Study: Medicare coverage limits put seniors' vision needs at risk
Newswise Aug 01, 2018
Many people who have relied on a vision plan as part of their employee benefits package during their working adult life are surprised when they turn 65 and convert to Medicare.
The reason: Medicare benefits do not include coverage for eyeglasses or contact lenses.
A new study by University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center researchers shows an overwhelming 92% of older adults enrolled in Medicare use eyeglasses.
It’s a figure that may fuel further debate about expanding the scope of services for those enrolled in the insurance program.
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