I believe it is likely that presbyopia-correcting IOL surgery will probably segment into "haves" and "have-nots" in that a relatively small minority of surgeons will perform most of the volume. There is certainly a much greater hassle involved in ... more

Presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses (IOLs) are lens implants that can correct both distance and near vision, giving you greater freedom from glasses after cataract surgery than standard IOLs. They are available in two forms: multifocal lenses ... more

Most cataract surgeons are highly skilled when it comes to familiar techniques associated with monofocal or single-vision IOLs. But if you want a good outcome with a multifocal or accommodating IOL, you should make sure your eye surgeon is ... more

Reports indicate that even experienced cataract surgeons needed to perform enhancements for 13 percent to 15 percent of cases involving use of different presbyopia-correcting IOLs. This means you and your surgeon must be prepared to undergo a few ... more

Yes, but you need to make sure that your eye surgeon has experience with the specific presbyopia- correcting IOL chosen for the procedure. Studies have shown that surgeon experience is a key factor in successful outcome, particularly in terms of ... more

A multifocal or accommodating IOL is not considered medically necessary. In other words, Medicare or your insurance will pay only the cost of a basic intraocular lens and accompanying cataract surgery. Use of a more expensive, presbyopia-correcting ... more