There was a time where prescriptions were not required to be given to the patient. The patient had to buy glasses from the doctor. Glasses were routinely $100-$

There was a time where prescriptions were not required to be given to the patient. The patient had to buy glasses from the doctor. Glasses were routinely $100-$200 in 1980s dollars (that's what, $300-$400 in 2017 dollars). Now you can use your vision insurance to get your eyes checked and take your prescription wherever... It ends up being a pretty good deal. $50-$100 for the checkup and $10-$30 for really nice glasses online.