Graystone Eye is committed to providing high-quality refractive surgical care and appropriate postoperative management following iLASIK surgery. This iLASIK Commitment outlines what postoperative services are included, the duration of coverage, and the patient’s responsibilities.
Eligibility
Patients are eligible for the Graystone Eye iLASIK Commitment if they:
- Undergo iLASIK surgery at Graystone Eye for the correction of hyperopia, myopia and/or astigmatism; and
- Meet the clinical candidacy criteria established by the treating surgeon at the time of surgery.
Covered Post-Operative Care
The following services are included for the defined postoperative period following the initial iLASIK procedure:
- Routine Post-Operative Visits
- All standard postoperative visits related to the initial procedure for up to 12 months following surgery, unless otherwise specified by the surgeon.
- Management of Typical Post-Operative Symptoms
- Evaluation and management of expected postoperative conditions, including but not limited to:
- Dry eye symptoms
- Fluctuating vision during healing
- Mild inflammation
- Night vision symptoms during early recovery
Medications Prescribed for Routine Recovery
Postoperative prescription medications related to routine healing, when prescribed by the Graystone Eye surgeon or co-managing provider, are included only if explicitly stated in the surgical package.
Over-the-counter medications, artificial tears, supplements, or long-term therapies are the patient’s responsibility.
Enhancements / Retreatment Policy
If a residual refractive error is identified and an enhancement is clinically recommended:
- Eligibility for enhancement is determined by the treating surgeon based on clinical stability, corneal health, and standard of care at the time of evaluation and is not guaranteed.
- Enhancement procedures, if offered, must occur within 12 months of the original surgery to be considered under this commitment.
- The cost for post operative care following an enhancement or retreatment procedure is not covered by this program unless the care occurs within the first 12 months following the initial procedure
- Additional surgical, facility, or professional fees may apply unless otherwise stated in writing.
Services Not Covered
This iLASIK Commitment does not include:
- Annual eye examinations beyond the defined postoperative period
- Glasses, contact lenses, or contact lens fittings
- Treatment of unrelated ocular disease or conditions, including but not limited to:
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
- Retinal disease
- Presbyopia or age-related visual changes
- Care required due to trauma, systemic disease, or noncompliance with postoperative instructions
- Any future refractive changes due to aging or natural progression of vision
Patient Responsibilities
The patient agrees to:
- Attend all required postoperative visits during the covered period
- Follow postoperative care instructions and medication regimens
- Notify Graystone Eye promptly of any postoperative concerns or changes in vision
- Failure to comply with postoperative care instructions may affect eligibility for covered services.
