How bad do eyes have to be before Medicare pays for cataract surgery?
MAY 12, 2013
Answer:
I assume you mean "how bad must vision be after an optimal fitting for glasses and a complete eye examination that demonstrates no problems except cataracts." Assuming this is the case, the answer is up to the patient and his/her opinion of the effect of sub-optimal vision upon quality of life. If and when the vision significantly interferes with perceived quality of life, surgery can be considered.