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You have a two "optional" choices for the IOL implants, which are not covered by Medicare, as of now that is.
1) Toric IOL's - these correct for astigmatism. Usually approximately an extra $1000 per eye. Note, these are only recommended if your astigmatism is at least 1 diopter. I think these are great, because you will be the most fully corrected possible and they have a very good track record of correction.
2) Multi-focal IOL's - there are a few "brands" of these. Depends on which brand your M.D. prefers. These are costly, probably about $2,000 extra an eye, but again depends on what your particular M.D. decides to charge. I am not particularly a fan of these. You might be one of those patients who can't get rid of halos with these, or who doesn't find it giving the best vision you wanted for distance and near. I mean, honestly, just get a pair of OTC readers and skip the multifocals.
Third decision you might face is whether to have the LENSYX procedure. This is also extra $$, per eye. It replaces the actual surgeon making the incisions, which is the first few steps of the surgery. Honestly, if you feel you have a competent surgeon, who has been doing cataract surgeries for years, I feel this is truly a waste of your money. But, that's just my opinion.
How do I know all this?? Well, I have worked for eye doctor's for 15 years. I have seen many, many post-op patients and the results of their surgeries.
Good luck to everyone.
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