LASIK Costs
Like
many things in L.A., the price for
laser eye surgery spans a wide range.
On one end, some LASIK
eye surgeons charge as little
as $500 per eye. Others, however,
charge as much as $2,500 an eye. What
accounts for this difference? Many
factors play a role, but it is important
to remember that price should not
dictate which surgeon you see. “Discount,”
however, is a dirty word among some
LASIK experts, because it is often
associated with inferior care.
To
understand the difference in cost
between LASIK surgeons, it is important
to first learn what exactly each practice’s
quoted price entails. Some refractive
surgery practices bill follow-up
appointments separately, while others
include them in the initial cost of
surgery. Cost may also vary according
to location, the surgeon’s reputation,
the type of equipment used, the degree
of your refractive
error, and other factors.
Unfortunately,
insurance does not usually cover the
cost of LASIK
eye surgery. In some cases, a
payment plan may be able to help a
patient spread out the cost of surgery.
To find out more about the costs and
options available, contact several
well-qualified refractive surgeons.
Research and comparison can help you
make an informed decision.
Click
on any of the Metro Areas to Find
a LASIK Doctor:
Beverly
Hills | Long
Beach/Downtown and Mid-Cities
North
Orange County |
South
Orange County/Irvine |
West
LA/Santa Monica | Inland
Empire | Newport
Beach/Coastal |
San
Fernando Valley/San Gabriel Valley/Pasadena
| Ventura
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