Description: Learn about the cost of contact lenses, including the actual cost of your contacts, as well as how your vision insurance and eye exam will affect the cost.
There are three components to getting contact lenses: an eye exam, a contact lens fitting, and actually purchasing the lenses.
Every eye doctor determines his or her own fees when it comes to eye exams. Many health insurance plans include vision care that covers the cost of an annual eye exam. Insurance plans vary, so call your eye doctor to talk about your coverage.
A contact lens fitting is performed during an eye exam. Because it is an additional, specialized service, an additional fee is required. Again, every eye doctor determines his or her own contact lens fitting fees. Some insurance plans may cover this fee, call your doctor to find out.