What Does Medicare Cover?
Anyone holding a current Medicare card has access to:
- One comprehensive eye test every three years (for those under 65 years years)
- One comprehensive eye test every year (if you’re 65 +)
- Contact lens consultations (within a specific range of optical prescriptions)
- Eye tests as needed if you have an eye condition, such as glaucoma or macular degeneration
Are All Eye Tests Covered by Medicare?
Not all. More specific eye tests, such as those for contact lenses or vision therapy may incur additional costs.
What About Private Health Funds?
Private health funds don’t typically cover eye tests, but depending on your policy, they may cover up to 100% of the cost of frames, prescription lenses, or contact lenses.
Our Jannali Staff Are Here To Help You With Your Private Health Fund
Whether you’re looking for contact lenses, glasses, or the latest in designer brand frames, we’re here to assist you by helping you claim optical benefits on the spot, thus reducing out-of-pocket expenses.
We Accept All Health Funds at Southern Optical
We provide both routine eye care and a huge range of optical choices. We can process your Medicare claim and your health fund on site. If you need help figuring out your coverage, we invite you to call our practice for guidance before you come in for your visit. We have extensive experience working with Medicare and all private health funds and we will be glad to help you understand what benefits are available for you. View all our accepted health funds here.
We Offer Lay-Bys
Ask our friendly staff for information about our layby process.