Two pairs of single vision eyeglasses, one for near vision and one for distance vision, are covered in lieu of multifocal eyeglasses only when one or more of the following conditions exists:

• The member's Rx cannot be made into bifocal lenses
• The member is unable to adjust to bifocals
• The member has a disability or is at an advanced age that precludes adjustment of bifocals
• The member's occupation makes bifocals hazardous
• The member has marked facial asymmetry

• DIOPTER CHANGE >= .50 DIOPTERS or
• AXIS CHANGE >= 15 DEGREES or
• PRISM CHANGE >= .50 DIOPTERS

See Interim Benefits in the Plans and Coverages section for more information.