There is no doubt that lasik (laser eye surgery) is a life-changing surgery in high demand. Through our evolved technology, we are able to point a cool laser at the eye, thus restoring vision for the near-sighted, the far-sighted and the astigmatic. It is simply incredible! However, the cost of laser eye surgery keeps some would-be candidates away. It is hard to justify the expense for some, while others simply cannot afford what they consider to be an out of reach luxury. That is why one must determine exactly what the cost of laser eye surgery really covers.

Surprisingly the cost of laser surgery has increased over the last few years. This may be due to the increased demand, but it is important to note that there has been an increase in custom vs. traditional procedures. There really is a great deal of price variation from doctor to doctor, and it's important to shop around both for a qualified and excellent physician as well as for a fair price.

Many insurance companies will not cover laser vision corrective eye surgery, because they view it as a cosmetic procedure. Therefore, the cost of laser eye surgery becomes an out of pocket expense for most of its recipients. That is why it is imperative that you know just what you are paying for.

The cost of lasik is sited per eye, with $2000 being a good ballpark figure. But before signing on the dotted line, ask what you are paying for. Will there be additional fees (medication, follow-up visits, possible complications) or is it all covered in the original quote? It is important to understand just what you are paying for so that there will be no surprises later on.