out-of-network with all insurance providers for eye exams. We provide clear and consistent pricing for all exam services. Learn more about our exam fees here.
How Vision Insurance Applies to Your Visit
Most vision insurance plans include benefits that can be used toward prescription glasses, lenses, and contact lenses. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians is in-network with many of these plans for materials, helping reduce your out-of-pocket cost on eyewear purchased in Hamden or New Haven, CT.
Eye exams are performed in-office using advanced teleoptometry technology with a licensed optician present throughout your visit. Although exams are considered out-of-network, our team will submit eligible claims for reimbursement on your behalf when available.
Good news — comprehensive eye exams are typically HSA/FSA eligible.
You can use your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to pay for your eye exam at Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians.
Looking to schedule a comprehensive eye exam? Learn more about our eye exams available in both Hamden and New Haven.
Let us handle the claim details—so you don’t have to squint at the fine print!
Have an out-of-network insurance plan? We're happy to handle the claim submission on your behalf.
Although we participate with various plans, please call us to verify your individual coverage. We can also help facilitate out-of-network reimbursement when applicable.
FAQs: Vision Insurance for Eye Exams, Glasses & Contacts
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Yes. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians works with most major vision insurance providers for eyeglasses, prescription lenses, and contact lenses at our New Haven and Hamden, CT locations. We recommend calling either office before your visit so our team can confirm whether your plan is in-network for eyewear benefits.
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We accept many vision insurance plans for glasses and contact lenses, including EyeMed, Aetna, Husky Health, and many others. Because plan participation can vary, the best way to confirm your benefits is to contact our New Haven or Hamden location directly.
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No. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians is considered out-of-network with all insurance providers for eye exams. However, we offer clear, consistent pricing for exam services, and full payment is due at the time of your appointment. Exams are HSA/FSA eligible.
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In many cases, yes. While your eye exam may be out-of-network, your vision insurance may still include benefits for prescription glasses, lenses, frames, or contact lenses. If Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians is in-network with your plan for materials, your benefits may help reduce your out-of-pocket cost.
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Comprehensive digital eye exams are currently available for $95 at Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians. Exams are HSA/FSA eligible, and payment is due at the time of service. If your plan offers out-of-network exam reimbursement, our team is happy to submit a claim on your behalf.
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Yes. Comprehensive eye exams are HSA and FSA eligible, which means you can use your Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account to pay for your exam at Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians.
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Yes. If your insurance plan includes out-of-network benefits for eye exams, Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians is happy to submit the reimbursement claim on your behalf. This helps simplify the process so you do not have to manage the paperwork yourself.
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Yes. Since eye exams are considered out-of-network with all insurance plans, full payment is due at the time of service. If your plan offers out-of-network reimbursement, our team can help submit the claim for you after your visit.
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Yes. You can schedule a comprehensive digital eye exam and shop for glasses during the same visit. Once your prescription is complete, our team can help you choose frames, lenses, and lens options while reviewing any applicable vision insurance benefits for eyewear.
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Many vision insurance plans include benefits that can be used toward contact lenses. Coverage varies by plan, so we recommend calling Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians before your appointment to confirm your contact lens benefits.
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Yes. If you wear contacts or want to start wearing them, a contact lens evaluation may be available the same day as your digital eye exam. Please speak with one of our team members to learn more about contact lens evaluation pricing and availability.
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Eye exam coverage applies to the cost of your vision exam, while eyewear coverage applies to materials such as frames, prescription lenses, lens enhancements, and contact lenses. At Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians, eye exams are out-of-network, but many insurance plans can still be used for glasses and contacts.
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The easiest way to confirm your benefits is to call our New Haven or Hamden location. Our team can check whether your plan is in-network for eyewear and help you understand how your benefits may apply to glasses, lenses, or contact lenses.
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Yes. Comprehensive digital eye exams at Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians are designed to provide updated prescriptions for glasses and, when appropriate, contact lenses. Pre-testing is completed in-office with a licensed optician present, and a licensed optometrist completes the exam remotely using teleoptometry technology.
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You can use eligible vision insurance benefits for glasses and contact lenses at both Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians locations in New Haven, CT and Hamden, CT. Contact either office to verify your plan before your visit.