Is laser eye surgery covered by Bupa, Medibank or other insurance?

Unlocking the potential: Does Medibank cover laser eye surgery and other insurance options?

If you’re thinking about laser eye surgery to enhance your vision, you might be wondering, “Does Medibank, Bupa, or other insurance cover laser eye surgery?” You can find details about the cost of laser eye surgery in Adelaide on our pricing page.

The good news is yes, Medibank, Bupa, or other insurance can cover laser eye surgery. Some insurance providers in Adelaide offer rebates or coverage for laser eye surgery. In this blog post, we will explore the cost of laser eye surgery cost, and whether the costs are covered by Bupa and other insurance companies to help you make an informed choice. Read on to discover your possibilities and take the first step towards freeing yourself from glasses or contact lenses.

Note: We are sharing this information because we believe it to be accurate at the time of publishing. Please always check with your provider, as they will have the last word on the details of their policies, health funds, etc, and might update them at at any time.

Medibank: Laser eye surgery coverage with Gold Ultra cover

To answer the question, “Does Medibank cover laser eye surgery?” you can if you are a Medibank Gold Ultra Cover (private health insurance) member. If you have Medibank Gold Ultra Cover, you can get laser eye surgery covered by Medibank. You can pay for your laser eye surgery upfront and claim back later.

This means that you can enjoy the benefits of LASIK/PRK and receive a 50% rebate, making the cost of laser eye surgery more affordable for you.

Bupa: Laser eye surgery coverage with Gold Ultimate

Bupa offers comprehensive coverage for laser eye surgery under their Gold Ultimate Hospital and Ultimate Extras policies. If you have been a Bupa customer for 3 years, under this health cover and care package, you are fully covered for laser eye surgery. This ensures peace of mind, knowing that your vision correction procedure is taken care of.

Defence Health: Laser refractive surgery coverage with Premier Hospital Gold

Defence Health offers Premier Hospital Gold Cover. Contact them to check if you qualify for benefits for laser eye surgery. They can provide you with the necessary information regarding coverage options, allowing you to make an informed decision.

HIF: Non-cosmetic eye surgery coverage with Gold Hospital cover

HIF’s Gold Hospital Cover includes 100% coverage for all inpatient, medically necessary eye surgeries. HIF can help cover the costs of necessary laser eye surgery. This makes it a good option for paying for your procedure.

AHM: Corrective laser eye surgery coverage with Lifestyle Extras and Super Extras

AHM offers coverage for corrective laser eye surgery through their Lifestyle Extras and Super Extras policies. With Lifestyle Extras, you can receive $600 per eye with a lifetime limit of $1200, while Super Extras provides $900 per eye with a lifetime limit of $1800. This coverage option enables you to access financial assistance for your laser eye surgery.

When considering laser eye surgery, it’s important to explore your options for funding the procedure. In Adelaide, several insurance providers offer rebates or coverage for laser eye surgery, including Bupa, Medibank, Defence Health, HIF, and AHM.

By understanding your insurance coverage, you can make an informed choice and take the first step towards clearer vision. Book a free assessment with us to get any questions about cost and suitability answered.

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Not everyone is eligible for vision correction surgery.

Find out if you could benefit from this life changing surgery by taking the quick self-suitability quiz below:

Our most popular procedures

  • SMILE Pro

  • LASIK
  • SmartSurfACE (a form of PRK)
  • Lens replacement
  • Lifestyle cataract surgery

Discover if you can be free from glasses and contact lenses

The best way to find out if laser eye treatment is right for you is to have a free assessment. We’ll examine your eyes and you’ll get a clear answer from our experts on your suitability and laser vision correction options.

Hi, I’m Dr Aanchal Gupta, your laser and cataract surgeon in Adelaide

Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the joy of helping thousands of patients of all ages gain clear vision and freedom from glasses and contact lenses.

Laser eye surgery is a skill. Performing vision correction at a world-class standard hinges upon the expertise of your surgeon and their access to state-of-the-art tools.

I understand that getting eye surgery is a serious decision. Your eyes are unique and you should demand a custom solution tailored to your needs, lifestyle and goals. That’s why we offer a free appointment so we can meet and I can take the time to answer your questions and talk through any concerns you have.

I am passionate about helping patients transform their lives. I look forward to spending time with you at our gorgeous eye clinic in the heart of Adelaide to see whether you could gain exceptional vision without the need for glasses or contacts.

Dr Aanchal Gupta

MBBS, M.Med. (Ophth. Sci.), Grad. Dip. (Refract. Surg.), FRANZCO
Expert Laser Eye and Cataract Surgeon