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" Blessed is the match consumed in kindling flame.
Blessed is the flame that burns in the secret fastness of the heart." ~ Hannah Senesh
F l e x S p e n d i n g a n d H e a l t H S a v i n g S
a c c o u n t S c a n b e u S e d F o r e y e c a r e
By Jaime Blyskal Marcolini, OD
If you have health insurance coverage with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) they can make your eye care more affordable.
Most out-of-pocket expenses are covered, including insurance copayments,
deductibles, vision supplies, wearable products and medical equipment. You'll
need to confirm the specifics of your own account with your plan's administrator.
In addition to the cost of a vision exam, you can use FSA/HSA dollars
to purchase the following FSA/HSA- eligible items:
• Prescription eyeglass lenses. These include single vision or progressive
lenses. You can also order anti-reflective or light protective coating to any lens.
• Sunglass lenses. Prescription or non-prescription sunglass lenses are
available in numerous colors and types, including polarized and mirrored.
• Frames. Frames can be purchased in a wide variety of shapes, materials and
colors. This is a great way to purchase a back up pair of glasses.
• Contact Lenses. Today's contact lenses are more comfortable than ever
before. Daily, weekly or monthly disposable lenses are available to minimize
maintenance. Bifocal, multifocal and toric lenses for astigmatism make it possible
to correct more complex vision conditions. And, you can get colored contact lenses
to suit your own personal style.
• Accessories. FSA/ HSA funds can also be used for eye vitamins, artificial
tears and contact lens cleaners.
For more information about eyecare, please contact Clinton Family
Eyecare located at 186 Center Street, Suite 170 in Clinton, by calling:
908.735.5712, or visit: www.ClintonFamilyEyecare.com.
