Supplemental Vision Coverage

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Plan Overview

The Mail Handlers Benefit Plan offers federal and postal employees and annuitants vision supplemental benefits. Expand your health coverage when you add our affordable options.* This plan offers great benefits, national coverage and affordable rates. You don't have to enroll in a MHBP health plan to participate in these programs.** And you can enroll year round!

Call toll-free 1-800-254-0227 to enroll by phone (or 1-800-481-9871 for a TDD for the hearing impaired).

The MHBP Supplemental Vision Plan gives you so much for so little a month. For just $8.60 for Self-only and $16.00 for Family coverage you get:

  • Eye exams & lenses every 12 months for just a $10 co-payment each
  • Up to $120 for frames (every 24 months) or contact lenses (every 12 months)
  • Discounted rates for laser vision correction
  • Access to more than 26,000 VSP network providers nationwide
  • Providers are always accepting new patients
  • No ID card necessary and no claim forms required
  • Out-of-network benefits too

Coverage at a Glance: Eye Care Wellness

Regular exams are essential for protecting your visual wellness.

Eye Care Wellness Frequency (Based On Calendar Year) Copayment Coverage From a VSP Doctor
Eye Care Wellness
Frequency (Based On Calendar Year) Copayment Coverage From a VSP Doctor
Exam 12 months $10 Covered in full

Coverage at a Glance: Prescription Eyewear

You may choose between glasses or contact lenses.

Prescription Eyewear Frequency (Based On Calendar Year) Copayment Coverage From a VSP Doctor
Prescription Eyewear
Frequency (Based On Calendar Year) Copayment Coverage From a VSP Doctor