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Price and what it includes

Pterygium surgery is $4,200 per eye (cash), or $175 per eye per month for 24 months. It includes your follow-ups and dry eye cure, including Halo treatments, plus:

  • All exams
  • Measurements
  • Surgeon’s fees
  • Anesthetist’s fees
  • Implant fees (where applicable)
  • 24 months of follow-up
  • All fine-tunings and enhancements
  • Dry eye cure
  • YAG (where applicable)
  • The drops needed for surgery

Implant fees and YAG apply where applicable. Monthly amounts are for qualified applicants; the lender sets approval and terms. See Financing options.

What does “cosmetic outcome” mean?
The goal is to remove the pterygium and leave the white of the eye looking clear and natural, while lowering the chance that it grows back.
How is it done?
The pterygium is removed and a thin graft of your own tissue (an autograft) is placed over the area. The graft is secured with biologic glue instead of stitches. Your eye is numbed with drops.
How do I start?
With a free video consultation. Send us your questions and we review your goals and next steps. Start a video consult.
How much does it cost?
$4,200 per eye cash, or $175 per eye per month for 24 months for qualified applicants. It includes follow-ups and dry eye cure, including Halo treatments, along with all exams, measurements, surgeon’s and anesthetist’s fees, 24 months of follow-up, all fine-tunings and enhancements, and the drops needed for surgery.
Will insurance pay?
Sometimes. If a pterygium affects your vision or causes astigmatism, it may be medically necessary and covered by a PPO plan. Removal for appearance alone is usually out of pocket. We do not accept HMO plans or Medi-Cal.
Can it grow back?
Recurrence is possible after any pterygium removal. The autograft technique, UV protection, dryness control, and using your drops as directed all help reduce that risk.
What is recovery like?
Many people return to desk work within days. Redness fades over the following weeks. Your pterygium recovery guide has the drop and ointment schedule.
What are the risks?
Recurrence, scarring, infection, graft problems, and a flare of dryness. Your surgeon reviews these with you before you decide.
I had a pterygium removed before and it came back. Can you help?
Often, yes. Tell us about your previous surgery during your video consult so we can plan the right approach.

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What to expect · Dry eye care · Insurance.

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Pterygium consultations are free by video.

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Financing

$175 per eye per month for 24 months, qualified applicants.

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Emergency Care

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General information, not medical advice. Candidacy, risks, and your plan are confirmed at your visit.