If cataracts are starting to cloud your vision and you live in Pearland, you have cataract surgeons close to home. Even so, many Pearland patients choose to make the short drive into Houston for cataract surgery with Dr. Sura. This page explains why, what the trip involves, what it costs, and how to know when it is time.
Why patients make the drive
Cataract surgery is one of the most common and successful procedures in medicine, but your result still depends on the surgeon and the planning behind it: careful measurements, the right lens choice for your eyes and your life, and a steady hand in the operating room.
At SuraVision, you meet Dr. Krishna Surapaneni, known to his patients as Dr. Sura, at your very first visit. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract, cornea, and vision correction surgery. The same surgeon who plans your procedure performs it and follows your healing, all at one office. You also get clear answers about your lens options and your costs, in plain language. Learn more on our cataract surgery in Houston page.
How to know it might be time
Cataracts come on slowly, so it is easy to adjust to the change without noticing. Common signs include:
- Cloudy, blurry, or dim vision that new glasses do not fix
- Glare and halos around lights, especially at night
- Colors that look faded or yellowed
- Trouble reading or driving, particularly after dark
Surgery is usually considered when a cataract starts to get in the way of the things you want to do, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. If any of this sounds familiar, a simple exam can tell you where you stand. You can start with our quick cataract self-test.
What the trip from Pearland actually involves
SuraVision is at 2601 Westheimer Rd in Houston, in the Upper Kirby area. From most of Pearland that is about 25 to 35 minutes by car, mostly north on TX-288 and then a short hop west, depending on traffic.
Cataract surgery takes a few visits, spread over a few weeks:
- Your consultation and measurements. A complete exam, precise measurements of your eye, and a conversation about which lens fits your vision goals and your budget. This is also when we go over what your insurance covers.
- Surgery day. The procedure itself usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes per eye, and you are awake but comfortable. You will need someone to drive you home. We treat one eye at a time, usually a couple of weeks apart.
- Your follow-up visits. Short checks to confirm your eye is healing well and your vision is settling in.
Your lens options and what it costs
Standard cataract surgery is covered by Medicare and most insurance plans, and it removes the cloudy lens and replaces it with a clear one set for a single distance.
Many patients choose to upgrade to a lens that can reduce how much they depend on glasses. At SuraVision, the lens upgrade starts at $2,500 per eye. Options include lenses that correct astigmatism, extended-depth-of-focus lenses such as PureSee, and the Light Adjustable Lens, which lets us fine-tune your prescription with light treatments after surgery. If you have astigmatism, we can also use a femtosecond laser to help correct it during your procedure. You can compare the choices on our cataract lens options page and read more about the Light Adjustable Lens.
We go over exactly what insurance covers and what any upgrade would cost at your visit, in plain language, so there are no surprises.
¿Prefiere hablar en español? Our bilingual team supports every conversation, and you can start on our Spanish cataract page.
Frequently asked questions
How far is SuraVision from Pearland?
SuraVision is at 2601 Westheimer Rd in Houston, in the Upper Kirby area. From most of Pearland the drive is about 25 to 35 minutes, mostly north on TX-288, depending on traffic.
Does insurance cover cataract surgery?
Yes. Standard cataract surgery is covered by Medicare and most insurance plans. If you choose a lens upgrade to reduce your dependence on glasses, that upgrade starts at $2,500 per eye. We go over your coverage and any upgrade cost at your consultation.
How do I know it is time for cataract surgery?
Surgery is usually considered when a cataract starts to interfere with daily life, such as cloudy or dim vision, glare and halos at night, faded colors, or trouble reading and driving. A simple exam can tell you where you stand.
Which lens is right for me?
It depends on your eyes, your daily activities, and your goals for glasses independence. Options range from a standard monofocal lens to astigmatism-correcting, extended-depth-of-focus lenses such as PureSee, and the Light Adjustable Lens. We walk through the choices together at your consultation.
How do I get started?
Call us at 713-730-2020 to book a consultation. You will get a full exam, precise measurements, and clear answers about your lens options and costs before you decide anything.
Wondering if it is time for cataract surgery?
Book a consultation at SuraVision in Houston, or call 713-730-2020. You will get clear answers about your options and your costs.