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Do I Need a Refraction Test?

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Do I Need a Refraction Test?

Everyone needs a refraction test
They can help your doctor diagnose and treat conditions such as glaucoma and determine the need for corrective lenses
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, among other things. Healthy adults should have a refraction test every two years, while children need them every one or two years beginning at age 3.

Why is refraction not covered by insurance?

A refraction is a test done by your eye doctor to determine if glasses will make you see better. ... For example, Medicare does not cover refractions because they consider it part of a “routine” exam and Medicare doesn't cover most “routine” procedures - only health-related procedures.

What is a refraction test used for?

This test can be done as part of a routine eye exam. The purpose is to determine whether you have a refractive error (a need for glasses or contact lenses). For people over age 40 who have normal distance vision but difficulty with near vision, a refraction test can determine the right power of reading glasses.

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