How Much Does Medicare Pay?
Medicare typically pays 80% of covered medical expenses.
Refraction is the determination of your refractive error, or your prescription for glasses.
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It does not cover corrective lenses that address non-medical vision problems like near-sightedness or astigmatism.
Macular Degeneration
Medicare may cover the diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration.
It may also cover treatment for this condition with certain injectable drugs.
Medicare will also pay for glaucoma treatments.
Medicare pays a fixed amount to the company that provides your Medicare Advantage plan.
How Much Does Medicare Part C Cost?
In 2025, the standard premium for Medicare Part B was $185 a month.
Some Medicare Advantage plans also have an annual deductible.
Medicare Part D is often included in a Medicare Advantage plan.
It doesn’t pay for eyeglasses unless you have just had cataract surgery.
you’re able to purchase a Medicare Advantage plan if you want additional coverage for vision care.
Medicare.gov.Eye exams (routine).
Medicare.gov.Eyeglasses & contact lenses.
Medicare.gov.Eye exams (for diabetes).
Medicare.gov.Macular degeneration tests & treatment.
The Guide to Medicare Preventative Services for Physicians, Providers, Suppliers, and Other Health Care Professionals.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.What is Medicare Part C?
