Cataract Surgery Cost in Arkansas (2026)
Modest savings vs. the US average · AR
Cataract Surgery in Arkansas: What to Know
Arkansas offers advanced cataract surgery options. McFarland Eye Care in Little Rock pioneered "no-stitch" surgery, a global standard, and now provides custom laser procedures with the LenSx laser and Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) for post-surgery vision adjustments. For those in Northwest Arkansas, BoozmanHof Eye Care Center has performed more cataract surgeries than any other center in the region, while Triad Eye Institute serves Bentonville and Fayetteville with laser-assisted options. Additionally, Arkansas Medicaid members can utilize the Non-Emergency Transportation (NET) Program for free rides to appointments.
For potential savings, consider ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) over hospitals, as they typically offer lower prices. Ozark Eye Center in Mountain Home, co-located with Mountain Home Surgery Center, has performed over 18,000 "no-stitch" cataract surgeries. Verify current pricing directly with providers.
Estimated Cost Breakdown in Arkansas
Cataract Surgery pricing in Arkansas comes in modestly under the US average. This is the typical expense structure.
| Component | Estimated Range |
|---|---|
| Facility Fee | $958 - $1,778 |
| Surgeon Fee | $958 - $1,778 |
| Implants Supplies | $479 - $889 |
| Post Op Care | $479 - $889 |
| Anesthesia | $319 - $593 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $3,192 – $6,384 |
Prices reflect regional cost-of-living adjustments. How we calculate these numbers →
Ranges adjusted for Arkansas's regional price parity (91.2). See the national percentage breakdown →
Facility Costs in Arkansas
Here are the highest-volume cataract surgery providers in Arkansas. All rates come from CMS Medicare claims data — actual payments, not list prices.
| Facility | City | Negotiated Rate | Medicare Payment | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock | Little Rock | $3,484 | $2,757 | 694 |
| Conway Regional Medical Center, Inc | Conway | $1,918 | $1,525 | 662 |
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock | Little Rock | $1,904 | $1,512 | 637 |
| Uams Medical Center | Little Rock | $1,849 | $1,469 | 386 |
| Magnolia Regional Medical Center | Magnolia | $1,969 | $1,563 | 176 |
| Drew Memorial Health System | Monticello | $1,950 | $1,546 | 139 |
| Ouachita County Medical Center | Camden | $1,932 | $1,534 | 135 |
| Chambers Memorial Hospital | Danville | $1,974 | $1,573 | 121 |
| Uams Medical Center | Little Rock | $3,437 | $2,736 | 111 |
| Mena Regional Health System | Mena | $1,968 | $1,565 | 93 |
Cataract Surgery Cost in Neighboring States
See how Arkansas's cataract surgery costs compare to neighboring states. Prices can vary significantly even across state lines.