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Cataract surgery
Cataract surgery replaces a clouded lens with an artificial intraocular lens.
Cost estimate
- Published single procedure fee
- ¥273–5,000
- Implants/consumables
- Not published
- Stay/tests/anesthesia/medication
- Not published
- Complete treatment total
- Requires a written hospital estimate
¥273¥5,000
- Includes: the single procedure fee recorded in the public price list; the exact item depends on the hospital page.
- Excludes: implants/consumables (where applicable), pre-operative tests, anesthesia, hospital stay, medication and follow-up, which may be charged separately.
Need a written estimate?
Items outside the published fee — implants, pre-operative tests, anesthesia, hospital stay and medication — are usually billed against the hospital's actual invoice. Ask the hospital's international desk for a written estimate before deciding.
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Stay and follow-up
0–1 dayHospital stay
3–4 daysTotal stay in China
1 visitFollow-up visits
Risks and recovery
Both eyes are usually treated in two sessions, 1–3 months apart. Whether to treat both eyes in one trip is a medical decision and affects the number of trips and the visa stay plan.
After surgery, use eye drops, prevent infection and avoid rubbing the eye. When you can fly is decided by the operating surgeon; ask for this to be written in the discharge instructions.
Medical records and test reports are mainly in Chinese; international departments may provide English. Ask before surgery how translation of documents will be arranged.
One eye usually needs 3–4 days in China. If scheduling is tight or both eyes are treated, allow more time. Entry rules are subject to the official answer; check whether medical treatment qualifies for visa-free entry before travel.
Premium lenses such as trifocal or extended-depth-of-focus lenses are self-pay add-ons (about CNY 8,900 / CNY 3,500). Whether they are worth it depends on your visual needs; ask about the differences before deciding.
If symptoms worsen suddenly, or you have severe breathlessness, fainting or altered consciousness, seek emergency care immediately.
What to confirm with the hospital
- Which department and clinician will handle the case?
- Is there a written, itemized estimate with inclusions and exclusions?
- Which implant or device brand is included, and can it be changed?
- How many nights and follow-up visits are typical?
- Is language support available for consent and discharge instructions?
- What is the plan if a complication or extra stay is needed?
Frequently asked questions
- Can I get a cost estimate before I travel?
- You can submit your records through the planning flow. Hospitals may reply with a written range that lists inclusions and exclusions; a final price depends on the device, the length of stay and any complications.
- Do I need a visa to travel for treatment?
- Visa rules depend on your nationality and how long you stay. Visa-free entry does not cover inpatient treatment. See the visa guide and confirm details with the Chinese embassy.
- How current is this information?
- This page uses public hospital records and published price lists. Confirm details with the hospital before booking.
- What should I bring to the hospital?
- Bring your passport, entry or visa documents, current medication list, recent imaging and test reports, and prior treatment records. Ask the hospital in advance whether translations are needed.
- Can the hospital provide language support?
- International departments may provide English support or interpreters, but availability varies. Ask the hospital to confirm the language arrangements for consent, test reports and discharge instructions before booking.
- What if the hospital recommends a longer stay?
- Ask for the reason, a revised written estimate and the new discharge plan, then check your visa and insurance cover before changing your travel.
- How do I pay the hospital?
- Payment methods and deposits vary. Before paying, confirm which cards, cash or transfer options are accepted and request a written breakdown.