Cataract Surgeries
Programme (CSP)

The Cataract Surgeries Programme (CSP) is a government-subsidised initiative launched by the Hong Kong Government in 2008. It adopts a public-private partnership model to provide subsidised cataract surgery for patients on HA clusters’ routine cataract surgery waiting lists.

The programme aims to shorten waiting times, allowing patients to undergo surgery earlier, restore clear vision, and improve their overall quality of life.

Ophthalmologists at C-MER Eye Centre are among the designated CSP providers. With extensive clinical experience and professional qualifications, they are dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality, and patient-centred cataract surgery services.

If you have any questions or would like recommendations for CSP-participating doctors, please feel free to contact us.

Patients who meet the following criteria may be invited to join the programme:

• Patients who have been on the cataract surgery waiting list of HA hospitals for 18 months or longer (those with the longest waiting time will be prioritised); and
• Suitable for surgery under local anaesthesia; and
• General cases. (Urgent or priority cases will continue to be handled directly by the HA.)

*Patients are not required to separately visit private medical institutions.

Participating private ophthalmologists under the CSP will provide comprehensive cataract treatment, including: One pre-operative assessment, Cataract surgery including a monofocal intraocular lens, Two post-operative checks.

The programme subsidy covers a monofocal intraocular lens. If patients choose a non-monofocal intraocular lens, additional charges will apply, and the details will be explained by the private ophthalmologist. If you have any questions, you are welcome to consult C-MER Eye Center customer service team.

1. Submit the participation form to the HA

   Carefully read the invitation letter to understand the programme details and deadlines.

   If you decide to join, submit the "Patient Participation Form" to the HA within the specified timeframe to complete your application.

2. Receive the confirmation letter

   Upon successful application, the HA will issue a "Confirmation Letter." Keep this letter safe for use during pre-operative assessment and surgery arrangements with your private ophthalmologist.

3. Register for eHealth

   Programme participants must register for the Electronic Health System (eHealth) to allow doctors to access and update relevant medical records.

   eHealth link: https://www.ehealth.gov.hk/en/you-and-your-family/mobile-app.html

4. Select a doctor and book pre-operative assessment

   Choose a private ophthalmologist or centre from the CSP list and book your pre-operative assessment (must be completed before the subsidy expiry date).

   C-MER Eye Centre contact details:

   1. CSP WhatsApp hotline: 6062 9611

   2. Tel: 3956 2026

5. Provide invitation letter details

   Share the registration number from your invitation letter with the ophthalmologist so they can verify your subsidy eligibility via eHealth.

6. Schedule surgery date

   Once the subsidy is confirmed, the ophthalmologist will help arrange your cataract surgery date.

   Important note: The subsidy expiry date is printed on the invitation letter label. You must complete the pre-operative assessment before this date and the surgery within 3 months of the assessment.

Patients who have purchased medical insurance should contact their insurance agent or company directly to inquire about claims.

Elderly Health Care Vouchers cannot be used to co-pay under this programme.

Typically, after completing the pre-operative assessment and subsidy confirmation, C-MER Eye Centre ophthalmologists will assist in scheduling your surgery date. Actual scheduling times may vary depending on the doctor and clinic availability, so we recommend contacting us early.