How Much Do Ophthalmology Services Cost in Durham, NC? (2026 Guide)
Local pricing for 6 ophthalmologist services in Durham, NC.
Durham, NC Range
$135 – $7,200
Ophthalmology splits between medical care (cataract, glaucoma, retina — insurance covered) and refractive / cosmetic surgery (LASIK, blepharoplasty — cash-pay). Cataract surgery is the highest-volume insured procedure: Medicare covers a standard monofocal IOL, but premium IOL upgrades (toric, multifocal, EDOF) require $1,500–$3,500 per eye in cash. LASIK both-eye packages run $4,000–$5,000 all-in at established practices, with promotional sub-$2,000 pricing typically excluding custom wavefront and post-op care. Office exams range $150–$400 with vision-plan copays often as low as $25. ASC vs. hospital-outpatient pricing differs sharply on cataract surgery (ASC commonly 30–50% cheaper). Dollar prices are adjusted for NC cost of living (-10% vs. national average); percentage-based fees (commissions, rates, contingency) are largely federal/national and shown unadjusted.
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Ophthalmology Services Cost Breakdown in Durham, NC
6 services covered. Prices vary by provider, so ranges are shown.
| Service | Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
Comprehensive Eye Exam (Ophthalmologist) Refractive component for glasses Rx may not be covered by medical insurance Source: AAO + CMS CPT 92004 | $135 – $360/visitInsurance | per new-patient comprehensive exam |
Cataract Surgery Standard monofocal IOL with insurance: $1,500–$3,500 per eye out-of-pocket Source: CMS CPT 66984 + AAO 2026 patient cost guide | $1,350 – $6,300Insurance | per eye (standard monofocal IOL) |
LASIK Surgery Conventional LASIK: $1,500–$2,500 per eye Source: Refractive Surgery Council 2026 pricing survey | $1,350 – $4,500 | per eye (typically priced as both-eye package) |
Glaucoma Evaluation Tonometry, gonioscopy, OCT, visual fields bundled Source: CMS CPT 92133/92083 + AAO glaucoma cost guidance | $180 – $540/visitInsurance | per comprehensive glaucoma work-up |
Retina / Diabetic Screening Annual diabetic retinopathy screening recommended for all diabetics Source: AAO + ADA standards of care 2026 | $180 – $450/visitInsurance | per dilated fundus exam with imaging |
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Upper blepharoplasty only: $3,000–$5,000 Source: American Society of Plastic Surgeons + RealSelf 2026 | $2,700 – $7,200 | per case (upper, lower, or both) |
Dollar prices adjusted for Durham, NC cost of living. Percentage-based fees (commissions, rates, contingency) are not adjusted. Actual costs vary by provider. Get multiple quotes for accurate pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do ophthalmology services cost in Durham, NC?
Ophthalmology Services in Durham, NC cover 6 distinct services. $135 – $7,200. Per-service pricing breakdown is in the table below.
What affects ophthalmologist pricing the most?
Cosmetic / refractive vs. medical indication (cash-pay vs. covered); Premium IOL upgrade tier (monofocal / toric / multifocal / EDOF); ASC vs. hospital outpatient (cataract surgery setting); LASIK technology tier (conventional / custom wavefront / SMILE); Add-on diagnostics (OCT, visual fields, retinal photography); Vision insurance vs. medical insurance vs. cash-pay.
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