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January 07, 2024 05:34AM
Do any companies shop eye exams? If so, how well do they reimburse or pay? Thanks.
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January 07, 2024 05:57AM
Once upon a time, I did an eyeglass shop at a huge eyeglass retailer. I don't remember which MSC. I got paid something like $20ish for the shop, and reimbursed $200 for the purchase of the glasses that cost well over $500.
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January 07, 2024 09:30AM
I saw shops not too long ago for Stanton Optical, but I don't recall which MSC had them.

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January 07, 2024 02:14PM
I've done them for LensCrafters a few times years ago with a MSC that has changed names now. I haven't seen any in years, but I've found a better deal...much better and with no reporting....at Costco Optical. With my Rx, plus the extras I wanted like progressive plus transition lenses, the glasses cost well over $700 at LensCrafters even with a AAA discount and the reimbursement from the MSC. I got two pairs, one RX sunglasses plus regular ones at Costco for under $200 with my insurance reimbursement.

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January 07, 2024 05:04PM
In the past, I've done shops with elitecxs and intellishop for eye glasses. As judi stated, you may still be able to find a better deal at other places. Sams club offers similar to Costco.
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January 07, 2024 06:44PM
I’ve seen them monthly on iSecretShop. They used to be a lot more when they reimbursed for the glasses. It’s $70 flat now in my area with a small bonus at the end of the month. The eye exam is free.
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January 08, 2024 03:02PM
Thank you all for your responses.
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January 09, 2024 01:16AM
What now?
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January 10, 2024 04:06PM
Did one when I was first starting out to build experience.

Haven't thought about doing them since then, as it's considerable time and work for the compensation, even if you're saving money on something you need.

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January 10, 2024 11:47PM
I'm a big fan of Zenni Optical. It's an online eyeglass retailer. You just upload your prescription. They are very affordable. They also have the option of upgrading lenses and adding all the doodads if you want. I just bought a few pairs as a Christmas present to myself.

I have a vague memory of Intelli-shop offering an eyeglass shop years ago, but was never selected for it.
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January 10, 2024 11:56PM
Have you used Zenni for bifocals? I was wondering if there were many issues with getting the placement of the bifocal part correct.
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January 11, 2024 01:40AM
@ssapp wrote:

Have you used Zenni for bifocals? I was wondering if there were many issues with getting the placement of the bifocal part correct.

No, I haven't used it for bifocals. Is there a way for your optometrist to put those measurements in the prescription? There are several fields for measurements when you order. Not all of them are mandatory, but I imagine bifocals is something that can be done. Some optometrist try to push you to order through the office, but just stay firm and ask for the prescription.
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January 11, 2024 02:47AM
Costco did not take my Medicare Advantage optical. I still paid $360 for 2 pair of progressive with everything and transitional on one pair. The price for a reader only pair of glasses was $225, which I paid $25. One pair matching Costco specs would have been $364 even with $200 off due to insurance coverage.

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January 11, 2024 03:13AM
Good idea. Thanks!
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January 11, 2024 03:43AM
I order my progressive bifocal glasses from Zenni and have never had any problems.
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