Modern medicine has made amazing progress in recent decades, especially in the field of ophthalmology. One of the most revolutionary developments in this field is LASIK surgery, which has helped millions of people worldwide to live without glasses or contact lenses. In this article we will look at LASIK surgery, its benefits and risks, what eye surgery costs and how to get reimbursed.
67% of adults in Germany wear a visual aid, according to the Central Association of Opticians and Optometrists. Vision is one of the most basic physical abilities that significantly influences our quality of life. Those who have limited vision, i.e. short-sightedness or long-sightedness, have the option of undergoing LASIK surgery.
LASIK surgery (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) to improve vision is the most common eye surgery in the world and is a mostly complication-free, painless procedure lasting a few minutes. Using eye lasers, the middle corneal lamella is remodeled, which helps to achieve new vision.
This type of eye surgery aims to correct the refractive properties of the eye by modifying the shape of the cornea. Here is a basic idea of what happens during this eye surgery:
Although LASIK is a safe and effective option for correcting vision problems, there are some risks to consider. These include:
The cost of LASIK surgery can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the location of the clinic, the reputation of the surgeon, the type of laser technology used, and the individual needs of the patient. The cost of having your eyes lasered is between € 800 and € 2.500 per eye on average.
LASIK surgery is therefore not an inexpensive procedure. The statutory health insurance does not contribute to these costs. This is where corporate health insurance can step in. Even if not for the entire amount – it still bears a significant share depending on the tariff, which should make the decision to have your eyes lasered much easier.
However, with corporate health insurance, you can not only be reimbursed for the costs incurred for LASIK surgery, but you can also be reimbursed for many other services that alleviate or prevent discomfort! A clear win-win situation for employers and employees: employers benefit from healthy employees and employees from an attractive offer that covers their (treatment) costs and promotes their health. With YAS.beneFit – the benefit solution for companies – corporate health insurance is combined with a lifestyle and mental health offering, creating even more health for everyone. Learn more now!
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