Kids' Glasses Covered by Sunshine Health: Getting Your Child's First Pair

Finding out your child needs glasses can raise a lot of questions: What will it cost? Will they wear them? Will they break them in a week? For Sunshine Health families in South Florida, the cost question has a reassuring answer — kids' glasses are a covered benefit. Here's how to handle the rest.

Coverage for Children's Eyeglasses

Under its child health benefits, Sunshine Health covers eyeglasses for children when they're medically necessary, along with the annual eye exam that determines the prescription. That typically means no out-of-pocket cost for your child's standard frames and lenses. Our team at Advanced Vision Care verifies your child's benefits before the appointment so you know exactly where you stand.

Helping Your Child Actually Wear Their Glasses

The best prescription in the world doesn't help in a backpack pocket. Let your child pick their frames from the covered options — kids wear glasses they chose themselves. Start with short wearing periods at home, praise without hovering, and let their teacher know so they can encourage wear at school. Most kids adapt within a couple of weeks, especially once they realize how much better they can see.

Choosing Frames That Survive Childhood

We recommend flexible hinges, impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses (standard for kids), and properly fitted temples that don't slide. Our opticians fit children's glasses every day and will make sure the pair your child leaves with actually stays on their face during recess.

Broken or Lost Glasses

It happens to nearly every family. If your child's glasses are lost or damaged, call us — we'll walk you through the replacement options under your Sunshine Health plan.

Book Your Child's Appointment

From exam to first fitting, we make the process easy for Sunshine Health families. Request an appointment online or call your nearest Advanced Vision Care location in South Florida.