VNUS CLOSURE for the treatment of veins affected by venous reflux or venous insufficiency is covered by most insurance companies.
Here at West End Vein Care we participate with most major insurance companies such as:
Blue Cross Blue Shield Anthem Aetna Southern Health United Health Medicare Cigna (soon to be added) many others
VNUS Medical Technologies
Is Venous Reflux Disease Treatment Covered by My Insurance?
Endovenous radio-frequency obliteration of the saphenous veins, also known as the VNUS Closure Procedure performed instead of vein stripping in appropriate patients. As an alternative to conventional surgery, the ClosureŽ procedure has the broadest and most complete insurance coverage available. Positive coverage policies have been established nationwide and includes plans such as Aetna, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Coventry, Humana, Health Net, and United Healthcare. It is estimated that more than 98% of Closure procedures performed in the U.S. have involved payments from insurance companies.
As with most therapeutic procedures, eligibility of reimbursement coverage is based on established medical necessity. Patients should consult their physician or contact their carrier for the specific requirements under their plan.
If you have additional questions regarding coverage under your plan please call 888-797-8346 and ask to be connected to the VNUS Reimbursement Services Department.
Dr. Louise Ferland at West End Vein Care in Richmond, VA is a Board Certified Plastic and Microvascular Surgeon and a skilled VNUS Closure Physician endorsed by VNUS Medical Technologies. If you wish to see Dr. Ferland in Vein Consultation you may call her office directly at 804 346 8700 for available times.
Innsbrook Plastic Surgery and West End Vein Care 4050 Innslake Drive, Suite 310 Richmond (Glen Allen), VA 23070 804 346 8700
