All medical premium rates are pending approval by the HCDE Board of Trustees on July 30. If approved, all rates take effect on Sept. 1.
Vision
Proper vision care is essential to your overall well-being. Regular eye exams at any age will help prevent eye disease and keep your vision strong for years to come. HCDE provides you with a vision plan to take care of you and your family’s needs (Dependents up to age 26). You must enroll in the vision plan each plan year and premiums are typically paid through payroll deduction.
Highlights
HCDE's moves to MetLife's Superior Vision Plan for 2025–2026. The change will result in a $1-$2 increase in premiums for employee-only or employee-and-family plans.
The Superior Vision plan includes:
$10 co-pay for eye exam.
$10 co-pay for materials – eyeglasses and/or contacts.
2 Pair Frame Allowance every 12 months.
$130 Retail Allowance Per Pair OR one pair of eyeglasses allowance and an allowance towards contacts.
