How Much Does a Eye Exam Cost?

A comprehensive eye examination evaluates your vision and checks for eye diseases. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye pressure, and retinal health.

Medicare Allowed
$125.45
Hospital Charge
$220.42
Est. Out-of-Pocket
$25.09
~20% coinsurance

Hospital Charge vs. Medicare Payment

Hospital Charge$220.42
Medicare Allowed$125.45
Medicare Payment$83.98

Hospitals charge 1.8x more than what Medicare allows.

Most Expensive States for Eye Exam

1. Alaska$148.57
2. California$139.72
3. New Jersey$139.60
4. District of Columbia$138.20
5. New York$137.78
6. Maryland$135.65
7. Connecticut$134.75
8. Hawaii$132.41
9. Massachusetts$131.18
10. Washington$128.59

⚠️ Important: These costs reflect the Medicare physician/supplier component. Hospital facility fees may be billed separately. Total out-of-pocket costs may be higher.