LASIK Facts & Myths
Why Our LASIK Surgeons are Different
What about those ads I see for $499 LASIK?
Them: It is vital that when doing comparison shopping that you also compare what's included in the price and who is qualified to receive LASIK at that price. An advertisement for LASIK at $499 per eye often treats only very low prescriptions with little or no astigmatism. Prices increase dramatically as the prescription increases. Additionally, a patient may only have access to a specific laser – each laser can only treat specific prescription ranges and pupil sizes. If your prescription or pupil size is out of that range, the LASIK surgeons will automatically disqualify you for LASIK at that price.
Us: LASIK Benefits USA has the same set, contracted priceson LASIK for all prescription levels and all lasers, by our LASIK surgeons.
Them: Some LASIK surgeons also have additional fees for the initial LASIK consultation and follow up care. In most cases, the initial exam, post-operative visits, and retreatment warranties are not included in that price. Also, be aware that those additional charges may be required.
Us: Your LASIK pricing is all inclusive. Our complete LASIK surgery plan includes the free comprehensive eye exam, the LASIK procedure itself, all your post-operative appointments, as well as a one-year retreatment warranty.
Them: Many discount LASIK surgeons require non-refundable deposits prior to undergoing the LASIK procedure. Upfront deposits are only refundable if a person is not medically qualified – but even when the patientis not medically qualified, often only partial deposits are refunded. Many discount LASIK surgeons will keep a portion of the deposit to cover their cost for the eye exam.
Be sure to check on the qualifications of the LASIK surgeon who will be performing LASIK surgery on your eyes.
Make sure that the doctor has been credentialed by an impartial third party service. All of our LASIK surgeons have been!
Us: In addition to credentialing our LASIK surgeons, we also make sure that they are using FDA approved lasers. We check on all our LASIK doctors before they are included in our network. Our priority is to ensure you get the quality patient care you deserve.
Find out how you can save 40 - 50% off the national average traditional LASIK price.
My current vision plan says I can get 15% off LASIK.
Many vision plans offer a specific percentage off the doctor's usual rates for LASIK. However, many plans do not monitor the amount their members are being charged, so the question becomes, "Fifteen-percent off what?" It is possible that a LASIK surgeon could inflate the usual rate to compensate for the discounted price – leaving you wondering if you really received a price-break after all.
An important feature of our plan is that the contracted rates of our set pricing. This means we can monitor and manage what our members pay for LASIK, leaving no room for a LASIK surgeon to inflate the normal price to give you the illusion of savings. Our savings are real and will never leave you questioning what benefits you really received.
Common LASIK Myths
Myth: LASIK complications can make you go blind.
Fact: No cases of blindness as a result of LASIK complications have ever been reported in the United States.The risk of going blind from a LASIK complication is actually comparable to the risk of blindness from glasses or contacts!
Myth: The more procedures a LASIK surgeon has done, the better chance of good outcomes.
Fact: While the experience of the LASIK surgeon is important, there is a tapering learning curve. Once a laser eye surgeon has passed that initial learning curve, typically 200-300 procedures, the quality of the LASIK surgery becomes more impressive and important than simply comparing the surgeon's quantity of eyes done. Personalized, quality care and a track record of good outcomes is what you should look for in a LASIK surgeon you feel comfortable with.
Myth: All laser LASIK (IntraLase or Bladeless) is the safest procedure.
Fact: Every LASIK procedure involves creating a flap in the surface of the cornea. IntraLase procedures utilize a laser to create that flap instead of the microkeratome blade used in regular LASIK. IntraLase carries its own risks such as light sensitivity which although infrequent, does not make IntraLase either safer or better or at a lesser risk for a LASIK complication. Your LASIK surgeon and yourself will assess your needs and determine the procedure that is right for you during the initial consultation.
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