A group of California optometrists started VSP in 1955, and it remains doctor-governed and not-for-profit, which is unusual in the benefits world. Coverage runs to annual eye exams, frames and lenses, contact lenses and LASIK discounts, delivered through a network of roughly 33,000 eye care providers serving more than 85 million members. Because the organization also owns Marchon eyewear, Eyefinity practice software and Visionworks retail, your members generally see wide frame selection and in-network availability wherever they live. AM Best assigns Vision Service Plan and its subsidiaries a Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) with a stable outlook.