Learn about your vision provider - VSP

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As we gear up for the FY26 plan year, we would like to showcase our vision provider: VSP. Below is some information on the benefits provided to employees enrolled in a UA vision plan with VSP.

Eyemart Express Joins VSP Network
Eyemart Express, a leading national optical retailer, officially joined the VSP network as a Premier Edge retail location on March 1, 2025. To find an Eyemart Express location near you, log into your account on  and use the Find a Doctor search. Eyemart Express will appear as an in-network provider for applicable members. (Note: there is one location in Anchorage and one in Fairbanks.)

– VSP’s Preferred Online Eyewear Store
allows VSP members to apply their benefits toward purchasing prescription and non-prescription eyewear, including popular contact lens brands at competitive prices. Over 200 new styles have been added to the site!

VSP Channel
VSP has a channel with short videos that range from "Ask an Eye Doctor" to "Eyes of Hope: VSP Gives back to People in Need" and more. Check out their channel anytime!

Interested in learning more about eye health?
Access videos and articles on on all things eye health including conditions and overall wellness. You can also review VSP's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document here.

How to check your coverage / get a VSP Card
If you are enrolled in the Vision plan with UA, your vision coverage is with VSP. If you are not sure if you have vision , you can login to and confirm under the "Benefits" on the employee dashboard. VSP does not provide cards and you will not receive a card in the mail. You may log into your VSP account and print a card to take with you to your appointment, but that is not required. Simply use your UA ID with a zero in front (for both yourself and any dependents you cover).

Emailed via benefits newsletter on 7/29/2025.
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