Using your Medi-Cal benefits
Luminous Optometry welcomes new Medi-Cal patients, including both adults and children. Medi-Cal patients receive the same thorough, personalized eye care we provide to every patient.
If you have questions about your coverage, our team can help you understand what is included before your visit.
What your coverage includes
Medi-Cal may cover routine eye exams and eyewear benefits depending on your eligibility and plan.
During your visit, we’ll evaluate both your vision and the health of your eyes and let you know if any recommended services are not covered before moving forward.
- Accepting new Medi-Cal patients, adults and children
- Routine comprehensive eye exam covered for eligible patients
- Eyewear covered for eligible patients
- Children’s exams covered — bring the card and we handle the paperwork
- Eligibility checked before your appointment
- Spanish-speaking staff on site
When eye care becomes medical care
Medi-Cal vision benefits generally cover routine eye care. However, visits for conditions such as diabetes, red eyes, eye injuries, infections, or sudden changes in vision are considered medical eye care rather than routine vision care.
In Orange County, these visits are typically handled through the medical portion of your health plan, not your routine vision benefit. Our team will help explain how your visit is being billed and let you know about any expected costs whenever possible.
If you need ongoing care that is not covered by your plan, our $119 annual membership may help reduce the cost of eligible visits and services throughout the year.
Other ways to pay
Medi-Cal questions
Yes, for eligible patients. Medi-Cal may include an eyewear benefit, although frame and lens options can be limited. Our team will show you what is covered and explain any upgrade options before you choose your glasses.