Robotic laser cataract surgery: quick answers

A femtosecond laser, preferably the robotic LENSAR system, maps the eye and helps make the incisions and soften the cloudy lens. The surgeon stays in control and then places your new lens implant.

At the surgery center at 9001 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 100. Consultations and many visits take place at our Beverly Hills and Westlake Village offices.

Medical insurance can apply to cataract surgery when it is a covered medical service under your plan. We accept PPO plans. We do not accept HMO plans or Medi-Cal. Laser assistance and premium lens upgrades are often elective, so we check your benefits before surgery.

If you have Medicare, you may be asked to sign an Advance Beneficiary Notice before a service Medicare may not cover, such as a premium lens. It is a notice, not a bill. See Insurance.

Options include monofocal, enhanced monofocal, extended depth of focus, multifocal or trifocal lenses, and the Light Adjustable Lens. See which lens is right.

Often, yes, with laser arcuate incisions, a toric lens, or both, depending on your measurements.

Pricing is provided at your consultation, once we know your lens choice, whether laser assistance is planned, and what your plan covers.

A cataract evaluation exam with measurements. We confirm any exam fee and what your PPO may cover when you book.

Most people notice improvement within days and use eye drops for a few weeks. The cataract recovery guide lists drops, activities, and when to call.