How much does cataract surgery cost?

Reviewed by Yoshinori Abe, MD

Internal Medicine

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Explanation

The cost of cataract surgery is going to vary significantly based on your insurance, your doctor, the exact type of surgery and where you live in the United States. Very roughly, the cost can range anywhere from $3,000-6,000 per eye. If you're experiencing vision changes or eye discomfort, consider taking a free symptom checker test to better understand your symptoms before consulting with a healthcare provider.

(References)

Brown GC, Brown MM, Busbee BG. Cost-utility analysis of cataract surgery in the United States for the year 2018. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2019 Jul;45(7):927-938. doi: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2019.02.006. PMID: 31262482.

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