Who We Are
VisionCostGuide is an independent reference site dedicated to helping Americans understand the true cost of vision care — from routine eye exams to LASIK, cataract surgery, and specialty contact lenses. We are not an eye care practice, an insurance company, or a referral service. We are a publishing company funded by display advertising.
Our Mission
Vision care costs in the United States are notoriously opaque. LASIK quotes vary by $2,000 or more between clinics in the same city. Prescription eyeglass markups can exceed 1,000%. We exist to give patients the numbers they need before they sit in the exam chair.
Our Methodology
Every cost guide draws from multiple independent sources:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) clinical guidelines and cost data
- American Optometric Association (AOA) fee surveys
- National Eye Institute (NEI) epidemiological data
- FAIR Health consumer cost lookup tool
- Insurance Explanation of Benefits (EOB) documents
Our Team
Rachel Torres — Lead Writer Rachel has covered healthcare and consumer finance for seven years, with a focus on elective medical procedures and insurance navigation.
Dr. Kevin Lam, OD — Optometric Reviewer Dr. Lam is a practicing optometrist with 10 years of clinical experience. He reviews all VisionCostGuide articles for clinical accuracy and ensures cost data reflects real-world patient experiences.
Editorial Independence
VisionCostGuide is funded exclusively by Google AdSense display advertising. We do not accept sponsored content, paid placements, or affiliate fees from eye care providers or eyewear retailers.
Contact
Visit our Contact page to reach the team.