More than 90% of Americans live within 10 miles of a Walmart, making it the store of choice for so many. And it’s not just a shopping destination anymore. Walmart is remaking itself as a convenient stop for many healthcare needs, including prescriptions at Walmart Pharmacy and comprehensive eye exams at a Walmart Vision Center. There, doctors are on hand to assess your vision and eye health, as well as outfit you with affordable prescription glasses and contacts.
Follow along as Groupon Coupons answers your questions about Walmart Vision Center, including eye exam costs, accepted insurance providers, and how to set up appointments. And be sure to save on every order with our collection of Walmart coupons.
Walmart Vision Center: Exam Costs
Prices vary depending on location, but here’s a general guide of Walmart Vision Center costs:
- Eye Exam: averages around $79
- Contact Lens Exam: averages around $129
Walmart Vision Center: Insurance Providers
Walmart Vision Center accepts most major insurance providers for eye exams and in-store glasses and contacts purchases. Walmart Vision Centers are an out-of-network provider for the following:
- Cole Managed Vision
- Davis Vision
- EyeMed
- Spectra
- VSP
Many Vision Center locations also accept Medicaid for prescriptions, but this varies state by state. Be sure to check with your local store ahead of time.
Walmart Vision Center: Benefits
Affordable. In addition to Walmart’s rotating sales and every day low prices, Walmart's Vision Centers offer affordable frames for women, men, and kids starting at around $14. You can also save on every Vision Center order by:
- Getting free in-store pickup & free shipping on qualifying purchases
- Using your FSA or HSA card on qualifying items
- Using your Walmart Credit Card to earn 5% back
- (Walmart employees only) Use your associate discounts by logging on to WalmartOne.com, selecting “Pay and Financial Benefits > Associate Discounts > WalmartContacts.com.” Associate discounts will be shown at checkout.
Convenient. Walmart is a one-stop shop for groceries, home goods, clothing, and essentials—so why not combine your shopping trip with an eye exam? Not only will it save you time, but it’ll make it easy to stay on top of having your eyes regularly checked (which is recommended every 1–2 years).
Huge Inventory. Walmart Vision Center stocks high-end frames from Ray-Ban, Coach, and Calvin Klein, as well as all the major contact lens brands including Acuvue, Air Optix, Bausch + Lomb, and Dailies.
How to Find a Walmart Vision Center & Make Appointment
Use the store locator to find your nearest Walmart Vision Center. You can make an appointment for your eye exam by calling the store directly. Most Vision Centers are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
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