Vision Disorders and Blindness Cost in Australia
Lifetime risk: >1 in 3 vision impairment by age 85, >1 in 6 permanent sight loss Australians will be diagnosed with Vision Disorders and Blindness
Cost Breakdown
- Retinal laser$100-$850
- Double retinal angiography$46-$276
- Intravitreal injections$10-$250
- Initial ophthalmology appointment$50-$168
Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2. Costs are averages and may vary based on individual circumstances.
Risk Statistics
- Glaucoma Cases: 221700
- Depression Risk: 3x higher
- Employment Impact: 15% of Vision Australia employees are blind or have low vision
- Complete Partial Blindness: 154600
Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2. Statistics represent Australian population averages.
Financial Impact
The average out of pocket cost for a person with vision impairment is $6,595, with a large proportion related to transportation. The risk of depression is three times higher. Vision impairment often poses barriers to employment.
Insurance Coverage Options
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Important Information
Cost estimates are from Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2 research and represent averages. Your actual costs may vary.
Insurance coverage recommendations are general in nature. This is general advice only and does not take into account your individual circumstances. Speak with a licensed adviser to determine appropriate coverage for your situation.
AR: 1244847 | AFSL: 246623