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Cataract Removal with Lens Implant

Procedure Overview

This is the removal of a cloudy lens (cataract) that impairs a person’s vision. A man-made lens is then inserted in its place. This care bundle includes an office visit before the surgical procedure.

How Are These Numbers Calculated?

The cost information on this website is estimated and is based on roughly 67.6 million claims from a set of insurers and their reported negotiated rates with providers. These estimates are trended to and considered valid through July 1, 2019 based upon claims paid between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017.

Cost Overview

National Average

$ 3,720

Florida State Average

2,736

Our prices are estimates based on an average and may not be your actual costs. Your costs may be higher or lower for a number of reasons, including insurance deductibles, how sick you are, or other factors.

Cost Breakdowns

Our estimated cost information is not a guarantee of payment or benefits. Your actual costs may be higher or lower than the estimate.

Cataract Removal with Lens Implant

This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.

STEP 1
Office Visit with Specialist for Evaluation

A visit with an eye doctor for a general medical evaluation and detailed eye exam

NATIONAL

$ 223

State ()

NA

STEP 2
Cataract Removal and Insertion of Lens

The removal of a cataract and insertion of a special lens in the eye

NATIONAL

$ 3,497

State ()

NA

TOTAL

NATIONAL

$ 3,720

State ()

What to Expect

Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.

About this Procedure

After the Procedure

  • Before surgery, you will have a complete eye exam and eye tests by the ophthalmologist.
  • The doctor will use ultrasound or a laser scanning device to measure your eye. These tests help determine the best IOL for you.
  • Your doctor may prescribe eyedrops before the surgery. Follow instructions exactly on how to use the drops.
  • A patch to wear over your eye until the follow-up exam
  • Eyedrops to prevent infection, treat inflammation, and help with healing
  • You will need to have someone drive you home after surgery.
  • You will usually have a follow-up exam with your doctor the next day. If you had stitches, you will need to make an appointment to have them removed.

Before you go home, you may receive the following:  

How to Prepare

Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.

On the Day of the Procedure

  • Phacoemulsification: With this procedure, the doctor uses a tool that produces sound waves to break up the cataract into small pieces. The pieces are then suctioned out. This procedure uses a very small incision.
  • Extracapsular extraction: The doctor uses a small tool to remove the cataract in mostly one piece. This procedure uses a larger incision.
  • Laser surgery: The doctor guides a machine that uses laser energy to make the incisions and soften the cataract. The cataract is then removed usually by suctioning. Using the laser instead of a knife (scalpel) may speed recovery and be more accurate.

What to Ask

To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.

Questions to Ask Your Provider

  • What is a cataract?
  • How will cataract surgery help my vision?
  • If I have cataracts in both eyes, can I have surgery on both eyes at the same time?
  • How do I get ready for surgery?
  • What happens during cataract surgery?
  • What are the risks of cataract surgery?
  • What happens after cataract surgery?

Related Procedures

Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.

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