Fidelis Care Eye Exam Coverage in Brooklyn
If you have Fidelis Care, you can get your eye exam covered at Vision Palace Optical right here on Avenue U in Sheepshead Bay. Fidelis Care is a managed Medicaid and Child Health Plus plan that covers routine vision care for members across New York, including Brooklyn neighborhoods like Gravesend, Brighton Beach, and Marine Park. Your coverage includes the eye exam itself, and depending on your specific plan, you may also have benefits toward eyeglasses or contact lenses.
The key is verifying your benefits before your visit. Coverage varies by plan, so we recommend calling us at (718) 998-8400 or booking through Zocdoc to confirm exactly what's included in your Fidelis Care plan before you come in.
What Fidelis Care Usually Covers for Eye Exams
Fidelis Care members typically get coverage for a comprehensive eye exam, which includes vision testing, eye pressure screening, and evaluation of your overall eye health. Your optometrist will check for common conditions like refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism), glaucoma risk, and general eye wellness.
What you get for glasses or contact lenses depends on which Fidelis Care plan you have. On the Medicaid plan, the Fidelis Care Medicaid Managed Care Member Handbook (revised September 2025) lists glasses with a new pair of Medicaid-approved frames every two years, or more often if medically needed, and contact lenses when medically necessary. Other Fidelis Care plans handle eyewear differently. That's why confirming your benefits ahead of time matters.
At Vision Palace Optical, we carry designer frames alongside affordable everyday options. Once you know your Fidelis Care benefits, Dr. Sheyko and Dr. Shlivko can help you find frames that work within your coverage.
How to Verify Your Fidelis Care Benefits Before Your Appointment
Don't guess about your coverage. Here's the fastest way to get clarity:
Call us directly. Our team at (718) 998-8400 can often verify your benefits while you're on the phone. Have your Fidelis Care member ID card handy. We work with Fidelis Care regularly and know the typical coverage levels.
Book through Zocdoc. When you book through Zocdoc, you can select your insurance plan, and the system will help flag any coverage questions.
Call Fidelis Care directly. You can also reach Fidelis Care's member services to ask about your vision benefits. They'll tell you exactly what's covered under your specific plan.
Coverage varies by plan. Call us or book through Zocdoc to verify your benefits before your visit.
Why Choose Vision Palace Optical for Your Fidelis Care Exam
We've been on Avenue U in Sheepshead Bay since 1995, serving Brooklyn families from all neighborhoods and insurance backgrounds. Dr. Julia Sheyko and Dr. Alexander Shlivko are both licensed optometrists who accept Fidelis Care and take time to explain what they find during your exam in plain language, not medical jargon.
Our location is convenient for people working or living on the Avenue U corridor, and we're open Monday through Saturday. We stock a full range of eyewear right in the shop, so if you need glasses after your exam, you're not making another trip. We speak English, Russian, and Spanish in-office, which matters for many of our neighbors in Sheepshead Bay and surrounding areas.
We also handle comprehensive eye exams for adults, seniors, and children ages 6 and up. If you're due for an eye exam and you have Fidelis Care, now's the time to schedule.
Fidelis Care for Families and Kids in Brooklyn
If your kids are covered by Fidelis Care Child Health Plus, they can get their eyes checked too. Regular eye exams for children ages 6 and up catch refractive errors early, which can affect school performance and sports. Many Brooklyn parents don't realize their child's reading struggles or sitting too close to the board may be a sign of nearsightedness.
Once your child's exam is done, Fidelis Care's Medicaid plan covers glasses with Medicaid-approved frames, and Child Health Plus has its own eyewear rules, so check your child's plan. If myopia (nearsightedness) is detected, we can also discuss myopia control lenses, which may help slow myopia progression. Ask whether they fit within your child's Fidelis Care eyewear benefit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fidelis Care cover eye exams in Brooklyn?
Yes. Fidelis Care covers comprehensive eye exams for most members, including those in Brooklyn neighborhoods like Sheepshead Bay, Gravesend, and Bensonhurst. Vision Palace Optical at 1723 Avenue U accepts Fidelis Care. Coverage varies by plan, so verify your specific benefits by calling us at (718) 998-8400.
How often does Fidelis Care cover eye exams?
It depends on which Fidelis Care plan you have. For the Medicaid plan, the Fidelis Care Medicaid Managed Care Member Handbook says eye exams are covered generally every two years, unless medically needed more often, and members diagnosed with diabetes can self-refer for a dilated retinal exam once in any 12-month period. That follows New York Medicaid's own rule in the eMedNY Vision Care Manual. For Child Health Plus, the Essential Plan or a Fidelis Medicare plan, how often your plan covers exams and eyewear depends on your plan. Check your member handbook, or call us and we'll check for you.
Does Fidelis Care cover glasses or contact lenses after the exam?
On the Medicaid plan, the Fidelis Care Medicaid Managed Care Member Handbook lists glasses with Medicaid-approved frames, usually a new pair every two years, and contact lenses when medically necessary. On other Fidelis Care plans, what's covered for glasses and contacts depends on your plan. Coverage varies by plan, so call us or book through Zocdoc to verify your specific benefits before your visit.
Can I get a Fidelis Care eye exam at Vision Palace Optical the same day I call?
We welcome walk-ins, for comprehensive eye exams as well as DMV vision tests. If you'd rather pick a time, you can book through Zocdoc or call (718) 998-8400. We're open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm.
What happens if my Fidelis Care exam is at Vision Palace Optical but I want to buy frames somewhere else?
Your Fidelis Care plan will cover the exam at Vision Palace Optical. If you choose to purchase frames and lenses elsewhere, check your plan first to see what it covers there. Many members find it easier to do everything in one place, and we'll show you which frames in the shop your Fidelis Care plan covers.
Book Your Fidelis Care Eye Exam on Avenue U
Vision Palace Optical is here to make your eye care simple and covered. Whether you're new to Brooklyn or you've been in Sheepshead Bay for years, we've got the expertise and insurance partnerships to take care of your eyes. Dr. Sheyko and Dr. Shlivko are ready to evaluate your vision and help you find eyewear that fits your style and your coverage.
Book your eye exam at Vision Palace Optical - book through Zocdoc or call us at (718) 998-8400. We're at 1723 Avenue U in Brooklyn, open Monday through Saturday. Have your Fidelis Care member ID card ready, and we'll verify your benefits while you're on the phone.