Cost of LASIK Eye Surgery
How much does LASIK Eye Surgery cost?
The cost of LASIK is dependent on the practitioner and can differ from location. Other factors include the type of technology used and how much experience the doctor has. However, LASIK surgery typically costs between $499 and $2,500 per eye. Generally speaking, the more correction your prescription requires, the more your LASIK surgery will cost.
Is LASIK covered by insurance?
Although LASIK is not a cosmetic procedure, it is considered an elective surgery. Such surgeries are covered in many European and Asian countries. However, most United States, Canadian and Latin American insurance policies will not cover the procedure, nor will Medicare usually cover it.
You should check with your insurance company to see if your policy offers partial or full coverage for the cost of LASIK surgery. Also check with your employer to see if your company offers any kind of benefits that cover LASIK eye surgery.
Is LASIK tax deductible?
LASIK may also be used as a deduction from your U.S. or Canadian federal income taxes. You should check with your accountant to see if you can list LASIK as a deductible health expense or as an expense if you are an actor.
Is LASIK financing available?
Many ophthalmologists in the US are offer LASIK financing plans to their patients to make it more affordable.
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