Cataract surgery review. Do it at a general hospital, not a private clinic.

This year, my mother had cataract surgery on both eyes. Seeing others who had it done at local private clinics, I wanted to share our experience, so I am posting a review of the cataract surgery.

We had surgery at the Ophthalmology Department of Gyeongsang National University Hospital in Busan. We stayed overnight for admission, but since we were discharged on the day of surgery and visited the outpatient clinic the next day, the medical insurance corporation processes it as a fixed-rate payment. They do not allow more than one night of hospitalization. Even if we choose a non-covered multifocal lens, there is no significant improvement in vision, so we went with the basic lens. We stayed in a 5-person room, and the cost was under 30. For the left eye, after removing pterygium in a 2-person room, the cost was under 40.

My mother had it done, and someone around her said it cost 700, so I thought this might be too excessive and wanted to inform you.

Even with the surgery based on semen volume, my mother’s eyesight has improved so much that she can see her granddaughter’s freckles very clearly.

You read even the small print on your phone better than I do. The prognosis is very good.

My left eye had severe cataracts that had progressed to the retina, and the doctor who first treated me referred me to a retina specialist. I had two consultations, but considering that a typical surgery takes about 30 minutes and mine took two and a half hours, it seems like it was a difficult surgery. That's why I think it was good to have the surgery at a general hospital with more experienced doctors who prioritize patient care rather than personal gain.

Cataract surgery should be performed at a small hospital rather than a private clinic. Although there are many people and long wait times, the clinical experience is more abundant, so it might be more trustworthy! The receipt and detailed statement also show a fixed fee. It's interesting that only the comprehensive fee is listed. These days, even if you are hospitalized for treatment, the outpatient cataract surgery cost is only 250,000 won per day. The Supreme Court has ruled that patients must prove the reason for hospitalization. People who thought they could get insurance reimbursement and chose expensive options may find it difficult to get coverage. Before surgery, check if insurance is applicable.