Vision Plans

Basic and Opt-Up Vision Plans

Cleveland State University provides a Basic Vision Plan to eligible faculty and staff through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Employees have the option to elect an Opt-Up Vision Plan.

The Basic Vision Plan provides covered services once in a 24-month period from the date of last service. The Opt-Up Vision Plan provides covered services once in a 12-month period from the date of last service, including enhanced coverage for tints and photochromic lenses for eyeglasses or “transition” lenses. In addition, each plan allows for limited reimbursement for services provided out-of-network by non-VSP providers; the member can pay at the point services are received and submit a claim for reimbursement of out-of-pocket cost within six months of receiving services.

Find a Vision Provider

VSP’s preferred provider organization (PPO) network has a large selection of retail providers. You can maximize vision benefits through both plans by using VSP’s PPO network with covered services for eye care examinations, frames and eyeglasses or contacts. To find the nearest location for PPO network providers, contact VSP at vsp.com or 800.877.7195.

Employee Semi-Monthly Vision Contributions

Basic Vision Plan Opt-Up Vision Plan
Full-Time (Semi-Monthly)
Employee No premium contributions $2.99
Family No premium contributions $8.53
Frequency of Coverage 24 months from last date of service 12 months from last date of service
Part-Time (Semi-Monthly)
Employee $0.47 $3.46
Family $1.35 $9.88
Frequency of Coverage 24 months from last date of service 12 months from last date of service

Benefit deductions occur on a semi-monthly schedule. If you are paid bi-weekly, no benefit premiums will be deducted from the third paycheck in months with three pay dates.

Vision Summary of Benefits for Basic And Opt-Up Plans

In-Network Out-of-Network
Exam (Once per Calendar Year) 100% after $15 copay Reimbursement up to $45
Prescription Glasses Lenses (Once per Calendar Year)

Single Vision: 100%

Lined Bifocal: 100%

Lined Trifocal: 100%

Single Vision: Reimbursement up to $30

Lined Bifocal: Reimbursement up to $50

Lined Trifocal: Reimbursement up to $65
Lens Options Progressive: covered in full Progressive: up to $50
Frames (Once per Calendar Year)

Covered up to plan allowance of $150

$80 Costco allowance

 Up to $70
Contacts (Once per Calendar Year, In Lieu of Glasses)

$150 allowance for contacts and exam, if elective; 100% covered if visually necessary

$105 allowance for contacts and exam, if elective; up to $210 if visually necessary

* The Opt-Up also includes enhanced coverage for lenses for eyeglasses, including coverage for tints and photochromic or
“transition” lenses.

**‏ See VSP Vision Benefit Summary for coverage specifics and limitations.

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  • View your personal eye care coverage
  • Find the latest eye health information
  • Learn about special discounts and promotions
  • Or call 800.877.7195