LasikPlus bait and switch?

I have a moderate astigmatism in one eye that I've been thinking about
getting fixed w/ lasik.

Last week I saw an ad through my medical group plan for getting lasik
at a reduced price. It was from "LasikPlus". They advertised lasik for
$700 per eye.

I went in for an assessment. They told me it would be $1400 instead of
$700 becasue the astigmatism I wanted corrected was over "1" (it's
1.25).

Am I correct in interpreting this as a bait and switch, or is it
really common for them to double the price in a situation like this?

Thanks

On Dec 12, 6:03 pm, RichCo <RichC...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I have a moderate astigmatism in one eye that I've been thinking about
> getting fixed w/ lasik.
>
> Last week I saw an ad through my medical group plan for getting lasik
> at a reduced price. It was from "LasikPlus". They advertised lasik for
> $700 per eye.
>
> I went in for an assessment. They told me it would be $1400 instead of
> $700 becasue the astigmatism I wanted corrected was over "1" (it's
> 1.25).
>
> Am I correct in interpreting this as a bait and switch, or is it
> really common for them to double the price in a situation like this?
>
> Thanks



Lasik is a terrific surgery, but price shopping for it is not the way
to go.

On Dec 12, 11:34 pm, Anon E. Muss <anonym...@example.org> wrote:
> On Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:03:11 -0800 (PST), RichCo <RichC...@gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
> >I have a moderate astigmatism in one eye that I've been thinking about
> >getting fixed w/ lasik.
>
> >Last week I saw an ad through my medical group plan for getting lasik
> >at a reduced price. It was from "LasikPlus". They advertised lasik for
> >$700 per eye.
>
> >I went in for an assessment. They told me it would be $1400 instead of
> >$700 becasue the astigmatism I wanted corrected was over "1" (it's
> >1.25).
>
> >Am I correct in interpreting this as a bait and switch, or is it
> >really common for them to double the price in a situation like this?
>
> Avoid "bottom of the barrell" refractive surgery mills that compete
> solely based on price. These places can't compete as far as quality
> against places like TLC.
>
> Think of it this way: If you wanted to get your eyes checked, you
> wouldn't go into a WalMart would you? No, you'd go to a private
> practice optometrist.

If you have astigmatism that's correctable with glasses,you better not
risk it. Astigmatism after lasik is generally irregular,which glasses
won't correct. There's a hundred other reasons to avoid this surgery
like the plague.
They can creat worse problems than you have and when they do,they have
no way to repair the damage many times.
You would likely have dry eyes like you've never known because of your
corneal nerves being cut. Your corneas will definately be
weakened,many have ectasia. You don't want these problems!
Research it yourself and never trust somebody whos looking to sell you
something,they have one thing in mind.
Look into it and then,don't do it.
Best of luck.

On Dec 12, 6:03 pm, RichCo <RichC...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I have a moderate astigmatism in one eye that I've been thinking about
> getting fixed w/ lasik.
>
> Last week I saw an ad through my medical group plan for getting lasik
> at a reduced price. It was from "LasikPlus". They advertised lasik for
> $700 per eye.
>
> I went in for an assessment. They told me it would be $1400 instead of
> $700 becasue the astigmatism I wanted corrected was over "1" (it's
> 1.25).
>
> Am I correct in interpreting this as a bait and switch, or is it
> really common for them to double the price in a situation like this?

Not really bait and switch, but it is common practice for the low
price advertisers. They may also charge extra for things like laser
flap and custom ablation. The higher priced places generally have one
price that includes most powers and the upgraded procedures.

In any case, using price as a criterion is not a good idea when
shopping for a surgeon. Ask your primary care doctor or eye doctor to
recommend a surgeon, ask for references, ask for stats.

Judy

>
> Thanks

On Dec 13, 10:03 am, a.ziff...@yahoo.com wrote:
> >
> If you have astigmatism that's correctable with glasses,you better not
> risk it. Astigmatism after lasik is generally irregular,which glasses
> won't correct. There's a hundred other reasons to avoid this surgery
> like the plague.
> They can creat worse problems than you have and when they do,they have
> no way to repair the damage many times.
> You would likely have dry eyes like you've never known because of your
> corneal nerves being cut. Your corneas will definately be
> weakened,many have ectasia. You don't want these problems!
> Research it yourself and never trust somebody whos looking to sell you
> something,they have one thing in mind.
> Look into it and then,don't do it.


The above poster is one of the handful of lunatics who whine about
everything that has to do with life itself. Everything he posts is an
outright lie. he's a well known internet jerk.

I believe that if you consult an attorney you will be told that so
long as the advertised price is actually available, it is not truly
bait-and-switch. The restrictions may be severe, but there may
actually be a few patients who fall within the narrow qualifications
for the low, low price.

Glenn Hagele
Executive Director
USAEyes (R)
Patient Advocacy Surgeon Certification

"Consider and Choose With Confidence" (TM)

Email to glenn dot hagele at usaeyes dot org

http://www.USAEyes.org

Lasik Bulletin Board
http://www.USAEyes.org/Ask-Lasik-Expert/

I am not a doctor.

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All Rights Reserved

On Dec 12, 6:03 pm, RichCo <RichC...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I have a moderate astigmatism in one eye that I've been thinking about
> getting fixed w/ lasik.
>
> Last week I saw an ad through my medical group plan for getting lasik
> at a reduced price. It was from "LasikPlus". They advertised lasik for
> $700 per eye.
>
> I went in for an assessment. They told me it would be $1400 instead of
> $700 becasue the astigmatism I wanted corrected was over "1" (it's
> 1.25).
>
> Am I correct in interpreting this as a bait and switch, or is it
> really common for them to double the price in a situation like this?
>
> Thanks

a typical LasikPlus marketing approach.

don't do business with these chain Lasik companies. go to an
experienced reputable independent ophthalmologist and pay the price
for the current state-of-the-art methodology. no bait and switch--
just the best Lasik methods and care available.

On Dec 14, 7:11 pm, p.clar...@gmail.com wrote:
> >
> don't do business with these chain Lasik companies. go to an
> experienced reputable independent ophthalmologist and pay the price
> for the current state-of-the-art methodology. no bait and switch--
> just the best Lasik methods and care available.



This would be the "clearest" way to a great outcome.

On Dec 14, 7:19 pm, spammer <sereb...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> On Dec 14, 7:11 pm, p.clar...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>
>
> > don't do business with these chain Lasik companies. go to an
> > experienced reputable independent ophthalmologist and pay the price
> > for the current state-of-the-art methodology. no bait and switch--
> > just the best Lasik methods and care available.
>
> This would be the "clearest" way to a great outcome.
And some luck.

On Dec 12, 5:03 pm, RichCo <RichC...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I have a moderate astigmatism in one eye that I've been thinking about
> getting fixed w/ lasik.
>
> Last week I saw an ad through my medical group plan for getting lasik
> at a reduced price. It was from "LasikPlus". They advertised lasik for
> $700 per eye.
>
> I went in for an assessment. They told me it would be $1400 instead of
> $700 becasue the astigmatism I wanted corrected was over "1" (it's
> 1.25).
>
> Am I correct in interpreting this as a bait and switch, or is it
> really common for them to double the price in a situation like this?
>
> Thanks

Yes it's true a little of both, my own experience is like anything
else go to a specialist and get the prices of each thing they have to
do and WARRANTY!!!
Good Luck and remember you only have your eyes.......