04/15/2026
With June 6th recognized as Visually Impaired People Day, now is a good time to discuss how Medicare approaches vision care.
Original Medicare (also known as Medicare Parts A and B) is designed primarily as medical insurance. That means coverage typically applies to the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions affecting the eyes, rather than to routine vision care. However, Medicare Advantage plans usually do include coverage for routine eye exams.
Swipe for a brief overview of what Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans cover when it comes to vision care and eye health.
If you’d ever like to review how your current Medicare coverage addresses vision care, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We are always here to be a resource for you.
