Does Medicare cover cataract surgery?
Yes. Part B helps pay for cataract surgery with a standard lens.
What will you pay?
With Original Medicare: You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the yearly Part B deductible ($283 in 2026).
With a Medicare Advantage plan: Medicare Advantage plans must cover it too, but your costs and rules can differ. Check your plan. Compare plans near you.
What are the rules?
- Fancy lenses may cost you extra.
- You get one pair of glasses or contacts after it.
What should you do next?
Ask free Medicare counselingSource: Medicare.gov: Cataract surgery (opens in a new tab). Checked Oct 21, 2026. Costs are for 2026. This is general information, not medical advice.