Uhccontacts.com Website Review

Astigmatism is blurred vision and is caused by an eye that is not completely round. Certain patients require contact lenses that are manufactured for toric or astigmatism correction. Prescriptions for these types of lenses contain two additional numbers that relate to the correction of the astigmatism. These two numbers are usually separated by an X and are indicated with the following Some patients require lenses that are bifocal or multifocal. Prescriptions for these types of lenses will contain an additional prescription contains several other pieces of information related to the size of the lens. come in several different Base Curve values. If your prescription does not contain a Base Curve value, this is likely because your brand of Locate the prescription on the side of the box as seen below: Read the measurement of the diameter (DIA), given in millimeters; this is the distance from one edge of the contact lens to the other. Read the power (PWR) of the lens strength (it may be different for each eye), measured in diopters. The higher the power number, the stronger the prescription is. Look for a minus sign to indicate nearsightedness (myopia) and a plus sign that indicates farsightedness Read the base curve (BC) measurement in millimeters. The lower the number, the steeper the cornea of a patient's eye. If this measurement is not included, it is likely that the brand has only one standard base curve value. As a preferred customer, you're about to enter the online store where you may order contact lenses, receive FREE shipping on qualifying orders and have Customer Service support when you need it. Order your contact lenses online for less with manufacturer REBATES and a members Please Note: The UnitedHealthcare mail order contacts program is a discount service provided through MyVisionLenses.com. Because MyVisionLenses is not a network provider, purchases made through this site are your responsibility. If you are eligible to utilize your benefit, you do have the option of submitting an out-of-network claim for reimbursement of your contact lens purchase.