Cataract surgery with IOL (one eye) cost in China
Cataract surgery with IOL (one eye) in China costs approximately $1,100 to $4,500 USD based on 2 published prices from Chinese hospitals (checked October 2026).
白内障超声乳化+人工晶体植入（单眼） · Data from the ChinaHealth Price Index 2026 · CC BY 4.0
Published prices
| Hospital tier | Entity | City | Price (CNY) | Approx USD | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public hospital standard | Liaoning public hospitals (day surgery reference cost) | Liaoning (province) | ¥7,100 to ¥7,300 | ≈ $1,100 | Liaoning Healthcare Security Bureau |
| Public hospital international/VIP | Shenzhen Eye Hospital, VIP (特需) service | Shenzhen | ¥15,000 to ¥30,000 | ≈ $2,200 to $4,500 | Shenzhen Eye Hospital, VIP (特需) ser |
Prices are historical reports from named sources, not quotations. Confirm directly with the hospital.