LASIK Plus is a national chain that specializes in performing the LASIK surgeries, and is similar to that of LensCrafters or Pearle Vision; the quality of care that you receive at LASIK Plus is generally comparable to what you would expect from a national chain, and overall it is a decent and affordable option for those interested in the LASIK surgery.
In general, the average price of a LASIK procedure at this center is similar to that offered by traditional and private doctors, with the average price being $1500 to $1800 per eye.
LASIK Plus is a large company, and it now accounts for about 15% of all LASIK surgeries in the US.
Many who choose LASIK Plus are generally satisfied with their procedure, surgeon, and results, but the choice ultimately is in the hands of each individual patient.
If the patient is leaning towards having his LASIK surgery at a LASIK Plus center, the following are a list of the additional advantages which LASIK Plus offers that are not found in private doctors or medical centers: 1.
Completely free consultation and comprehensive eye exam to determine whether or not you are a candidate for LASIK - this actually is a significant advantage offered by LASIK Plus, as these tests are actually 100% free, regardless of whether or not you actually elect to have to procedure completed.
The eye exam is also quite thorough as well, and consists of corneal thickness and topography measurements, wavefront measurements, multiple pupil measurements, a complete ocular exam, including pupil dilation, and a number of refraction tests.
The prospective patient's ocular and medical history are taken as well.
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Surgeons who perform only LASIK surgeries - the surgeons who work at LASIK Pus centers specialize only in these surgeries; they do not perform any other surgeries nor treat any other eye conditions.
This specialization allows them to have time to learn the latest techniques in LASIK surgery, and the most recent technologies for this procedure.
However, this does not in any way reflect the skill level of the surgeon himself, and one should not choose a surgeon solely on this fact; the surgeon's success rate and overall number of surgeries is what should be considered instead.
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All LASIK Plus centers have up to date and advanced technologies and equipment, since they are part of a national chain and as such can more easily afford the latest technology.
By contrast, private physicians must finance and purchase their own equipment themselves, and must already be reasonably successful in order to be able to do so.
LASIK Plus is able to keep their overall prices down due to being a national chain, while at the same time helping to ensure that the patient has a higher chance of receiving a successful surgery due to more advanced technology and equipment.
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Financing options available directly onsite - the LASIK Plus chain offers financing options directly through a financing company called CareCredit, and prevents you from having to go through the hassle of searching for a financing company on your own.
LASIK Plus also works extensively with FSAs (flexible spending accounts) and health spending accounts as well.
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Discount through your regular vision insurance coverage - LASIK plus offers a 15% discount with your regular vision plan.