Khanna Vision Institute offers corneal cross-linking as Epioxa (epi-on), with insurance approval only and no cash price. Epi-off cross-linking (Photrexa) is not a standard option; it may be considered only as a conditional exception if Glaukos approves it in select cases. Epioxa
Keratoconus makes your cornea thin and bulge into a cone. Glasses stop working. Contacts become painful. Without CXL, you could need a corneal transplant.
Your cornea is 30% weaker than normal and getting worse. Most people don't realize until it's advanced. If you're here, you caught it in time.
Keratoconus progresses fastest in your 20s. CXL works best on younger corneas. Wait too long = worse vision forever + possible transplant.
Most people get diagnosed at Stage 2. CXL works at any stage but earlier = better.
Slight vision changes, glasses still work, perfect time for CXL
BEST OUTCOME
Glasses barely help, considering contacts, CXL still very effective
YOU'RE PROBABLY HERE
Special contacts required, scarring visible, transplant risk
DON'T WAIT
One treatment. Lifetime protection. Here's exactly what happens:
Numbing drops, you feel nothing. Epithelium removed or loosened.
Riboflavin (B2) soaks into cornea. Turns your eye yellow temporarily.
Controlled UV activates riboflavin. Creates new collagen bonds. Cornea becomes 300% stronger.
Protective contact placed. Go home. Sleep. Heal. Vision saved.
🎯 Success Rate: 96% of patients STOP progressing completely
Cross-linking is offered as Epioxa (epi-on), with insurance approval only. Epi-off CXL is not a standard option; it may be considered only as a conditional exception if Glaukos approves it in select cases. No cash price and no monthly payment are shown.
Start with a keratoconus exam; we then submit for Epioxa insurance approval. Please see Epioxa. Epioxa is insurance-approval only. This page does not list a cross-linking price.
We handle ALL insurance paperwork. Get pre-authorized in 24-48 hours.
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Young professionals who saved their vision with CXL
"My medical was at risk. Keratoconus meant losing my career before it started. Dr. Khanna fast-tracked my CXL, insurance covered everything. 6 months later: clear vision for my career needs, passed my medical, flying 737s. Don't wait like I almost did."
"Screens were becoming impossible even with new glasses every 3 months. CXL stopped the progression completely. Recovery was honestly easy - worked from home for a week. My vision actually IMPROVED. Best decision ever."
"Diagnosed at 20, terrified about medical school. Dr. Khanna explained everything, handled my student insurance, did both eyes. Back in class in 5 days. MCAT score went up after CXL - no more headaches from eye strain!"
"Family history of KC, watched my brother get a transplant. Got CXL the week after diagnosis. Mild discomfort for 2 days vs potential transplant? No brainer. Coded from bed during recovery lol. Vision stable 2 years now."
"12-hour shifts were killing my eyes. Scleral lenses helped but KC kept progressing. CXL was covered by hospital insurance. Used PTO for recovery week. Now I can actually see medication labels clearly. Game changer."
"Depth perception was getting worse, affecting my game. Coach connected me with Dr. Khanna. Had CXL during summer break, back on court in 2 weeks. Junior year was my best season. Protect your vision while you can!"
Everything you're stressed about - answered
Real talk: Days 1-2 feel like having sand in your eye (annoying but manageable with pain meds). Day 3 gets way better. Day 5 you're basically normal. Nothing compared to living with worsening vision forever. We give you numbing drops, pain meds, and Dr. Khanna's cell if you need reassurance.
Cross-linking is offered as Epioxa, and it requires insurance approval; there is no cash price. Keratoconus is a medical disease, not cosmetic. We accept PPO plans, not HMO plans or Medi-Cal. We handle the paperwork and request approval after your keratoconus exam.
Honestly? Bad idea. Keratoconus progresses fastest in your 20s. Every month = more corneal damage that CAN'T be reversed. CXL stops progression but doesn't undo existing damage. Earlier treatment = better vision saved. We can get you in this week.
CXL's job is to STOP progression - mission accomplished in 96% of cases. Bonus: 30% of patients actually see improvement! You'll still need glasses/contacts but your prescription stops changing. Some patients later get ICL or other procedures once stable.
Epi-off cross-linking removes the cornea’s surface layer (the epithelium) before treatment; epi-off is not a standard option (conditional exception only if Glaukos approves it in select cases). Epioxa is epi-on: it leaves that layer in place, which is designed to make recovery more comfortable. Candidacy is decided by a full corneal exam.
Dr. Khanna typically does one eye at a time (2-4 weeks apart) so you can function during recovery. Some patients with mild KC do both together if they have good support at home. We'll discuss what's best for your lifestyle and KC severity.
Corneal mapping at 3, 6, and 12 months shows if progression stopped (it will). Your prescription stabilizing is the biggest sign. No more frequent glasses changes! Most patients say the peace of mind alone is worth it - knowing your vision is protected.
25,000+ procedures, pioneered CXL in LA, treats more keratoconus than anyone in Beverly Hills. He gets the urgency - same week appointments, handles insurance fast, gives you his cell. Plus he's done CXL on pilots, surgeons, athletes who can't afford mistakes.
Every day you wait = irreversible corneal changes.
Cross-linking (Epioxa) can stop it, with insurance approval. We handle the paperwork.
✅ Free keratoconus education; clinical visit is a VIP lifestyle exam (self-pay) or an annual eye exam through insurance
✅ Insurance verification in 24-48 hours
✅ Same-week treatment available
✅ Payment plans if needed
