Getting rid of spider veins or varicose veins can seem like a daunting task. Treatment may include lifestyle changes, compression stockings, or non-invasive procedures.
Before you even consider making a doctor’s appointment, you may have a lot of questions like:
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What treatments are available?
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Does insurance cover it?
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And of course, how much is it going to cost?
Let’s dive into pricing and insurance for spider veins and varicose vein treatment.
Common Vein Removal Treatments and Their Cost
How much it will cost to finally say goodbye to painful, unwanted veins for good?
Now, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer because different procedures have different costs. Let’s break down the price tags associated with each.
- What is it? A common treatment for spider veins and small varicose veins. The vein is injected with a solution that breaks down the vein walls.
- Does insurance cover it? No. It’s considered cosmetic.
- How much does it cost? The average cost of a sclerotherapy treatment is about $350. The provider’s fee and geographic location will affect the cost.
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What is it? Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) is a procedure used to treat varicose veins and patients with venous insufficiency. A catheter is inserted into the vein and delivers a high-frequency current to collapse it.
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Does insurance cover it? Vein ablations for varicose veins are covered by most insurance plans. You will need to check your plan’s coverage as you may be responsible for a portion depending on your plan.
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How much does it cost? The average cost of a vein ablation is about $1500-$2000 per vein out of pocket.
What Can Affect the Cost of Vein Procedures?
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Medical versus Cosmetic: If you have a medical diagnosis of vein disease, your insurance may cover treatment. You still may be responsible for your copay or deductible depending on your plan. If it’s purely cosmetic, insurance will not cover it.
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The Number of Treatments: The reality is, you may need more than one treatment to get the best results. It can require up to four depending on the severity of your veins.
Insurance That May Cover Vein Removal Treatment
Medicare, most HMOs, and other major insurance plans will cover vein treatment if medically necessary. You may need to get prior authorization before the procedure. In most cases, your doctor’s office will get the necessary authorizations for you. Find out what insurance plans we take.
How to Identify Your Insurance Coverage
The best way to find out if vein treatment is covered by your insurance plan is to call. Give them detailed information about what treatment you need. You may need the provider’s information and procedure code, which you can get from the doctor’s office that is going to do the procedure.
What to Do if the Procedure Isn’t Covered
If your insurance does not cover the vein procedure, you may be able to pay out of pocket. You can also set up a payment plan with your doctor’s office or apply for Health Care financing through Care Credit.
Why Vein Procedures Are Worth It
Remember, paying for spider or varicose vein treatment is an investment in yourself. It continues to prove worthwhile to a growing number of our patients.
There will be no more leg pain or discomfort. You can get back to activities you love and show off your vein-free legs!
