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What are the laser vision costs?

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A screening for LV is available at no cost. This involves measuring optical properties of your eye such as the correction in your current glasses, the curvature of you eye, pupil size and other measurements that do not involve eyedrops. The complete LV workup, which includes an examination with eyedrops lasts about 30 - 45 minutes costs $225.00 and is not covered by insurances. Depending on the complexities of your measurements, history and affiliation discounts LV associated costs can range from $1500.00 to $2,850.00 per eye. The fee is a global fee, which includes all preoperative testing and postoperative care. There are no additional charges for patients with high corrections or astigmatism. We also offer financing options.

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Why not go to a cheaper LV center?

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With LV correction, safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction should be the driving force behind the LV surgeon you choose, not cost. Although we hope you will not choose your surgeon based on a discounted price once you calculate some discount LV center's pricing based on personalized prescription and extra charges for premium technology our LV pricing with our global fee may be more affordable .

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Does insurance cover LV?

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As a general rule most insurances will not cover this procedure as it is considered elective. On the other hand certain flex spending accounts will authorize payment for LV operations. If there are any eligibility questions our office will be happy to help you with your inquiries.

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Can all eyes and prescriptions be treated with LV?

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No. LV might not be advisable if there are certain medical eye conditions. This is why a comprehensive eye exam will be performed after the screening process to identify and discuss alternatives. Also there are limits to the amount of correction we can offer a patient with LV. If a patient is at the extremes sometimes combination LV surgeries with intraocular lens surgery might be an option.

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Does LV hurt?

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LV is an operative procedure and therefore there is always going to be some sensation of the operation. Typically LASIK LV is the least painful as a deep flap is created and prescription pain medication is not usually needed. LASIK LV be an available option for you depending on the amount of surgery you will need to achieve your correction. Surface treatments like PRK or EPILASIK LV offers more corrective options however as we treat closer to the exterior of the cornea there is a greater chance for discomfort so prescription pain medications may be prescribed.

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Is LV permanent?

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Yes, LV is permanent.

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What is an enhancement?

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LV is the surgical reshaping of your cornea to compensate for your optical correction. As with any operation healing depends on personal factors and over and under corrections may develop. An enhancement is the need to refine your optical correction and is performed as a secondary correction. There is no additional charge for enhancement withing 12 months of the LV correction.

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Do I have to worry about moving my eyes during the lasik procedure?

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Eye movement is normal so our laser is designed the Star S4 ActiveTrak Excimer laser system. This newest-generation laser system incorporates the latest active eye-tracking system . It allows the surgeon to track and follow your eye movements as the laser is applied.

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How do I decide who should perform my vision correction surgery?

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This is an important decision. Please take the time to ask questions and consider your choices carefully. A primary consideration is the training and experience of the ophthalmologist who will perform your surgery. The surgeon you select should be a board-certified ophthalmologist with advanced training in today's vision correction surgical techniques. Ophthalmologists who specialize in vision correction surgery generally spend considerable time investigating new technology and analyzing their outcomes. Finally you should consider the relationship between you and your surgeon.

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