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LASIK Eye Surgery Cost & Profile
- Avg. Cost: $1700
- Candidate: Over 18 with healthy corneas
- Length: 10 minutes
- Treatments: Usually one
- Results: Permanent
- Back to work: 1-3 days
Common Questions & Answers about LASIK Eye Surgery
"I am 50 yrs old, have been wearing eyeglasses since I was 7 yrs. old for myopia. I now also have bifocals. I've also been told I have severe astigmatism and also congenital cataracts. Could I possilby be a candidate for lasik surgery?"
Latest LASIK Eye Surgery Doctors
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Fishkill, New York David Steinberg, |
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Toronto, Ontario The Bochner Eye Institute, |
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Plantation, Florida Raananah Katz, MD |
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Wellington, Florida Salvatore DeCanio, Jr., OD, FAAO |
 | LASIK Eye Surgery Silver Spring, Maryland Capital Eye Physicians & Surgeons, LLC, |
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Are You Paying Too Much for LASIK? The Real Costs of Corrective Eye Surgery
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Have you ever wondered why LASIK costs more in some cities and states than others? Some laser eye surgery centers may offer treatments at under $500 per eye, while others reach over $5000 for the total treatment. What accounts for these wide price ranges?
The total cost of treatment may depend on a doctor’s experience, the type of equipment used, and average market prices in a specific location. LASIK eye surgery has become more affordable in recent years because of new technologies and an increased number of available doctors to perform the procedure.
LASIK procedures have become a competitive business, and being an informed patient when choosing a doctor means you can benefit from reduced treatment programs without compromising your health. If you’re considering LASIK eye surgery, make sure you’re not paying too much by considering the following factors:
The LASIK Procedure – What You’re Paying For
Every doctor sets their own price for LASIK surgery based on:
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Doctor’s experience (rates)
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Office operational costs
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Royalties paid to the LASIK laser manufacturer
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Staff salaries
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Medications and recovery treatments available
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Advertising budgets
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Type of laser and technology used
Standard LASIK surgery costs were $3,570 for both eyes in 2005, according to IntraLase Corporation. Custom LASIK and procedures that use some of the latest technologies can increase the cost up to $500 per eye.
Today, the cost has steadily dropped around the nation, but higher-priced options that use innovative technologies may offer safer and more effective results.
Average Costs of LASIK in 2008
MarketScope, a research company for the ophthalmic industry in Manchester, Missouri reports the following national average costs associated with different LASIK procedures for 2008:
Flapless: $1750 per eye, average range $1300 - $2200
Wavefront Flapless: $2000 per eye, average range of $1650 - $2350
LASIK: $1700 per eye, average range of $1250-$2150
Wavefront LASIK: $2050 per eye, average range of $1600 - $2500
IntraLASIK: $2300 per eye, average range of $1700 - $2900
Wavefront IntraLASIK: $2400 per eye, average range of $1850 - $2950 (Source: MarketScope Reports)
Wavefront and IntraLASIK procedures make use of the latest technology, and are considerably more expensive. Still, most doctors offer convenient payment plans and low-interest patient financing to make it easier to manage the costs of LASIK.
Cheap LASIK – Too Good to Be True?
Despite the $1000+ price tags for quality LASIK procedures, many laser eye surgery centers offer rock-bottom pricing on each service. As attractive as these ‘bargain-priced’ services may sound, some can compromise your health and safety. The Pendleton Eye Center, a professional eye clinic in Oceanside, California encourages all patients to simply ignore the 'bargain discount laser surgery mart’ because most go bankrupt within a few years of operation, and "will destroy your records as soon as state laws permit" (Source: PendletonEye.com).
It’s important to learn as much as possible about your doctor before signing a contract for your procedure; this process ma involve reviewing patient testimonials, learning about the doctor’s experience, and finding out what resources you have available in case of any complications.
Paying the right price for LASIK may require you to stretch your budget, but when you know what the average costs of LASIK surgery and related procedures are in your area, you can make a better decision. Patient financing can also help manage costs so you don’t have to scale back on what’s more important than your budget – your health and safety.
Learn more about LASIK procedures in our Information Guide to LASIK Procedures, or locate a doctor for laser eye surgery in your area to get a quote on your procedure and set up a consultation.
By LocateADoc.com Medical Staff Writers
Our writers strive to present an objective, upfront and open view of the medical procedures you're interested in. We present you with both the good and bad, and work to represent both doctors' and patients' points of view. Our articles contain facts and statistics from medical associations, medical and surgical journals, and through doctor and patient interviews.
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Details of LASIK Eye Surgery"I already know some basic things about the surgery and I'm ready to research some of the details and maybe ask some questions."
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If you are like most patients, the price of LASIK is an important consideration when deciding whether or not to undergo surgery. Learn about the different options that can help you make LASIK more affordable. - LASIK Complications: Definitions and treatment options
Learn about the possible complications of LASIK surgery, how they can be prevented, and how they are treated. - Presbyopia Surgery: Decreasing Dependence on Reading Glasses...
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FDA-Approved lasers for LASIK, PRK and other refractive surgeries - LASIK Surgery Considerations
Considerations outlines the criteria you will need to weigh in order to make a well-informed decision. - LASIK Glossary
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Is now the best time to pursue LASIK surgery, or should you wait a few more years until technology gets even better? Learn about your future options with LASIK and corrective eye surgery.
- Comparing the LASIK Lasers
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Ready for LASIK Eye Surgery"I've pretty much finished by research on the surgery and I think I'm ready to find and meet with a doctor to get started."
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- Is Lasik Really the Answer to Vision Problems? Complications...
LASIK surgery accounts for over 2 million services for vision correction each year and has quickly become one of the most effective ways to maintain good eye health while correcting common vision problems. Still, many people are walking away from the doctor’s office with less than perfect results. Learn about the potential complications to make an informed decision for corrective eye surgery. - Find Laser Eye Surgery Doctors In Other Cities
- Patient Financing
Think you'll need help paying for your surgery? Almost anyone is a candidate for easy financing of up to 100% of the surgery costs.
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After LASIK Eye Surgery
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Featured Articles & News Related to LASIK Eye Surgery"What other related things might I like to know?"
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