Can I use Medisave for LASIK in Singapore?

Medisave is claimable for LASIK or its alternatives (such as advanced surface ablation like LASEK/epiLASIK/ SMILE) if:

1) There is anisometropia, defined as a difference of more than 3 diopters (300 degrees) of the "spherical equivalent" power between the two eyes.

Spherical equivalent is the sum of the sphere (which means short or long sightedness) and half of the astigmatism.

2) It is performed to remedy the refractive error following a previous eye surgery such as cataract surgery.

The amount claimable is usually substantial, but not fully coverable, from my understanding.

Lasik surgery is not eligible for Medisave, UNLESS:

1. There’s a difference of more than 3 diopters (or 300 degrees) of refractive errors between your eyes
2. AND you are intolerant to contact lens and spectables.

If you satisfy both criteria, you’ll be able to use Medisave to pay up to $1200 of your bill.

MOH’s rationale for this is that Medisave is intended only for medical uses, and Lasik is not technically a medical necessity (as one can use contacts/glasses to compensate for myopia).

You may want to read this post on LASIK costs in Singapore to get a better idea of the prices.