Vision
Caring for your vision can lead to a better quality of life. And it can help you detect underlying health conditions well before other signs become apparent. Barnes offers two vision plans through Guardian, powered by Vision Service Plan (VSP) provider network.
Pair Guardian coverage with your medical insurance
Your medical plan options include full coverage for an annual preventive care eye exam. Adding Guardian coverage is a great supplement for the purchase of lenses, frames, and contact lenses.
All plan features shown as in-network benefits. Non-network coverage (non-VSP providers) is also available at a reduced benefit level. Please refer to the official plan documents for additional details on out-of-network coverage.
| Plan Feature | Advantage Vision Plan | Value Vision Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Well-vision exam Once per calendar year |
$10 copay | $10 copay |
|
Prescription glasses
Standard progressive lenses Premium progressive lenses Custom progressive lenses |
$25 copay
$0 copay Copay of $80 – $90 Copay of $120 – $160 |
$25 copay
$0 copay Copay of $95 – $105 Copay of $150 – $175 |
| Frames |
$200 every 12 months Choice of frames or contacts (Benefit cannot be duplicated with contact lens allowance) |
$200 every 24 months Choice of frames or contacts (Benefit cannot be duplicated with contact lens allowance) |
| Contact lenses Instead of eyeglasses |
$200 every 12 months Choice of frames or contacts (Benefit cannot be duplicated with frame allowance) |
$200 every 24 months Choice of frames or contacts (Benefit cannot be duplicated with frame allowance) |
VSP doctor networks:
Advantage Vision Plan - VSP Signature Network
Value Vision Plan - VSP Choice Network
Visit the VSP website or call 1-800-877-7195.
An ID card and claim form are not required to use VSP benefits. Simply follow these steps:
1. Find a VSP network doctor at www.vsp.com or call 1-800-877-7195. You are responsible for checking your provider’s membership in the VSP network before you receive services.
2. Make an appointment and tell the doctor you are a VSP member.
3. Your doctor and VSP will handle the rest.
Register now on the VSP website
To register use your VSP ID, member name, and date of birth. Your VSP ID is your Social Security number.
The way you pay for vision services depends on the type of provider you use:
- VSP Network Provider – Contact your VSP provider to schedule an appointment. Let the provider know that you have VSP coverage, and ask the provider to obtain an authorization for you. At the time of your visit, pay the provider the required copayment and overages.
- Non-VSP Provider – Pay the provider directly, and submit a claim for reimbursement. Claim forms are available at www.vsp.com or by calling 1-800-877-7195. You must file claims within six months of the date services are received. You will need to provide all of the following information on your VSP claim form:
- Your provider's bill, including a detailed list of the services you received
- Your VSP identification number
- Your name, phone number and address
- The company name: Barnes Group Inc.
- The patient's name, date of birth, phone number and address (if different from yours)
- The patient's relationship to you (for example, self, spouse, child)
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