eHealth
Author: Kaitlyn Short
eHealth Insurance is a one-stop shop for vision insurance. Its specialty is matching consumers with vision plans from its extensive network of vision plan providers. After completing a short online form, the company provides a list of vision insurance plans to best fit your needs.
The Good
- Group Vision Insurance for Small Businesses
- Great Customer Service
- Custom Packages for Your Needs
Group Vision Insurance for Small Businesses
Small business owners interested in providing vision insurance to their employees can compare plans and pricing through eHealth.
Monthly prices can be as low as $5 per employee with a $2 employer contribution. As with all insurance pricing, it changes depending on the situation and plan specifics.
Great Customer Service
In addition to an extensive FAQ page, eHealth has numerous channels to reach out to their customer service. Whether it’s in the form of phone, email, or chat, they have representatives available 24 hours to answer questions.
Custom Packages for Your Needs
eHealth offers tailored packages that cover exactly what you need, which is beneficial in the sense that you only pay for what you’ll be utilizing. This is also convenient for those with unique situations, to help them find the best coverage.
The Bad
- No In-House Coverage
- Limited General Information on Vision Plans for Independent Buyers
No In-House Coverage
While eHealth is an excellent choice to help you find the right vision insurance coverage, the company does not actually provide coverage in house. Instead, it works as more of a middleman to help connect you with a vision insurance provider.
Limited General Information On Vision Plans for Independent Buyers
While eHealth is an excellent comparison tool and plan finder, it does not provide a lot of general information about the amount of vision plans and vision insurance providers that can be viewed on their website.
Customers can only see their options after completing a questionnaire.
The Bottom Line
eHealth is a company that can help match you with a vision insurance provider. The company offers excellent customer service and strives to make the process of getting vision insurance as streamlined as possible. If you'd like to compare offerings from multiple providers, eHealth is a good place to start. However, keep in mind that eHealth itself will not be the one providing coverage.
