If a fleshy growth on your eye (pterygium) causes irritation or vision loss, surgery can restore comfort—and DPC ensures your procedure is seamless, affordable, and tailored to your needs.
Pterygium surgery excises abnormal conjunctival tissue encroaching on the cornea. Key details:
Procedure: Remove growth and graft healthy tissue (autograft) to prevent recurrence.
Uses: Treats redness, irritation, or astigmatism from pterygium.
Safety: 90–95% success rate; recurrence risk <5% with modern techniques.
Key facts:
Costs: DPC memberships (100–300 USD/month) cover pre-op exams and follow-ups, unlike traditional fees (3,000–6,000 USD/surgery).
Risks of delay: Vision distortion, chronic inflammation, scarring.
Direct Primary Care (DPC) transforms eye care through streamlined coordination and patient-first focus.
Comprehensive Pre-Surgical Preparation
Rapid referrals: Schedule ophthalmologist consults within 48 hours.
Dry eye management: Prescribe artificial tears or cyclosporine to optimize ocular surface.
Medication review: Adjust blood thinners or NSAIDs to reduce bleeding risks.
Transparent Pricing and Holistic Support
All-inclusive care: Membership covers pre-op labs, surgery coordination, and post-op meds.
Cost savings: Save 30–50% on facility fees via self-pay DPC rates.
Lifestyle prep: Provide UV-blocking sunglasses to prevent recurrence.
Personalized Recovery and Prevention
24/7 access: Address pain, redness, or discharge immediately via telehealth.
Drop schedules: Customize steroid/antibiotic regimens to prevent infection.
Long-term care: Biannual eye exams to monitor for recurrence or new growths.
Zero wait times: 90% of DPC patients undergo surgery within 2 weeks vs. 6+ weeks traditionally.
Continuity: One team manages post-op care, dry eye, and UV protection education.
No hidden fees: Transparent pricing (e.g., 2,500 USD all-inclusive for surgery + graft).
Case 1: Luis, 45, with recurrent pterygium
Luis’s DPC team performed conjunctival autograft surgery, ending 5 years of irritation.
Case 2: Mei, 38, with vision distortion
Mei’s DPC provider coordinated surgery, restoring 20/20 vision in 6 weeks.
Q: How long is recovery?
A: Resume work in 3–5 days; avoid swimming for 2 weeks.
Q: Will insurance cover this?
A: DPC’s self-pay model bypasses insurance, offering lower rates.
Q: Can pterygium return after surgery?
A: <5% risk with autografts; DPC monitors biannually.
Q: Are eye drops painful?
A: No—cooling preservative-free drops are provided for comfort.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) emphasizes recurrence prevention. DPC delivers by:
Reducing recurrence: UV protection counseling cuts regrowth by 70%.
Boosting compliance: 95% of DPC patients complete post-op drop regimens.
Saving costs: Members save 1,500–3,000 USD through bundled pricing.
Pterygium surgery in DPC isn’t just about removing a growth—it’s about preserving your vision with a team invested in your ocular health. With DPC, skip referral delays, access top surgeons, and gain a care plan that adapts to your healing. From pre-op prep to long-term prevention, experience eye care that’s as clear as your renewed sight.
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