How Much Does PRK Cost?

The cost varies based on the technology used (standard vs custom) and a number of other factors (s.a. if there is a comanagement fee to be paid out, if the surgeon owns and operates own laser or uses an open access laser center, etc). But overal, the price should vary between $1000 to $2500 per eye.   

PRK pricing is usually very comparable to LASIKWhile it may be less expensive to perform PRK (there is no expense of creating the LASIK flap with a microkeratome or Iaser).PRK usually requires more visits and more chair time post operatively, negating the cost saving benefits of not creating the flap with a handheld microkeratome or with a laser. 

PRK normally costs the same as LASIK.  Approximately $2000 - $4000 per eye in most cases. While LASIK often uses 2 lasers vs. 1 laser during PRK, PRK requires more post op care and so there typically is not a difference in cost.