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Your Trusted Source for Vein Health Information

At Center for Vein Restoration, your vein health and your overall well-being are our top priorities. We’re committed to providing expert guidance, education, and support as you move from chronic venous insufficiency to restored comfort and confidence.

Our compassionate, board-certified vein specialists care for over 200,000 patients annually, providing us with the experience to anticipate your concerns and deliver the answers you need. With a 98% patient satisfaction rating, we’re proud to offer clear explanations, schedule your vein screening and treatment, and monitor your recovery every step of the way.

Self-Assessment

Take a quick and easy self-assessment to better understand your vein health and determine if treatment may be right for you.

First Consultation Information

Learn what to expect during your initial consultation and how to prepare for your first visit with our vein specialists.

Treatment Preparation

Get clear guidance on how to get ready for your upcoming vein treatment, including what to do before and on the day of your procedure.

Post-Treatment Care

Find detailed aftercare instructions to support a smooth recovery and help you maintain your results after treatment.

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Need to pay your bill? Use our secure online payment portal to make a quick and convenient payment anytime, from anywhere.

Are Vein Procedures Covered by Insurance?

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Yes, they are! These are just a few of the most common insurance providers accepted at Center for Vein Restoration.

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Access Your Records Anytime with the CVR Patient Portal

Stay connected to your vein care anytime, from anywhere. After your first visit to Center for Vein Restoration, you’ll receive a temporary username and password to access our secure Patient Portal. This convenient online platform gives you 24/7 access to:

  • Your personalized vein treatment records
  • Upcoming appointments and scheduling details
  • Direct, secure messaging with your CVR vein care team

Take control of your vein health journey with instant access to the information you need, all in one place!

Any questions? Check out our FAQ.

What causes varicose veins?

The normal function of leg veins–both the deep veins in the leg and the superficial veins–is to carry blood back to the heart. During walking, for instance, the calf muscle acts as a pump, contracting veins and forcing blood back to the heart.

To prevent blood from flowing in the wrong direction, veins have numerous valves. If the valves fail (a cause of venous reflux), blood flows back into superficial veins and back down the leg. This results in veins enlarging and becoming varicose. The process is like blowing air into a balloon without letting the air flow out again–the balloon swells.

To succeed, treatment must stop this reverse flow at the highest site or sites of valve failure. In the legs, veins close to the surface of the skin drain into larger veins, such as the saphenous vein, which run up to the groin. Damaged valves in the saphenous vein are often the cause of reversed blood flow back down into the surface veins.

What are varicose veins?

Varicose veins are swollen, twisted, blue veins that are close to the surface of the skin. Because valves in them are damaged, they hold more blood at higher pressure than normal. That forces fluid into the surrounding tissue, making the affected leg swell and feel heavy.

Unsightly and uncomfortable, varicose leg veins can promote swelling in the ankles and feet and itching of the skin. They may occur in almost any part of the leg but are most often seen in the back of the calf or on the inside of the leg between the groin and the ankle. Left untreated, patient symptoms are likely to worsen with some possibly leading to venous ulceration.

What is sclerotherapy?

A chemical injection, such as a saline or detergent solution, is injected into a vein causing it to “spasm” or close up. Other veins then take over its work. This may bring only temporary success and varicose veins frequently recur. This treatment is most effective on smaller surface veins, which are 1-2mm in diameter or less.

What is ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy?

In this procedure, a medicine called a sclerosant is injected into the problem vein. It “foams," filling the vein and initiating a reaction that results in vein closure. Blood is then naturally rerouted around the affected area and the vein later is reabsorbed by the body. The physician administering the treatment uses ultrasonography–sound waves–to guide the procedure for maximum accuracy and safety.

Will my insurance cover varicose vein treatment?

Insurance coverage for the treatment of venous insufficiency varies depending on both your insurance provider and your specific policy. In general, most insurance providers separate vein treatments into two categories—those that are deemed “medically necessary” versus those that are “cosmetic” in nature.

As the presence and extent of venous insufficiency is best determined via ultrasound, we encourage anyone thinking about seeking vein treatment—cosmetic or otherwise—to better understand the complete status of their veins through one of our comprehensive ultrasound screenings as, more often than not, venous insufficiency is not readily visible. Most insurance providers cover this initial, comprehensive screening.

Typically, larger veins that are symptomatic (i.e. those that are causing discomfort such as pain, aching, burning, itching, swelling, fatigue, and heaviness as well as other symptoms that may be specified by your insurance provider) are usually considered “medically necessary” and are therefore covered by your insurance.

By contrast, procedures your insurance provider considers “cosmetic” are usually not covered. Treatments such as sclerotherapy for small, non-symptomatic spider veins are typically considered not medically necessary and, as such, require an out-of-pocket payment by the patient.

Center for Vein Restorations accepts insurance from numerous insurance providers such as Aetna, Amerigroup, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, MultiPlan, Pomco, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Medicare, and many others depending on your specific location. Whether you’re inquiring for yourself or for someone you love, our Patient Services Specialists are available Monday through Thursday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM and Friday until 5:00 PM to address all your questions and help put your mind at ease.

To best understand the specific details of your policy and its coverage, contact your insurance provider.

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