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Presbyopia-correcting lens upgrade for cataract surgery cost in California
Presbyopia-correcting lens upgrade for cataract surgery is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In California
From 124 hospital and 4 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $597 (most listed prices $158–$2,819).
Cheapest in California
- $32.50
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Saint Agnes Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $95.92
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy General Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mercy San Juan Medical CenterPresbyopia-correcting lens upgrade for cataract surgeryFacility fee only$121
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy San Juan Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $121
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Woodland Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Methodist Hospital of SacramentoPresbyopia-correcting lens upgrade for cataract surgeryFacility fee only$127
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Methodist Hospital of Sacramento price file · checked Oct 2026 - Adventist Health Clearlake HospitalPresbyopia-correcting lens upgrade for cataract surgeryFacility fee only$170
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Adventist Health Clearlake Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $171
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Hospital of Folsom price file · checked Oct 2026 - University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. LawrencePresbyopia-correcting lens upgrade for cataract surgeryFacility fee only$215
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. Lawrence price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Stanford Health Care Tri-ValleyPresbyopia-correcting lens upgrade for cataract surgeryFacility fee only$221
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley price file · checked Oct 2026 - $227
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UC San Diego Health price file · checked Oct 2026 - $235
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: French Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mercy Medical Center ReddingPresbyopia-correcting lens upgrade for cataract surgeryFacility fee only$235
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Medical Center Redding price file · checked Oct 2026
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Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.