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Originally Posted by queasy27
I have not yet had my appointment with Dr. Ireland and will of course be discussing various options with her, but I'd be interested to hear other first-hand experiences and recommendations. Which type of lens did you select and were you satisfied with your decision?
I only know one person who had the surgery and her outcome wasn't the best.
Costs seem to vary quite a bit. My optometrist told me to get only what Medicare pays for: "No extras!"  |
Don't take advice re: cataract surgery from an optometrist. See an ophthalmologist that others have been happy with.
I had multifocal lenses put in about six years ago (at age 62). Surgeries were done a couple weeks apart. (I believe this is standard procedure, just in case there is a problem or an infection develops in one eye.) I am super happy with the outcome.
I was told that my out of pocket cost would be $1500 or so per eye. Turned out to be twice that amount. (The lenses themselves are more expensive and both the surgeon and surgical center charge extra.) I am grateful that I was a good candidate for the procedure and that I was able to pay my share.
Considering how much I was spending on blended bifocals every couple of years, I expect to come out ahead in the long run. (Based on family history I have a good chance of living into my late 80's or longer.) But even if that weren't true, it would be worth it to me. I LOVE NOT WEARING GLASSES!
Good luck.
kathy