June is Cataract Awareness Month! This is something that each of us over the age of 50 begin to deal with. Because you have them does not mean that it is time for cataract surgery. With time, these worsen and our vision begins to fade. This is when you will need to visit an eye doctor and let him/her determine if surgery is necessary. Medicare covers one pair of eyeglasses with standard frames (or one set of contact lenses) after cataract surgery that implants an intraocular lens. You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount, and the Part B deductible applies. Medicare will only pay for contact lenses or eye glasses from a supplier enrolled in Medicare. It is very important to have your eyes checked annually.
Dr. Many Lanier from Western Carolina Eye Center will be here on Tuesday, June 21st at 12noon to talk about cataract awareness.