{"id":320,"date":"2013-08-05T10:48:59","date_gmt":"2013-08-05T14:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hnetalk.com\/Employer\/?p=320"},"modified":"2013-08-05T10:48:59","modified_gmt":"2013-08-05T14:48:59","slug":"vision-exams-and-refraction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/hnetalk.com\/employer\/2013\/08\/05\/vision-exams-and-refraction\/","title":{"rendered":"Vision Exams and Refraction"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Periodic eye and vision examinations are an important part of preventive health care. Many eye and vision problems have no obvious signs or symptoms. Individuals are often unaware that problems exist. Early diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision problems are important for maintaining good vision and eye health, and when possible, preventing vision loss.<\/span><\/p>\n

HNE covers one supplemental routine vision exam per calendar year at no cost under most plans. There is no copay, and the cost does not apply toward any deductible. The cost of refraction testing (an exam that measures how well one can see at specific distances) is also covered. Employees can obtain this service from any network provider; the provider will bill HNE for the service.<\/p>\n

A comprehensive adult eye and vision examination may include the following:<\/p>\n