Contact lenses in District of Columbia

Yes. A contact lens fitting is billed on top of a comprehensive eye exam because it requires extra measurements and a follow-up to verify fit. Vision plans often cover part of it as a 'contact lens fit and follow-up' benefit.

Commonly $30 to $75 for a standard spherical fitting and $100 to $250 for specialty lenses such as toric, multifocal, scleral or keratoconus fits. Confirm with the practice.

Often yes for common prescriptions — most practices keep trial lenses in stock. Toric, multifocal and high powers are usually ordered.

Typically one year in the United States. Under the FTC Contact Lens Rule your prescriber must give you a copy automatically, and you may buy your lenses anywhere.