So, you think you might like to have LASIK surgery? There are many things to take into consideration when deciding if LASIK is right for you? Is your prescription stable? Are you an ideal candidate? Who is the best surgeon? Is the cost of LASIK a good investment for me?
In the United States, the national average cost of LASIK eye surgery ranges anywhere from $1,500 to $4,5001 per eye. While the national average is a good starting point, it’s important that you find out what your actual LASIK cost will be at the LASIK practice you are researching. Once you know your cost of LASIK from a trusted practice, you need to look at your return on investment (ROI) quantitatively but also in the quality of your lifestyle. First, let’s look at the national average cost of LASIK and why it is such a large range.
As we stated earlier, in the United States, the national average cost of LASIK surgery can range from $1,500 to $4,500 per eye, so how do you know how much your LASIK will cost, and why do you see ads promoting “LASIK for $299”?
The first step in evaluating a practice for your laser eye surgery is to make sure you are comparing apples to apples. Patients should thoroughly evaluate multiple surgeons before selecting the one who will perform their surgery. It’s ok to be picky. After all, we are talking about surgery on your eyes.
Patients should also compare LASIK price quotes to avoid hidden fees or “starting at” prices. The chance of you actually paying $299 for LASIK surgery is very slim, because the price increases if you have a higher prescription, astigmatism, opt-in for post-operative care plans or enhancement plans, etc.
Now that you understand the varying pricing models for LASIK surgery, it is important that you do some research to determine what the cost of your surgery will be. When you begin evaluating LASIK eye surgery cost, it is important to make sure you find a practice that understands your unique situation, your vision, lifestyle and your finances, and a surgeon that you trust with your eyes. The last point is especially important - that way, you can take comfort in knowing that the practice is taking all of your vision and health concerns into consideration, and your consultation will take place with the doctor that is performing your procedure .
Patients should research different practices and have this comprehensive LASIK consultation with at least two LASIK surgeons before selecting the right fit. Determining the cost of LASIK can be challenging, as it varies based on the practice, their technology and expertise. Some practices will require you to come in for the consultation in order to calculate your cost of LASIK as it is based on your prescriptions, if you have astigmatism, and sometimes what type of technology is used. Other practices have a flat pricing structure, so you can get a straightforward answer over the phone.
In the charts below, we help you understand the cost of LASIK, as well as what Providence Eye has to offer.
In this first chart, we compare the costs of LASIK versus a lifetime of contact lenses or glasses. We think you’ll quickly see the return on investment (ROI) in LASIK eye surgery.
This second chart below outlines what is included in the cost of LASIK at Providence Eye. We won’t surprise you with hidden fees like many practices do, but instead, we will clearly communicate the flat-rate LASIK price upfront. We also do not increase your cost of LASIK if you have astigmatism or a higher prescription.
At Providence Eye & Laser Specialists, we believe in being straightforward about pricing. We won’t surprise you with additional costs or hidden fees. We understand the cost of LASIK eye surgery must be a consideration, and we want you to make good medical decisions and good financial decisions.
Contact us today to schedule your complimentary consultation. We’ll discuss will provide you our straightforward pricing to you in writing.