The Eye Associates
NPI-verified surgeon1 surgeon, 1 NPI-verified
2620 S Eagle Rd, Meridian, ID 83642
Free consultation · Financing
LASIK, PRK, SMILE, EVO ICL & Lens Exchange in Meridian, Idaho
The LASIK Index tracks 4 LASIK and refractive surgery practices in Meridian as of September 2026, operating 9 offices. LASIK costs $1,500 to $2,500 per eye at the 2 practices that publish a price, with a median of $2,000. 4 perform PRK, 3 EVO ICL, 2 refractive lens exchange and 1 SMILE.
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$2,000Median LASIK price per eye
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Ranked by Index score: Google reputation weighted by review count, plus price transparency, verified surgeons, procedures and technology. No practice can pay to move up. How the score works.
Merkley Eye Surgery Center
NPI-verified surgeon1 surgeon, 1 NPI-verified
3581 E Overland Rd, Meridian, ID 83642
Free consultation
How much does LASIK cost in Meridian?
LASIK in Meridian costs $1,500 to $2,500 per eye. That range comes from the 2 of 4 practices in Meridian that publish a price, and the median starting price is $2,000. The other 2 quote a price only at a consultation.
| Practice | LASIK price per eye | Pricing detail |
|---|---|---|
| The Eye Associates | $1,500 | LASIK at The Eye Associates is $1,500 per eye, all-inclusive, with no hidden fees and no sliding scale based on prescription st |
| Intermountain Eye Center | $2,500 | Your LASIK investment is $2500 per eye, or $5000 for both eyes regardless of whether or not you have a high prescription |
Who performs PRK, SMILE, EVO ICL and lens exchange in Meridian?
Of the 4 LASIK practices in Meridian, 4 perform PRK, 3 EVO ICL, 2 refractive lens exchange and 1 SMILE. A practice with more than one procedure can match the procedure to your eyes instead of fitting your eyes to the one it sells.
| Practice | LASIK | PRK | SMILE | EVO ICL | Refractive lens exchange |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Eye Associates | ✓ Offered | ✓ Offered | Not listed | Not listed | ✓ Offered |
| Vision Quest Medical Center | ✓ Offered | ✓ Offered | Not listed | ✓ Offered | Not listed |
| Merkley Eye Surgery Center | ✓ Offered | ✓ Offered | ✓ Offered | ✓ Offered | ✓ Offered |
| Intermountain Eye Center | ✓ Offered | ✓ Offered | Not listed | ✓ Offered | Not listed |
Who performs PRK surgery in Meridian?
4 of the 4 LASIK practices in Meridian perform PRK: The Eye Associates, Vision Quest Medical Center, Merkley Eye Surgery Center, Intermountain Eye Center.
Surface laser treatment with no flap. The outer cell layer is removed and the cornea is reshaped with an excimer laser.
Who performs SMILE eye surgery in Meridian?
1 of the 4 LASIK practices in Meridian performs SMILE: Merkley Eye Surgery Center.
A femtosecond laser cuts a small lens-shaped piece of corneal tissue, which the surgeon removes through a short incision.
Who offers EVO ICL surgery in Meridian?
3 of the 4 LASIK practices in Meridian perform EVO ICL: Vision Quest Medical Center, Merkley Eye Surgery Center, Intermountain Eye Center.
An implantable collamer lens is placed inside the eye, behind the iris and in front of the natural lens.
Who performs refractive lens exchange in Meridian?
2 of the 4 LASIK practices in Meridian perform refractive lens exchange: The Eye Associates, Merkley Eye Surgery Center.
The natural lens is replaced with an artificial intraocular lens, using the same technique as cataract surgery.
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How do I choose a LASIK surgeon in Meridian?
Meridian practices vary in price transparency. The Eye Associates and Intermountain Eye Center publish LASIK prices at $1,500 and $2,500 respectively. Two other practices do not publish prices. None advertise discounts without listing prices. Comparing published prices is one way to evaluate options.
All four Meridian practices name their surgeons and have at least one surgeon matched to the NPI registry. You can verify surgeon licenses for free through the state medical board. Checking surgeon credentials helps compare providers beyond price and location.
At a consultation, ask what the quoted LASIK price includes. Confirm if it covers preoperative exams, postoperative visits, enhancements, and any financing options. The Eye Associates, Merkley Eye Surgery Center, and Intermountain Eye Center offer free consultations to discuss these details.
What does the LASIK market in Meridian look like?
Meridian has 4 LASIK practices with a total of 9 offices in the area. These practices include two multi-office groups, Vision Quest Medical Center and Intermountain Eye Center, which also have locations in Boise, Eagle, and Nampa. There are no national chains among the listed providers.
The Eye Associates has the most Google reviews in Meridian with 1,627 reviews and a 4.8 rating. Vision Quest Medical Center follows with 1,475 reviews and a 4.9 rating. Intermountain Eye Center has 220 reviews and a 3.2 rating. The offices are spread across the city and surrounding localities.
Questions patients ask about LASIK in Meridian
How many LASIK surgeons and practices are there in Meridian?
Meridian has 4 LASIK practices in The LASIK Index, operating 9 offices, as of September 2026. 4 of them name their surgeons, and 4 have at least one surgeon verified against the federal NPI registry. Optometry offices that only refer patients for surgery are not counted.
What is the price of LASIK eye surgery in Meridian?
LASIK in Meridian costs $1,500 to $2,500 per eye at the 2 of 4 practices that publish a price, and the median starting price is $2,000. The other 2 quote a price only at a consultation.
Which LASIK practice ranks first in Meridian?
The Eye Associates ranks first in Meridian with an Index score of 8.8 out of 10 and a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,627 reviews. The score combines Google reputation with price transparency, verified surgeons, procedures and technology. It does not measure surgical results, and no practice can pay to change it.
Which Meridian practices offer EVO ICL or SMILE procedures?
Merkley Eye Surgery Center is the only practice performing SMILE in Meridian. Vision Quest Medical Center, Merkley Eye Surgery Center, and Intermountain Eye Center offer EVO ICL procedures.
Do any Meridian practices offer free LASIK consultations?
The Eye Associates, Merkley Eye Surgery Center, and Intermountain Eye Center offer free consultations for LASIK and other refractive procedures.
Which Meridian practices offer financing for LASIK?
Vision Quest Medical Center, The Eye Associates, and Intermountain Eye Center offer financing options for LASIK procedures.