Why should I have to pay for better quality eyeglass frames at the VA?

Thanks LTC. K but what about us lowlife enlisted men do we just do without if we can't afford better glasses. Thank you for the support.

SGT Lorenzo Nieto DITTIO

PVT Simon Menchaca - He wouldn't have to do without glasses; he just wouldn't have the better frames that he preferred. There's a big difference.

SGT Lorenzo Nieto - I deleted your comment. Avoid the insults. That's against RP discussion conduct guidelines.

Like I said you’re talking out of your butt, the cool thing about this conversation there isn’t a damn thing you can do about it just agree to disagree have a great day.

SGT Lorenzo Nieto - I'm not going to keep warning you. Tone down your aggression towards other members. I strongly suggest you become familiar with our discussion conduct guidelines.
https://rallypoint.my.site.com/Support/s/article/rallypoint-answers-and-discussion-conduct-2020-03-13-10-21-35

SGT Lorenzo Nieto - You can keep being angry with me but the reality remains the same, you have the glasses the VA is going to give you unless you pay more.

I never said I was angry get your facts straight end of story.

Your wrong I do have black framed glasses.

Oh man that’s the last place I want to go lol.

They were free in basic and got the job done.

I have been getting a free pair every year. They kinda are like "birth control" styling, but I use them for reading. I am thankful that we have this benefit.

CPO James Barnhart -
"kinda are like "birth control" styling,"
HEY, CPO Barnhart? ~ What Manner Of Reading Materials Are You Subscribed To?
~~ I'll Take 3 of Each.~~

you only have a select few frames that are free. same for lenses you have to pay for them to be upgraded to polarized, progressive lenses and the better frames. for some people that does not matter but i always opt for the lenses that adjust to dark in the sun, titanium frames and progressive lenses as i cannot tolerate lined bifocals. i alternate years so each year i get prescription sunglasses then next i get regular glasses and in my case my eye sight has not changed so i am lucky in that regard. if i recall you have a dollar amount limit so its just options for the veteran.

Mine are Polarized, Darken In The Sun, ~ Previously Had Progressive Lenz ~ But I Just Chose A Stock Frame From The Display Samples. I Also Have Eye Glasses Available Through South-West Medical; My Medicare Provider, But VA's Actually A Better Deal.
FREE Beats Any Co-Pay. ~ "Hands Down" ~ What-Ever that Means~

Many Moons Ago When I Was Around 40, I Purchased A Pair Of Glasses From A
Well Known Company. When I Picked Them Up & Put Them On, I Could Have Seen Better Without Them. I Went To The Customer Servicer Desk And Explained The Problem,
ASSUMING I'd Be Scheduled For A Reappointment For Another Eye Exam & The Correct Prescription And Glasses. BUT She Looked Up The Records, Held Up My Glasses & Said
"They Look Fine To Me, Wear Them For A Few Days & Try Them Out Then Get Back With Us If You Still Have The Same Problem" ~ Once Again I Stated "I Can't See Well At All With These". To Which She Responded With "Your Eyes My Have To Get Use To Them".
Well, Being The Nice Guy I Am, I Picked-Up My Glasses, Bent Them In 1/2 Then Tossed Them Across Their Office And Replied "You're Not Even Fa-Kin Listening" And Walked Out The Door.. I Just Do NOT Handle "Stupid" Well

Ask for an appt using VA Community Care. After the exam, they have a large case holding a couple dozen frames to pick from. I then added the gradual tinting and lens protection.
The tinting was ruined one time cause I left them in my truck in the direct sunlight and/or heat (it’s called crazing). The lenses were replaced. Ya; they aren’t the most stylish of frames….; but I’m too cheap to spend $$$ for name brand or style.

I asked for sunglasses instead and was told no. They have to be regular clear lenses. Also had no option to upgrade to a better frame and lenses.

SGT Michael Bair -
Mine Are "Photochromic Lens" And Provided Without Extra Fees From The VA

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My Question:
"Is A Military Veteran Entitled To Care And Supplies,
Through ANY VA Facility, Regardless Of Where He Resides"?
Reply From Benefits.Gov
YES, a military veteran can receive medical products from out-of-state VA facilities, even if they are not living there. However, the veteran must be eligible for VA care without needing to enroll or be enrolled in VA health care 1. The eligibility for community care is dependent upon a veteran’s individual health care needs or circumstances 1. In most cases, veterans must receive approval from VA prior to obtaining care from a community provider 1. VA staff members generally make all eligibility determinations 1. Please note that VA is not authorized to ship medications or medical/surgical supply items outside of the U.S. or its territories 2. If you’re a veteran who lives overseas, you remain entitled to the benefits and services you earned through your military service. Most VA benefits are payable regardless of your place of residence or nationality 3. If you’re moving outside the U.S., you’ll need to sign up for the Foreign Medical Program. Through this program, VA will pay for certain needed health care services received in foreign countries to treat a service-connected disability or a disability that’s making a service-connected condition worse.
I hope this helps