Cataract Cost & Financing

Cataract Cost

Cataract surgery with a “basic” lens implant is typically a covered procedure under most private insurances, as well as Medicare. Your contract with your carrier will specify what your out-of-pocket amount due, if any, will be.

There are typically three entities you will pay for cataract surgery:

• - The surgeon (TVLC)

• - The anesthesiologist

• - The surgery center
  
  

We will provide you with an estimate of your total costs prior to finalizing your surgery dates. However, this is ONLY an estimate, and you are strongly encouraged to contact your insurance provider to verify any exact amounts due to us, the anesthesiologist, or the surgery center.

Premium Lens Upgrade Cost

At TVLC, we are thrilled to offer patients options for achieving their vision goals. For patients whose eyes are healthy and whose specialized testing qualifies them for an upgrade, TVLC offers premium lens options designed to reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses:

• Toric lenses: Correct astigmatism and improve distance vision.

• Extended-depth-of-focus lenses: Provide distance and intermediate vision, reducing dependence on glasses for activities such as driving and computer use.

• Presbyopia-correcting lenses: Provide a broader range of distance, intermediate, and near vision to reduce dependence on glasses for everyday activities.
  
  

During your cataract evaluation, your doctor and surgical counselor will explain how each option works and which lens may best support your vision and lifestyle goals. Premium lens upgrades are not covered by Medicare or insurance and require an additional out-of-pocket payment.

TVLC offers flexible financing options and can assist patients with using eligible FSA or HSA funds.

Financing Options

Many of our patients choose to finance their surgery costs. We are proud to partner with CareCredit and Alphaeon for quality and reputable outside financing. Speak with us at your appointment about obtaining any needed financing and we will get you going!