Information on your eligibility for benefits will be available not only to you and your eligible dependents, but also to optical service providers, making it easier to schedule appointments and use your benefits for covered services.

Every two years, you are entitled to an optical benefit. This includes an eye exam and either a pair of eyeglasses or a benefit for contact lenses. After confirming eligibility for benefits, contact one of the 1,500+ participating providers for an...

All eligible members and dependents, as defined in the General Information section, are covered for optical benefits.

Yes, the Fund will pay for contact lenses as per the fee schedule, but not in addition to glasses.

Members and their spouse/ domestic partner who are also members are entitled to special coordination of benefits (SCOB). This entitles each eligible family member, upon request at the same time for two (2) covered services, one (1) service under each...

We suggest that you use your optical benefits only for full services, which include glasses or contacts along with an eye exam. If you use your benefits and only get the exam we will pay $20 toward an exam fee, but you will be deemed to have used the...

Yes, however it is to your advantage to use a participating provider. First, you can take advantage of additional discounts our panelists provide. Second, if you have a problem, the UFT Welfare Fund will help resolve any issues. If you use a non...

First, you need to confirm your eligibility for benefits, then (if eligible) obtain services from a provider. You and your covered family members are entitled to an eye exam, and eyeglasses or contact lenses once every two years. You can check your...

The benefit includes a complete pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses and, if necessary, a basic eye exam.