The Cataract Centre
Cataract Surgery Costs – Brisbane
For Cataract Surgery, Trust in our Experience
We know that visual expectations of Cataract Surgery are increasing as patients extend their working life and enjoy fuller outside interests. As a longstanding practice, we not only welcome the challenge of meeting these changing demands, but have the extensive experience needed for achieving optimum results.
The Cataract Centre within Brisbane Eye Clinic is streamlined, affordable and patient focused. We aim for the best outcomes by using high fidelity equipment, advanced methodology and precise interpretation of predictive data.
Why wait? Appointments are available within 2-3 weeks so that you can have your condition diagnosed and treatment arranged without delay.
Personalised assessment and treatment: No two patients are the same and each patient has their own priorities and lifestyle needs. Our surgeons will focus on your case and explain the options and outcomes that are best suited to you. We want you to understand and feel comfortable with your treatment.
Surgery advice and preparation – Our aim is to provide you detailed education on Cataract surgery with realistic expectations on outcomes. Our staff are trained to walk you through the entire process of surgery and costs, so you leave with a full understanding of the surgery and clear expectations for the day of surgery.
Outcome Focused? Patients can rely on quality that is benchmarked against leading international standards
Privately Insured Cataract Fees
GOLD Health Fund coverage
SURGEON FEE
BUPA – NO GAP
OTHER – KNOWN GAP of $120
SILVER Health Fund coverage
Most Health Funds policies do not cover Cataract Surgery on the Silver Tier Level. Patients need to contact their fund for clarification.
BRONZE & BASIC Health Fund Coverage
Not covered for Cataract Surgery
NO GAP: The surgeon’s fee is provided with no out of pocket amount over and above the contribution from Medicare and the patients Private Health Insurance.
KNOWN GAP: The Known Gap is the patient out of pocket amount. This is the difference between the allowable surgeon fee and the Health Fund and Medicare Rebates.
Note: Anaesthetist’s fees and any applicable hospital excess will be charged separately.
After Care: Patients consulting fees for the first 4 weeks after surgery are not Medicare Rebatable.
Please click here for more more information on Cataract Surgery
Surgery is conveniently provided in the Inner West and North Brisbane.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek an opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
Uninsured Patients Cataract Surgery Costs
Uninsured Non Pensioner patients are welcomed at Brisbane Eye Clinic with a concessional surgery package offered: $3000 per operation (includes the facility, staff, surgeon, anaesthetist, monofocal intraocular lens and implantation gel). Prices are subject to change without notice.
Uninsured Pensioner patients are also welcomed at Brisbane Eye Clinic with a concessional surgery package offered: $2350 per operation (includes the facility, staff, surgeon, anaesthetist, monofocal intraocular lens and implantation gel). Prices are subject to change without notice.
Please click here for more more information on Cataract Surgery
Surgery is conveniently provided in the Inner West and North Brisbane.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek an opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
