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Why vision insurance?

There’s real value in what eye care can do for employees – and your business. Take a closer look at vision benefits.

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A growing need

The need for vision care is so prevalent, it can be easy to overlook. 79% of U.S. adults use some form of vision correction, yet 23% reported not having had a vision care exam in the last 24 months.1 When you think about your employees, it’s likely the majority of them are in need of vision correction, whether for themselves or for a family member. And with the effects of aging and the increase in screen usage, vision care will only become more important. Vision benefits make it easier and more affordable to get much-needed eye care.

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A benefit your employees expect to see

Today’s employees know what they want – and what they want (and need) is vision care.2 80%+ of respondents to a recent study say vision benefits are as important as general medical insurance.2 So, what was once a nice-to-have is now a must-have to not only keep employees’ eyesight sharp, but also to recruit and retain top talent. Check out these statistics. What you see might surprise you.


Desire for vision care

94% of U.S. Americans surveyed say vision care coverage is valuable.3

Importance of vision care

40% of employers say they believe workers leave their job to find employment that offers better benefits.4

Profit from vision care

The average employer gains $7 for every $1 invested in vision benefits saving over $2,700 annually per employee.5

The broader benefits of vision care

Eye exams are an important part of any preventative health care program. With an unobstructed view of blood vessels, eye exams can provide an early diagnosis of serious health problems, such as: diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, blood pressure, glaucoma and cataracts.6  Employers who offer a vision plan experience cost savings.7 The sooner they’re found, the sooner they can be treated. Healthier employees. Lower health care expenses. A more productive workplace. That’s value that’s easy to see. Find out what we have to offer.


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Let’s talk about how vision benefits can make your employees happier, healthier and more productive. Click or tap to get in touch with an EyeMed rep. 

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  1.  Consumer inSights Q1 2022 Report; Vision Council; 2022.
  2.  Popke, M.; “Employees see vision benefits as critical but often leave them on the table, survey finds”; Benefits Pro; benefitspro.com; April, 10, 2023.
  3. "The new standards for vision care"; The Harris Poll and XP Health; xphealth.com; February 2023.
  4. Miranda, D.; “Best Employee Benefits In 2024”; Forbes; forbes.com; Updated Feb. 6, 2023.
  5. "Views: 7 key reasons employers need to offer better vision benefits"; Employee Benefit News; benefitnews.com; June 2021.
  6. “The Clear Future: Employer Sponsored Vision Benefits”; Faster Capital; fastercapital.com; Updated February 21, 2024.
  7. "Vision coverage can reduce overall health care costs"; US Rx Care; usrxcare.com; June 2021.