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

Cataract treatment cost in Republic of Korea typically includes a detailed ophthalmological investigation ranging from $100 to $300 and surgical procedures like cataract surgery (one eye) which runs $2,200 to $4,900. Expenses depend on the selected intraocular lens (IOL) type and advanced laser technology. Patients often find 30-50% savings compared to the US. Top cities for this treatment include Seoul, Busan, and Incheon.

Typical Cataract Treatment Costs in Republic of Korea

  • Ophthalmological investigation: $100 – $300
  • Consultation with an ophthalmologist: $100 – $200
  • OCT (Optical coherence tomography): $100 – $200
  • Ultrasound of the eye: $100 – $200
  • Slit lamp examination: $100 – $200
  • Cataract surgery (one eye): $2,200 – $4,900
  • Cataract surgery (both eyes): $5,800 – $11,200
  • Cataract surgery with IOL replacement: $2,200 – $5,500
  • Femtosecond laser: $1,600 – $2,500
  • Vitrectomy: $4,500 – $8,200

Bookimed Expert Insight: International patients seeking high-precision outcomes should prioritize clinics certified in premium IOL implantation. Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic offers a $2,500 package including a full eye exam and translation. For complex cases, JCI-accredited centers like Severance Hospital provide multidisciplinary support. Those focusing on high surgical volume may prefer BGN Eye Hospital in Busan. This facility has performed over 346,000 vision correction procedures.

Data verified by Bookimed as of May 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 181 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

Best Cataract Treatment Centers in Republic of Korea: 13 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.
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Lee Young Seob

19 years of experience • 30000+ treatments performed

Performed over 15,000 cataract and refractive surgeries – Dr. Lee specializes in precision lens implantation at Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic.

  • Graduated top of his class from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine
  • Board-certified ophthalmologist with a Master's Degree in Ophthalmology
  • Certified excellence in multiple advanced intraocular lens implantation techniques
  • Member of American and Korean societies for cataract and refractive surgery
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Lee Kwan Hoon

21 years of experience • 30000+ treatments performed

Performed over 10,000 cataract surgeries – Dr. Lee is Chief Director at Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic with specialized certifications in premium lens implants.

  • Fellowship-trained in retina at Dankook University Hospital
  • Certified expert in ReLEx SMILE and multiple intraocular lens types
  • Member of American and Korean ophthalmic societies
  • Former Director at BGN Eye Clinic and retina centers
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Chong Gi Von

Successfully treated over 500,000 patients – Dr. Chong Gi Von is a leading specialist in cataract and refractive surgery at BGN Eye Hospital.

  • Certified surgeon for SMILE, LASIK/LASEK, and ICL implantation
  • Chief Director and leading surgeon at BGN Eye Hospital in Busan
  • Active member of Korean and international ophthalmological societies
  • Regular speaker at global cataract and refractive surgery conferences
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Pe Chong E

900+ cataract procedures performed – Dr. Pe Chong E is a specialist at BGN Eye Hospital.

  • Experienced ophthalmologist with 1,100+ treatments
  • Specializes in tailored cataract surgery approaches
  • Rated 4.4 by patients for quality care
  • Works with various lens options for optimal results

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Mikhail Krasnoperov • Cataract
Russian Federation
Apr 19, 2019
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"I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy
Excellent clinic BGn stay in the clinic went very well and successfully. Dr. Lee Dong Eun is a highly classy positive person specialist. He did everything perfectly well after the examination. He came with a cataract on both eyes, the right eye was hardly seen. I'm leaving my vision 100% for both eyes, thank you very much I am happy. The medical staff at the clinic works like a good watch. Attentive are courteous attentive very polite complete comfort. The single chamber is all that is necessary to eat cleanly comfortably. Especially about the coordinator of the clinic Valchenko Maria, a correct excellent specialist, a wonderful person with her does not arise, no problems can solve everything, thanks. Service satisfied everything went well. Well done good organization of success to you
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I'm happy with the service, everything went well. Well done, good organization, good luck to you
Гуламжан • Cataract
Kazakhstan
Oct 3, 2022
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Thank you Bookimed
Thank you Bookimed.com and the Clinic is very nice and the results are quick!!
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