Standard monofocal lens implants have a single point of focus. When a standard lens is implanted, the patient usually chooses before surgery where to have their eye focused after surgery. Most patients choose distance vision, and they wear reading glasses after surgery. Some patients choose to be nearsighted; they wear distance glasses after surgery.

While no guarantee can be made as to the final result, if this upgraded lens is implanted, there is a much better chance that you will be able to see at all distances: distance, intermediate, and near without glasses after surgery.

Standard monofocal lens implants are a covered benefit with Medicare and insurance; Alcon Vivity upgraded lens is not covered by insurance. Should you decide to receive the Alcon Vivity lens, you will be responsible for payment of the non-covered amount. There is a service fee due to Dr. Kim; there is also the fee for the lens itself, which will be due to the Surgery Center.

Please watch the two short videos on our website for more information – under Services, click on the link to Cataract Surgery. Dr. Kim can answer all your questions regarding your choice of intraocular lens.

Our Accounts Manager is happy to answer questions regarding payment for the upgraded intraocular lens service.

Call us to schedule your consultation with Dr. Kim. He is accepting new patients!