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When getting cataract surgery, there are various factors to consider, such as which lens type you want and whether you’d rather have private or NHS cataract surgery. Choices like these can affect the overall price you pay for your cataract surgery. Let’s take a closer look.
Average cost of Cataract Surgery
The standard replacement used on the NHS is called a monofocal lens, which improves your vision for a specific distance (like far away or up close). Cataract surgery is available for free on the NHS, and patients who receive cataract treatment on the NHS won’t have to pay any additional costs.
There are other factors which affect the price of your cataract surgery, which we’ll explore in this article.
What does Cataract Surgery include?
Pre-Surgery assessments
Before your surgery, several steps will be carried out, such as eye tests and measurements, a conversation about the lens options available, and the opportunity to address any questions you have.
Surgery
Cataract surgery involves removing your cloudy lens and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens, a procedure that takes around 10-20 minutes to complete. When you come to Newmedica, our theatre teams will be there to ensure you feel completely comfortable throughout the surgery.
Post-Operative Care
Once surgery is complete, you may be given an eye shield to protect your eyes from accidental damage, particularly when you go to sleep. You’ll be prescribed eye drops to prevent infection from occurring and to help with healing. You’ll also be given specific aftercare advice, such as when and how to use your eye drops, and it’s important to follow this.
At Newmedica, we’ll give you a call the next day to check in, and a follow-up appointment will take place a few weeks later. If you have any urgent concerns, you’ll also have access to an emergency helpline.
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Factors that affect Cataract Surgery cost
Type of Surgery
The cost of cataract surgery depends on whether you choose private or NHS treatment. If you receive NHS-funded treatment, this is free, with no additional cost to you. Going private means you can choose a different lens type if you’d like, and doing this could reduce your dependency on glasses after your surgery. This will also affect the price of your surgery, as specialist lenses are more expensive compared to a standard monofocal lens replacement. If you have astigmatism, a toric lens can correct this, but this is not generally offered on the NHS. Although cataract surgery always involves removing the cloudy lens and replacing it with a clear artificial one, the surgical techniques used can vary, and these range in cost.
Insurance coverage
If you have medical insurance that covers cataract treatment, some or all of your cataract treatment costs will be covered by the insurer.
Insurance and financing options
At Newmedica, we want private surgery to be an option for more patients, so we’ve teamed up with Novuna to offer 0% finance for 10 months on treatments that are over £1,000. Applying for finance is easy and convenient; the whole process only takes a few minutes and is secure and simple. Our staff will be happy to explain what is needed to process an application. Please note, this isn’t available at Newmedica Norwich.
Patient Testimonial | Cataract Surgery at Newmedica Manchester
"cataract surgery was something I was dreading. Mr Bhamy made it easy and reassuring for me. The staff were wonderful, professional and friendly. The outcome was better than I ever expected"
Patient Testimonial | Cataract Surgery at Newmedica Worcester
"I recently visited Newmedica, Worcester for an assignment after which they offered me next day surgery as they'd had a cancellation. I found all the staff right from reception to nursing to doctors, were warm, welcoming and excellent, each and every staff member I met at Worcester were absolutely wonderful, from the moment I arrived to the moment they discharged me. I can't recommend them highly enough. The waiting room was pleasant, there was thoughtful touches such as complementary drinks available, the clinic is modern and clean. If anyone needs cataract surgery like I had go to Newmedica Worcester."
Discovery Cataract Surgery at Newmedica today
At Newmedica, we offer a single fixed price, ensuring there aren’t any hidden fees to surprise you. This means you’ll pay one price for the cataract surgery, your replacement lens, all medication, and all pre- and post-operative appointments. We also use the highest quality lenses to achieve the best clinical outcomes, including some that can reduce how dependent you are on your glasses.
Across our Newmedica locations, we care for over 306,000 private and NHS patients each year. We work with local opticians and GPS as well as the NHS to help treat and manage a broad range of advanced eye conditions. When you visit us, we’ll be dedicated to understanding your needs so that we can deliver the best possible experience and care for you with understanding and compassion. We’ll make sure to give you the warmest welcome, hold your hand if you’re nervous, and be there for you from your first appointment, right to your very last.