2007-05-23 02:46:56 · 8 answers · asked by MoNiCa 1 in Health ➔ Optical
As far as insurance is concerned, it's considered to be a cosmetic procedure. I don't know about the tax thing.
2007-05-23 06:01:41 · answer #1 · answered by AT 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It is not a cosmetic procedure per se, but most health insurance plans do not cover it. It is considered an elective procedure. Most heath plans limit the amount they will pay for any vision correction, if they cover any of it at all. For example, they may pay for an eye exam, and a limited amount for glasses. If you want more expensive glasses, you must pay the difference.
Seeing as it is a medical procedure, the cost can be tax deductible if you meet other IRS guidelines.
2007-05-23 14:30:35 · answer #2 · answered by fire4511 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, Lasik is not considered a cosmetic procedure. If you get it, you can deduct the cost from you taxes as a medical procedure.
2007-05-23 02:57:46 · answer #3 · answered by doolphinn 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Because your eyes can be 'treated' with cheaper contacts or glasses, then most insurances consider anything more expensive as cosmetic.
2007-05-24 02:05:50 · answer #4 · answered by Danielle P 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-06-18 20:47:19 · answer #5 · answered by Freda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For most insurance companies, yes, it is.
2007-05-23 09:52:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I say no but my insurance won't pay for it anyway!
2007-05-23 02:51:18 · answer #7 · answered by samhillesq 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
medicare wont pay.
2007-05-23 02:56:09 · answer #8 · answered by Grand pa 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋