The cost of keratoconus treatment depends on the severity of the condition and the type of treatment(s) required.
Because there is no outright cure, management of the disease can extend for decades, adding to the cumulative cost of keratoconus.
Fitting lenses for keratoconus is a more complex and customized process than fitting conventional contacts on a normal eye. Also, doctors who specialize in keratoconus have advanced instrumentation such as automated corneal topography machines to diagnose, monitor and manage the disease.
The cost of corneal cross-linking for keratoconus performed in the U.S. typically ranges from $2,500 to $4,000 for both eyes.
The cost of corneal inserts or other corneal implant surgery for keratoconus can run $1,500 to $2,5000 for both eyes.
A corneal transplant for advanced keratoconus performed in the United States costs roughly $15,500 for an outpatient procedure and nearly $28,000 for an in-hospital procedure for individuals without health insurance.
In most cases, the cost of eye exams and keratoconus surgery performed in the U.S. is fully or partially covered by health insurance. The cost of scleral lenses for keratoconus may or may not be covered by insurance, based on the type of policy you have. Consult your insurance provider for details.
