Scheduling Your Cataract Surgery
If your vision has become blurred or fuzzy due to cataracts, you may be looking into scheduling a cataract surgery appointment. Cataract surgery can significantly improve your quality of life, clarify your vision, and enable you to navigate the world in all its bold colors once again. Fortunately, scheduling cataract surgery is easy when you choose to partner with Sight360.
Our team of doctors works with patients from the St Pete and Pinellas Park areas, helping them determine whether cataracts surgery is right for their specific situation. You can count on having a medical professional guide you through every step of the procedure, from your first consultation to the selection of your artificial intraocular lens and through to your recovery. Learn more about the different appointments involved in this process below.
Consultation Appointment
When you first reach out to Sight360 to learn more about cataract surgery, we will schedule an initial consultation with you. This will give you the chance to speak with one of our staff members about the different types of surgery available, how cataracts are affecting your life, and whether surgery is the best next step for you.
Cataract Evaluation Appointment
Pre-Surgery Appointment
Prior to your cataract surgery appointment, you will meet with the cataract surgeon to choose the right lens for your needs. There are a number of lenses available, from the innovative Light Adjustable Lens to monofocal intraocular lenses, multifocal lenses, and toric lenses. In addition to helping you navigate your lens options, the surgeon will also provide you with specific instructions for the day before and day of the surgery.
Cataract Surgery Appointment
On the day of the surgery, you will need to have someone drive you to and from your appointment, as you may be dealing with blurred vision for several hours afterwards. Following the procedure, you will receive details about caring for your eyes in the upcoming days and weeks to help them heal.
Follow-Up Appointment
If you are still in need of glasses following your cataract surgery, you will need to wait until your eyes have settled to get your new prescription. This follow-up appointment usually takes place around four weeks after the surgery.
Schedule Your Cataract Surgery Consultation Today!
If you reside in the Tampa, St Pete or Pinellas Park area, you can take advantage of our comprehensive range of vision services and guidance from our medical experts. Just get in touch with our office today to schedule a cataract surgery consultation!
Cataract Surgery Scheduling FAQs
Schedule an initial consultation with an eye care professional, usually an ophthalmologist or optometrist, to assess your eye health and determine if cataract surgery is recommended. During this appointment, your eye surgeon will discuss your medical history, perform necessary tests, and evaluate the severity of your cataracts.
If cataract surgery is recommended, your eye surgeon will discuss the available treatment options, including the choice of intraocular lens (IOL) and any additional procedures that may be needed, such as addressing astigmatism.
Contact your health insurance provider to verify coverage for cataract surgery. Understand the extent of coverage, including any copayments, deductibles, or out-of-pocket expenses. This information will help you plan for the financial aspects of the procedure.
Once you and your surgeon have agreed on the treatment plan, you can schedule the surgery date. This involves coordinating with the surgical facility and ensuring that the date is convenient for both you and the medical team.
Before the surgery date, you may undergo a preoperative assessment to measure the specific characteristics of your eye and finalize the details of the surgical plan. This assessment may include additional measurements for IOL calculations.
If you have other healthcare providers managing your overall health, inform them about your scheduled cataract surgery. They may need to coordinate with your eye surgeon to ensure a comprehensive and safe approach to your care.
Cataract surgery is typically an outpatient procedure, but the surgery center will usually require you to have someone drive you home after surgery since your vision will not be fully recovered. Make transportation arrangements in advance, especially if you will be receiving sedation during the procedure.
Schedule any necessary follow-up appointments with your eye surgeon. These appointments are crucial for monitoring your recovery and ensuring that your eyes are healing as expected.
Follow any preoperative instructions provided by your eye surgeon. This may include guidelines on fasting, medications, and other preparations for the day of surgery.
Discuss the postoperative care plan with your surgeon, including the use of prescribed eye drops and any restrictions on activities during the recovery period.
Accepted Vision Insurance Plans
As a group, we accept many medical insurances plans alone, including popular plans like Aetna, Avmed, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Coast to Coast, Freedom, Optimum, United Healthcare, Medicare and Wellcare Medicare. Please call our offices to verify your insurance.
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