How Much Does Corneal Transplant Cost?
A corneal transplant (keratoplasty) replaces damaged or diseased corneal tissue with healthy donor tissue to restore vision. It is used to treat corneal scarring, keratoconus, Fuchs' dystrophy, and corneal ulcers.
Without Insurance
$16,000
With Insurance
$3,000
Medicare
$2,500
National Average
$7,167
Cost by State
| State | Without Insurance | With Insurance | Medicare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $11,680 | $2,190 | $1,825 |
| Arkansas | $12,000 | $2,250 | $1,875 |
| West Virginia | $12,000 | $2,250 | $1,875 |
| Alabama | $12,480 | $2,340 | $1,950 |
| Oklahoma | $12,480 | $2,340 | $1,950 |
| Kentucky | $13,600 | $2,550 | $2,125 |
| Louisiana | $13,760 | $2,580 | $2,150 |
| Iowa | $14,080 | $2,640 | $2,200 |
| New Mexico | $14,080 | $2,640 | $2,200 |
| South Carolina | $14,080 | $2,640 | $2,200 |
| South Dakota | $14,080 | $2,640 | $2,200 |
| Kansas | $14,240 | $2,670 | $2,225 |
| North Dakota | $14,240 | $2,670 | $2,225 |
| Idaho | $14,400 | $2,700 | $2,250 |
| Nebraska | $14,400 | $2,700 | $2,250 |
| Tennessee | $14,400 | $2,700 | $2,250 |
| Indiana | $14,880 | $2,790 | $2,325 |
| Missouri | $14,880 | $2,790 | $2,325 |
| Utah | $14,880 | $2,790 | $2,325 |
| Wyoming | $14,880 | $2,790 | $2,325 |
| Georgia | $15,040 | $2,820 | $2,350 |
| North Carolina | $15,040 | $2,820 | $2,350 |
| Michigan | $15,200 | $2,850 | $2,375 |
| Montana | $15,200 | $2,850 | $2,375 |
| Arizona | $15,680 | $2,940 | $2,450 |
| Ohio | $15,680 | $2,940 | $2,450 |
| Wisconsin | $15,680 | $2,940 | $2,450 |
| Maine | $15,840 | $2,970 | $2,475 |
| Texas | $15,840 | $2,970 | $2,475 |
| Florida | $16,160 | $3,030 | $2,525 |
| Minnesota | $16,160 | $3,030 | $2,525 |
| Illinois | $16,480 | $3,090 | $2,575 |
| Pennsylvania | $16,480 | $3,090 | $2,575 |
| Delaware | $16,640 | $3,120 | $2,600 |
| Nevada | $16,640 | $3,120 | $2,600 |
| Vermont | $16,640 | $3,120 | $2,600 |
| Virginia | $16,640 | $3,120 | $2,600 |
| Colorado | $16,960 | $3,180 | $2,650 |
| New Hampshire | $16,960 | $3,180 | $2,650 |
| Oregon | $16,960 | $3,180 | $2,650 |
| Maryland | $17,600 | $3,300 | $2,750 |
| Rhode Island | $17,760 | $3,330 | $2,775 |
| Washington | $17,760 | $3,330 | $2,775 |
| Connecticut | $19,200 | $3,600 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | $19,200 | $3,600 | $3,000 |
| California | $21,120 | $3,960 | $3,300 |
| Massachusetts | $21,280 | $3,990 | $3,325 |
| Alaska | $21,600 | $4,050 | $3,375 |
| New York | $21,600 | $4,050 | $3,375 |
| Hawaii | $22,080 | $4,140 | $3,450 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does corneal transplant cost without insurance?
The average cost of corneal transplant without insurance in the United States is $16,000. Costs vary significantly by state.
Does insurance cover corneal transplant?
Most health insurance plans cover corneal transplant when medically necessary. With insurance, the average out-of-pocket cost is $3,000.
Does Medicare cover corneal transplant?
Medicare Part B typically covers corneal transplant when ordered by a doctor. The average Medicare-approved amount is $2,500.
Data sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data 2025. Last updated: 2026-03-01. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.