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What's the Cost of Cataract Diagnosis and Treatment in Austria?

Cataract treatment cost in Austria typically includes a consultation with an ophthalmologist ranging from $200 to $300 and surgery for one eye, which runs $1,800 to $3,000. Total expenses depend on the chosen lens type, such as premium multifocal options, and the use of laser-assisted techniques. Patients from the US or Western Europe often find significant savings in private Austrian clinics. Top destinations for this procedure include Vienna and Graz.

Typical Cataract Treatment Costs in Austria

  • Consultation with an ophthalmologist: $200 – $300
  • Optical coherence tomography: $100 – $200
  • Ophthalmological investigation: $200 – $300
  • Ultrasound of the eye: $100 – $200
  • Slit lamp examination: $100 – $200
  • Cataract surgery (one eye): $1,800 – $3,000
  • Cataract surgery with IOL replacement: $2,500 – $4,000
  • Cataract surgery (both eyes): $3,500 – $5,500
  • Femtosecond laser: $3,200 – $4,500
  • Vitrectomy: $4,500 – $7,500

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients seeking world-class precision should consider experts like Professor Rupert Menapace at Wiener Privatklinik. He is ranked among the top five world specialists for his pioneering microsurgery techniques. For complex cases involving retinal issues, Vienna General Hospital (AKH) offers advanced 3D optical coherence tomography. Choosing a private facility in Vienna significantly reduces the 3-4 month waiting times found in public hospitals. This allows for immediate access to high-end multifocal lenses and laser-assisted procedures.

Data verified by Bookimed as of March 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 180 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

Best Cataract Treatment Centers in Austria: 5 Verified Options and Prices

The Bookimed clinic ranking is based on data science algorithms, providing a trusted, transparent, and objective comparison. It takes into account patient demand, review scores (both positive and negative), the frequency of updates to treatment options and prices, response speed, and clinic certifications.
Vienna General Hospital (AKH)
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Döbling Private Hospital
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Stefan Pieh

28 years of experience

Prof. Stefan Pieh is a leading ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and refractive surgery, with decades of experience at the Medical University of Vienna.

  • Professor of Ophthalmology and former Head of the Department at the Medical University of Vienna
  • Expert in advanced cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation
  • Specializes in corneal surgery and laser vision correction
  • Authored numerous scientific publications on visual performance and refractive error correction
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Rupert Menapace

45 years of experience

Univ. Prof. Dr. Rupert Menapace is a pioneer in cataract and IOL surgery, setting global standards in modern eye surgery.

  • Decades of experience refining phacoemulsification techniques
  • Professor of Ophthalmology at Medical University of Vienna
  • Authored hundreds of scientific publications on IOL design
  • Senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik and Vienna General Hospital
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Stefan Sacu

27 years of experience

Univ. Prof. Dr. Stefan Sacu is a leading ophthalmologist specializing in complex cataract and vitreoretinal surgery at Wiener Privatklinik.

  • Over two decades of experience in cataract and retinal surgery
  • Professor of Ophthalmology at the Medical University of Vienna
  • Specialized in advanced techniques like macular hole repair
  • Authored numerous publications on retinal imaging and surgery
  • Trains next-generation ophthalmic surgeons
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Michael Georgopoulos

27 years of experience

Professor Georgopoulos specializes in complex macular and retinal surgeries, including combined cataract-retinal procedures at Vienna General Hospital.

  • Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery with extensive experience
  • Focuses on macular disorders and vitreous body conditions
  • Pioneer in seamless transconjunctival vitrectomy techniques
  • Conducts research on postoperative outcomes using HR-OCT

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Mihaela • Consultation with an ophthalmologist
Romania
Feb 27, 2020
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Everything was fine
Everything was fine. Bookimed was very kind to find me an appointment pretty short notice in Vienna. The surgent was very professional. The only thing I would have preferred was to pay with a credit card. I had to go to an ATM and pay cash.
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