Can I use my 2023 Flex Plan for LASIK?

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Feb 25, 2023 11:55:06 AM

Are you ready to trade glasses or contact lenses for the freedom of LASIK vision correction – but not sure about your options for paying for it? Think about using your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) if your employer offers it.  

With an FSA, you can put part of your pre-tax earnings into this short-term, tax-free health savings account and use it for non-reimbursable medical expenses such as LASIK.

For 2023, participants may contribute up to an annual maximum of $3,050 for a HCFSA or LEX HCFSA, while lowering your taxable income, on your LASIK procedure Sounds like a win-win, ...

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Dos and don'ts of contact lens wear

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Mar 31, 2022 1:55:00 PM

Do the following while inserting and wearing contact lenses


Always wash and rinse your hands thoroughly before handling your lenses or touching your eye. Use a mild non-cosmetic (oil and fragrance-free) soap, and dry your hands with a lint-free cloth or tissues.
 
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Questions to ask your surgeon before LASIK

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Mar 17, 2022 1:12:31 PM

With any decision in life, sometimes the hardest part is taking that first step that will help you make your decision. This can certainly be true for the decision to have LASIK surgery. Maybe you are ready to make the first move and call to learn more about LASIK eye surgery, but you are nervous, and you don’t know what questions to ask. Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. Discover our top questions to ask about LASIK during your complimentary consultation.

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