What are your standard charges for a comprehensive eye examination?
A comprehensive examination for a new patient costs $150.00. A comprehensive examination for an existing patient costs $130.00.

What types of insurance do you accept?
We accept all forms of insurance, including government programs, such as Medicare, Medicaid and Public Aid; vision plan providers, Vision Service Plan (VSP) and others; and many private medical insurance plans.

What insurance documentation do I need to bring with me?
A current copy of your insurance card must be presented when you arrive to your appointment.

How can I find out if you are an accepted provider for my private health insurance carrier?
Please contact your insurance company to verify that the Illinois Eye Institute is an accepted provider by your health insurance carrier.

Will you submit a claim form to my insurance company or do I have to?
We submit the claim forms for government-sponsored programs, such as Medicare and Medicaid. You are responsible for submitting claim forms for any private insurance carriers. IEI will provide you with an itemized bill that you may submit with your claim form to your insurance company each time you visit.

Am I responsible for any part of the payment at the time of my visit?
Except for Medicare, Medicaid and Public Aid, you are responsible for payment on all services rendered at the time of your visit. We will provide you with an itemized bill that you may submit along with your claim form to your insurance company. For eyeglasses, 50 percent of the cost is due upon placing the order with the remainder due when you pick up your glasses.

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