VSP Vision and Vision One Credit Union Launch New Loan Program to Support Private Practice Growth

RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif. – As part of its ongoing efforts to support private practice optometry, VSP Vision™ today announced a robust new program with Vision One Credit Union, offering a variety of loan options for practices looking to accelerate growth opportunities. 

Available to all VSP^® network practices, Vision One Credit Union private practice loan financing, powered by VSP Vision, will provide financing for practice expansion and renovations, purchases of existing practices, funding for retinal imaging equipment and more. Additionally, special loan reductions will be provided for practices participating in the VSP Premier Edge™ program, including 0.6% interest rate reduction on retinal imaging equipment loans. PECAA Max members will receive a 1% interest rate reduction on all loan types.

“Doctors have told us they need access to capital to grow and expand their business. With loans designed specifically with private practice in mind, Vision One Credit Union is another example of how we’re providing private practice doctors with unique opportunities that support their goals and long-term success,” said VSP Vision Chief Provider and Industry Solutions Officer Michelle Skinner. “Programs like this highlight VSP’s commitment to deliver unmatched support, value, and stability every step of the way.” 

The new program builds on VSP Vision and Vision One Credit Union’s longstanding support of private practice, with more than $192 million in loans provided over the past 22 years.

“For decades, Vision One Credit Union and VSP Vision have delivered specialized loan options to support private practice doctors throughout their career,” said Robert Schultz, President and CEO of Vision One Credit Union. “With these new loan offerings, we’re proud to provide doctors with funding solutions that meet the unique needs of their practices so they can grow and thrive.”

In addition to the loan program, VSP Premier Edge is launching new efforts to support participating practices, including:  

• VSP Premier Edge Marketing Campaign: To help increase patient flow to practice locations, a national digital advertising campaign will highlight the benefits of choosing a Premier Edge practice, including unique offerings like the Premier Edge Promise, a worry-free eyewear guarantee that allows them to replace their glasses at no cost to the practice, as well as rebates on contact lenses and eyewear savings. The campaign will run nationally from September – November across digital display ads, digital video, and social media.
• Vision Rescue: Vision Rescue will help practices access (and receive exclusive offers through) its turnkey platform featuring a wide range of over-the-counter (OTC) eye care products, in-office kiosks, and patient ordering technology. These tools empower doctors to seamlessly recommend and distribute treatments, improve patient follow-through, and differentiate their practices in competitive local markets.
• Alcon VSP Patient Rebate: Announcing a new stackable rebate for VSP patients, new and existing wearers can save up to $325 on Select Alcon WaterInnovations^® Contact Lenses when they purchase an annual supply of eligible Alcon contact lenses from a provider participating in Premier Edge. 

These investments are the latest examples of VSP’s ongoing support for private practice. The company recently announced the extension of the VSP Vision Exam Rebate through 2026, and that it will simplify and enhance its provider programs. Earlier this year, VSP Vision also announced it would not raise prices on Marchon, Altair, and Unity^® products in response to tariffs through the end of 2025.   

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About VSP Vision
At VSP Vision^™, our purpose is to empower human potential through sight. As the first national not-for-profit vision benefits company, this is what drives everything we do. For 70 years, VSP has been a leader in health-focused vision care. Every day, the people that power our complementary businesses across vision benefits, eye care services, eyewear solutions, and practice solutions, work together to create a world where everyone can bring their best vision to life. That means providing affordable access to eye care and eyewear for millions of members through a network of more than 42,000 doctors. It also means expanding access to vision care to those disadvantaged by income, distance, or disaster through VSP Eyes of Hope^®. To date, more than 4.3 million people in need have received access to no-cost eye care and eyewear through one of our Eyes of Hope programs. Learn more about how we’re reinvesting in greater vision, health, and opportunities for all at vspvision.com.