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Attachment E: [Benefit Coverage]
[Attachment for Information Memorandum] ACYF-IM-HS-00-16
 
Abstract

Vision Service Plan (VSP), a nationwide network of vision professionals, confirmed its commitment to continue its Sight for Students Program and partnership with the Head Start. This attachment to ACYF-IM-HS-00-16 provides grantees and delegate agencies with information describing the vision services that are covered by the Sight for Students Program.


Attachment E: [Benefit Coverage]


Elective Contact Lens
Necessary Contact Lens
Oversize Lens
Blended Bifocals
Progressive Multifocal
Polycarbonate
High Index
Photochromic
Polarized/Laminated
Ultra Violet Protection
Plano
Solid Tints and Dyes
Plastic Gradient Dye
Scratch Resistant Coating
Anti-Reflective Coating
Color Coating
Mirror and Ski Type Coating
Edge Treatments
Vision Therapy
Low Vision


N
R
Y
P
P
Y
Y
Y
N
P
N
Y
Y
Y
N
Y
N
Y
R
Y


Y

Yes, the item or benefit is provided under the patient's coverage

N

Not a benefit under the patient's plan If this item is provided, the patient benefit for lenses and frames will not be covered.

R

Requires prior authorization; the item or service must be medically necessary for the patient's visual welfare.

P

Patient pays additional costs and service fees according to VSP Patient Option List.

See also:
      Partnership between Head Start and Vision Service Plan

Attachment E: [Benefit Coverage]. [Attachment for Information Memorandum] ACYF-IM-HS-00-16. DHHS/ACF/ACYF/HSB. 2000. English.


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