Standard, Toric, Multifocal, and the Light Adjustable Lens — explained simply
Cataract surgery replaces the cloudy natural lens of your eye with a clear artificial lens — and the lens you choose shapes the vision you will live with every day afterward. At Eye Medical Clinic, we offer the full range of modern lens options, from insurance-covered standard lenses to the Light Adjustable Lens, the only lens that can be fine-tuned after surgery.
You will never have to figure this out alone: you’ll sit down with our dedicated surgical counselor, who will explain every option and cost with no pressure.
Every lens option — and every cost — explained by our dedicated surgical counselor, with no pressure…so you can choose with confidence.
Each lens is designed for a different goal: Toric lenses correct astigmatism, Multifocal lenses restore a range of near-to-far vision, and the Light Adjustable Lens is the only lens that can be customized after your eye has healed.
While no lens can promise perfect vision at every distance, today’s options greatly reduce — and often eliminate — dependence on glasses after cataract surgery. Your surgeon and surgical counselor will help you match the technology to your eyes, your lifestyle, and your budget.
Every option below uses the same safe, modern, small-incision cataract procedure. What changes is the lens technology — and what your vision can do afterward.
What it is: the proven, insurance-covered lens used in traditional cataract surgery. Best for: excellent vision at one distance (typically far), with glasses for reading. What’s included: covered by Medicare and most insurance plans; femtosecond laser-assisted surgery is available as an upgrade on standard lens cases.
What it is: a lens that corrects astigmatism at the same time as your cataract. Best for: patients with astigmatism who want clear distance vision without added correction. What’s included: our Toric package includes laser-assisted (femtosecond) surgery and ORA precision measurement for a more accurate outcome.
What it is: a lens that restores a range of vision — near, intermediate, and far. Best for: patients who want less dependence on glasses across everyday activities like reading, screens, and driving. What’s included: our Multifocal package includes laser-assisted (femtosecond) surgery and ORA precision measurement.
What it is: the only lens that can be adjusted after surgery, so your final prescription is based on how you actually see — not an estimate. Adjustments are quick, painless light treatments in our office. Best for: patients who want the most precise outcome available, including those with prior LASIK, PRK, or RK. Learn more on our Light Adjustable Lens page.
A computer-guided laser adds precision to key steps of cataract surgery. It is included in our Toric, Multifocal, and LAL packages, and available as an upgrade on standard lens cases.
If you have glaucoma, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (iStent, Hydrus) can often be performed at the time of cataract surgery. Ask your surgeon whether you are a candidate.
| Lens | Corrects | Glasses after surgery | Included technology | Insurance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Monofocal | One distance (usually far) | Needed for reading | Femto laser available as upgrade | Covered by Medicare/insurance |
| Toric | Distance + astigmatism | Usually needed for reading | Femto laser + ORA included | Out-of-pocket upgrade |
| Multifocal (PanOptix Pro, Vivity) | Near, intermediate, far | Greatly reduced | Femto laser + ORA included | Out-of-pocket upgrade |
| Light Adjustable Lens | Customized after healing | Greatly reduced | Post-op light adjustments included | Out-of-pocket upgrade |
Important to note: unlike traditional cataract surgery, Advanced Technology Lens packages are not covered by Medicare or insurance payers. Exact pricing and financing options are provided at your consultation.
Ready to get started? Schedule a cataract consultation or call (408) 869-3400. You’ll sit down with our surgical counselor, who will explain every option and cost with no pressure.