Hello, this is proberly a really stupid question.
I get an NHS voucher because of my age. I think its something like £40 - £60 per time. Now normally i don't use this, because there isn't always a need. Can i get some prescription sun glasses with it? I know if i just was standard Long or Short sighted then the answer is pure and simple NO. However because i have KC my eyes are sensitive to light is this a good enough excuse? LOL
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jayboi2005
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Or you can be like me and have too many optometrists but nowhere near where i live! LOL!! When you need them you usually can't see well so that is not a good time to go looking!! Hehe i know, i live in London now not Wales! Gee!!!! 
Is a good question though, hope you get your answer soon!
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Is a good question though, hope you get your answer soon!
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Lynn White
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OKay OKay I am here!
Actually yes you can use your voucher for a tinted pair whether you are KC or not. The voucher has an option for tint, so its not a problem. You just can't have a clear pair AND a tinted pair at the same time.
I rather think you could also have a tinted pair of plain lenses in a frame to wear over your contacts if you wanted, based on clinical need.
However, this voucher JB is talking about is only is only available if you are financially eligible. The comoplex vuvher is only about £12 so wouldn't really cover a full pair of glasses.
Lynn
Actually yes you can use your voucher for a tinted pair whether you are KC or not. The voucher has an option for tint, so its not a problem. You just can't have a clear pair AND a tinted pair at the same time.
I rather think you could also have a tinted pair of plain lenses in a frame to wear over your contacts if you wanted, based on clinical need.
However, this voucher JB is talking about is only is only available if you are financially eligible. The comoplex vuvher is only about £12 so wouldn't really cover a full pair of glasses.
Lynn
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Andrew, see my FAQ on NHS vouchers! Yes they are age related but also are financially related and the values are exactly the same either way and based on your prescription.
To be financially eligible, you have to be on:
Income Support
Income based job seekers allowance
Pension Credit Guarantee credit
Tax credit (named on a valid NHS Tax Credit Exemption Certificate)
Named on a valid HC2 certificate
To be financially eligible, you have to be on:
Income Support
Income based job seekers allowance
Pension Credit Guarantee credit
Tax credit (named on a valid NHS Tax Credit Exemption Certificate)
Named on a valid HC2 certificate
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