Vision

Choose the vision plan for you

Vision Service Plan (VSP) offers two options: the Basic Plan and the Plus Plan.

Both plans cover:

  • 100% of your annual eye exam when you use an in-network provider
  • Coverage for eyeglass lenses or contact lenses every 12 months
  • Discounts on additional eyewear once your plan allowance is used

VSP has a large network of providers, from local optometrists to major national retailers. To find a provider, visit vsp.com or call 800-877-7195.

Use in-network providers

Get the most out of your benefits and savings with a VSP network provider. Your coverage with out-of-network providers will be less.

VSP does not mail member ID cards

Your VSP ID (and covered family member’s ID number) is three zeros followed by your six-digit Boston Children’s Employee ID Number. If you like, you can print an ID card when you login to your VSP account at vsp.com.

Below are your vision benefits at a glance. For the full VSP Summary of Benefits, click here. 

Service

VSP Basic Plan

VSP Plus Plan

Eye Exam (in-network)

100%

Once every calendar year

Lenses

(eyeglass or contact)

Single vision, lined bifocal, and lined trifocal lenses every calendar year

N/A

Anti-reflective coating covered at 100%, progressive lenses covered at 100%, or additional $70 frame allowance

Frames

$150 allowance every other calendar year

$150 every calendar year

(higher allowance available)

KidsCare Benefit (click here to learn more)

Not included

Included

This is a summary only; limitations apply to the services described above. Refer to the plan documents for more detailed information.

You pay for Vision coverage on a before-tax basis:

Coverage Level

VSP Basic Plan

VSP Plus Plan

Employee

$2.46

$5.17

Employee + Spouse

$4.92

$10.32

Employee + Child(ren)

$5.45

$11.43

Family

$8.70

$18.27

For 2027, our rates are based on 26 periods.

These are your 2026 rates. Your 2027 rates will go into effect on January 1, 2027. These are based on 27 pay periods.

Coverage Level

VSP Basic Plan

VSP Plus Plan

Employee

$2.21

$4.64

Employee + Spouse

$4.42

$9.26

Employee + Child(ren)

$4.88

$10.26

Family

$7.80

$16.39