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Vision Coverage

As a benefits eligible Brandeis University employee, you have access to voluntary vision coverage administered by VSP.

Voluntary Vision Plan

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Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employees

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) exempts some employees from overtime pay and minimum wage. Exempt employees are not subject to FLSA overtime regulations and are not entitled to overtime pay. Nonexempt employees are subject to FLSA overtime regulations and are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week.

Exempt employees usually hold administrative, professional, or executive positions. They're “exempt” from the Fair Labor Standards Act's (FLSA) overtime regulations and, therefore, are not entitled to overtime pay. Nonexempt employees are typically paid hourly and perform more manual or technical duties.

Using Your Benefits

Create an account on vsp.com (use last 4 digits of SSN) to view your in-network coverage, find the VSP network doctor who’s right for you, and discover savings with Exclusive Member Extras. At your appointment, just tell them you have VSP. No ID cards necessary.

Contact VSP by calling 800-877-7195 or visiting vsp.com.

Savings

Save on eyewear and eye care when you see a VSP network doctor. Plus, take advantage of Exclusive Member Extras which provide offers from VSP and leading industry brands totaling over $3,000 in savings.

Provider Choices

With private practice doctors from Visionworks retail locations to choose from nationwide, getting the most out of your benefit is easy at a VSP Premier Edge ^TM location.

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When does vision coverage begin?

Coverage for new hires or newly benefit eligible is effective on your start date or new eligibility date. There is no auto enrollment for dental coverage. Employees have up to 31 days after their start or newly eligible date to make and submit elections on Workday. Coverage is retroactive to the eligibility date.

Coverage under a qualifying life event is effective on the event date. Elections must be made within 31 days of the event with required documentation. If you do not submit your election within the required 31 days you will have to wait until the next annual open enrollment period.