Cataract surgery is the process of removing the natural lens of the eye which developed an opacification also known as a cataract. During the surgical procedure, the eyes’ natural lens is replaced with a synthetic lens to retain the lens’ transparency. The surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist in different settings such as ambulatory or surgical center with little to no discomfort to the patient. The cataract surgery cost depends on the setting where the procedure will be performed. The fee for the ophthalmologist will also have an effect on the price of the cataract surgery.
How much is the cost of cataract surgery?- On average, the physician services, facility services, and anesthesia services can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $5,500 per eye without health insurance.
- A premium eye lens is going to cost more than a standard lens. A premium lens can cost upwards of $750 to $1,500 extra per eye.
- AllAboutVision.com claims that the surgery without insurance averages $4,461.47, while those with Medicare and insurance can expect to pay anywhere from $528 to $947.
- If you have health insurance or medicare, be sure to talk with your health insurance provider to see what is covered. With most insurance companies, this surgery will be covered as long as it is deemed medically necessary. You will only be responsible for your deductible or co-pay.
Factors that influence the price:
- The reputation and skill of the surgeon.
- The location and area in which you live.
- The type of lens. A premium lens is going to cost more.
- What is included in fee. Some doctors will include the pre-op and follow-up visits while other doctors won’,t cover.
- If the insurance provider is going to cover any parts of the surgery.
- Additional costs for the surgery are the anesthesia, which is necessary to make sure that the patient does not experience any discomfort or any pain while the procedure is being done. The price for anesthesia can range from $300 to $800 or more.
- Some doctors may want to run an EKG to determine the heart health before undergoing this procedure. Eye exams may be necessary ahead of time as well to gather exact measurements on what need to be done.
- If an astigmatism needs to be corrected, most doctors will recommend adding at least $300 per eye to fix this problem.
- A hospital setting is going to cost more than a local facility. Overnight stays at a local hospital can be upwards of $1,000 a night.
- Medications will be prescribed after the surgery is complete. This may or may not be included in the overall price of the surgery package.
- Follow-up visits will be required after the surgery is performed to ensure that the healing process is going according to plan.
- If any problems exist after the surgery has been performed, you may still have to wear glasses. If this is the case, the patient will be required to pay for glasses and/or contacts. Aside from glasses, LASIK surgery can often be performed when everything is complete.
- Included with the surgery is the replacement lens that will be used after the natural lens of the eyes has been removed.
- During the procedure, a slight incision will be made on the side of the cornea. Inserting a tiny instrument, the ultrasound will break up the center of the cloudy lens, suctioning everything out. After this cloudy lens has been removed, it will be replaced by what’,s known as a intraocular lens. This lens is made of a material such as silicone or plastic. Becoming permanent in the patient’,s eye, the results will be noticed almost immediately.
- Accommodating: Works just like most natural lenses. It can increase focus and increase the clarity of vision.
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