Freedom From Leg Pain

For many, cosmetic procedures are considered too expensive or unnecessary. However, not all procedures are just for vanity. There are many procedures which are considered medically necessary for health and should be seriously considered by those who suffer. Varicose vein treatments are one of those medically necessary procedures which may be performed in a cosmetic surgeon’s office.

Understanding that varicose veins are a result of chronic venous disease is important to getting the appropriate treatment from a professional trained in phlebology (venous and lymphatic disorders). This disease occurs when valves in your veins fail to function, so the valves do not completely close. Blood can begin to pool, flow backward, or reflux in the vein and cause a variety of vein complications. An abnormal circulatory condition with decreased return of blood from the leg veins up to the heart, with pooling of blood in the veins is called venous insufficiency. Spider veins and varicose veins, the larger “rope-like” veins, are the result of dilation under pressure. Varicose veins generally grow in size over time and can result in substantial pain and complications if not treated.

If you or someone you know suffers from varicose veins but believe it is too expensive or complicated to treat, it’s time you reconsider. When performed for medical reasons, most insurance carriers, including Medicare, will consider coverage for venous insufficiency treatments, based on medical necessity for symptom relief. “Typically, most patients that seek treatment for removing their varicose veins will find that the procedure is covered by their insurance plan. That is because insurance companies recognize that vein disease is real, not just cosmetic. Like many other procedures that are covered under your insurance, the amount of coverage varies on the type of plan and your insurance provider, but either way treating your varicose veins should not be put off as the effects of the disease worsen over time.

“While it is common for spider veins to be considered “cosmetic” and thus not covered by insurance, it is important to note that 1-in-4 patients with spider veins have underlying signs of vein disease. If this is the case, removing your spider veins will be included in the insurance coverage to remove your underlying varicosities- as this is the root cause of the spider veins. Furthermore, unless your underlying vein disease is treated at the source, the chances for reoccurrence of your previously removed spider veins is high. Therefore, it is important for people with spider veins to have a full diagnostic exam using an ultrasound to prevent the recurrence of both their varicose and spider veins in the future.”   

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At Ciao Bella Vein Clinic, our emphasis is on the diagnosis and treatment of venous diseases using the most advanced and successful technologies available. We offer free initial consultations for venous issues and accept all major insurance carriers. Our doctors are trained experts in phlebology and laser vein therapy treatments. With 100% commitment to give each patient the best results possible, you can be confident knowing you are in the hands of the most experienced vein specialists around.

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