Can Medicare Cover LASIK Surgery?
No, Medicare does not cover LASIK, or most other eye care services, because they're not considered medically necessary. However, some Medicare Advantage plans may cover LASIK eye surgery, in addition to other routine vision care.
Learn more about the costs you'll likely face for LASIK, as well as other procedures, such as cataract surgery or eyelid surgery.
The Cost of LASIK
Like all procedures, LASIK operations can vary widely in cost from one practitioner to the next. Still, expect to pay around $1,500 to 2,000 per eye.1
Because Medicare only covers limited vision care and does not cover LASIK surgery, this may be too expensive for you to pay out of pocket. So, what other options do you have?
For seniors who have stopped working, your best bet may be financing. Your eye care provider may allow you to pay for your surgery on credit, with fixed-rate, long-term payments.
Some Medicare Advantage plans (Medicare Part C) may cover LASIK eye surgery. In fact, most Medicare Advantage plans offer some coverage for routine vision care, eyeglasses, contacts and other services.
If you are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, you should also check whether the plan has vision benefits that cover LASIK.