Bigstone
If you are a registered Bigstone Cree Nation member your Bigstone Health Benefits program gives you access to vision benefits for eye examinations, eyewear, lens replacement and repairs!
The program is needs-based which covers some of the cost for medically justified products and services that are not covered by Provincial, Territorial or any other third-party Health Plans.
Take Care of Your Eye Health Today!
It is important to have your eyes examined at least once every two years.
| * Benefits | Children 0-17 years | Adults 18-64 years | Elders 65 and older | Individuals with Diabetes |
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| Eye examinations | Once a year | Every 2 years | Every 1 year | Once a year |
| Eye wear1 | Once a year | Every two years |  |
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| Replacement lenses for change of prescription2 | Once a year | Every 2 years | |
If the prescription has changed by + or -0.50 diopters or more. |
| Repairs One major and one minor within the applicable replacement time frame (1 or 2 years) |
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Eligible eyewear coverage amount depends on prescription. Amount can be used towards glasses.¹
Eligible lens replacement coverage amounts depend on the prescription.²
Prescription changes by + or -0.50 diopters or more.²
* Based on the information provided on the Bigstone website 1
Information correct as of 21st August 2024.
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