Some Medicare estimates forcataract surgeryare slightly less.
Specific costs vary depending on the lens throw in, other underlying eye issues, and surgical technique.
Cataract surgery is covered byinsuranceandMedicare, but specific costs will vary.
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Some credit cards do offer interest reductions for specific medical costs.
Reach out to your credit card company to see if you qualify.
Types of Procedure
Four main surgical techniques are used for cataract surgery.
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There are multiple options for lenses used in cataract surgery.
It is important to discuss with your healthcare provider any potential out-of-pocket costs for the procedure.
It is also helpful to speak to your insurance or Medicare representative to fully understand your coverage.
If you have astigmatism and a cataract, only one lens can be implanted.
A special toric lens is needed.
Cataract surgery with a toric lens comes with an added cost.
Expect to have acopayand a deductible, though.
A copay will apply to the surgery as well as all appointments.
Additional fees for the surgical center and anesthesia group might be required.
Before surgery, speak to your insurance provider and ask questions regarding the financial aspects of the surgery.
This is considered standard cataract surgery.
Medicare covers about 80% of the cost.
You will contribute money from your paycheck before income taxes are taken out.
By utilizing pre-tax money, you will be saving money.
It is important to look at the complication risk and surgical outcomes.
The procedure has minimal risk and side effects.
In some cases, certain lens types or techniques may mean additional costs.
Speak to your insurance company as well as the surgeons office to determine out-of-pocket costs.
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