What Happens to Your VSP Vision Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Phone
1-800-877-7195
Action
Cancel vision insurance
Step-by-Step Guide
Notify VSP Vision
Call VSP at 1-800-877-7195 to report the death and begin cancelling the vision insurance plan.
Estimated time: 15 min
Use remaining benefits
If dependents have remaining vision benefits for the current plan year, schedule any needed eye exams or order glasses/contacts before cancellation.
Cancel or update plan
Cancel the vision plan or update it to remove the deceased member. Request written confirmation of the change.
Document Now Checklist
- VSP member ID
- Policy number
- Phone number: 1-800-877-7195
- Covered dependents
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Dependents on your health plan lose coverage when the primary holder dies. They have a 60-day special enrollment period to find new coverage.
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Note your Medicare number, Part A/B/C/D enrollment status, and any Medigap/supplement plan.
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