Various surgical and minimally invasive methods are available for removing varicose veins. And just as the method used depends on the individual case, there is no general answer to the question of how much varicose vein removal costs in each individual case. However, modern and endovenous procedures that are as minimally invasive as possible are almost always worthwhile.
Does health insurance cover the costs of removing varicose veins?
If varicose veins are suspected, a preliminary examination is first carried out , the costs of which are usually covered by all health insurance companies if the examination is performed by a contracted doctor. Private health insurance companies also reimburse the costs of the examination if it is carried out by a private doctor; patients with statutory health insurance must pay for this themselves. If it turns out that the superficial veins are dilated and the venous valves no longer close properly, health insurance companies usually pay for outpatient surgery. After all, this is a condition that can worsen and lead to complications.
Which treatment method (open surgery or endovenous procedure) is covered by statutory health insurance always depends on the individual case, the respective insurance company, and the method chosen.
Treatment using the classic surgical method of vein stripping (open surgery) is normally covered by their catalog of services.
Treatment with the classic surgical method of vein stripping (open surgery) is usually covered by statutory health insurance. Gentle procedures such as radiofrequency or laser therapy cost approximately $1,300 for one leg or $1,800 for both legs for self-paying and private patients.
Costs vary depending on severity and treatment method
The cost of removing varicose veins varies depending on the severity and type of treatment. For example, spider vein sclerotherapy is a procedure that is not usually covered by insurance companies.
Endovenous procedures such as radiofrequency or laser therapy of the diseased saphenous vein in the leg cost approximately €1,300 for one leg or €1,800 for both legs for self-paying and private patients. In addition to the actual costs of treatment, there are also follow-up costs—e.g., for ultrasound checks after the operation.
Modern procedures are more expensive but usually possible
Unlike traditional surgery, not all statutory health insurance companies cover the costs of endovenous and gentle surgical procedures for varicose veins. However , there are options: if you want to have varicose veins removed using modern and gentle methods such as radiofrequency therapy or laser treatment , you can submit an individual application to your statutory health insurance company for coverage of the costs if the desired procedure is not included in their reimbursement catalog. The same applies to treatment with vein glue, although the prospects of reimbursement for this therapy are poor —sometimes even with private health insurance companies.
If you are a patient with statutory health insurance and would like to be treated by a private doctor such as Dr. Kusenack, you will have to pay for the costs of the diagnosis and treatment of your varicose veins yourself. Dr. Kusenack will provide you with a transparent invoice in accordance with the German Scale of Medical Fees (GOÄ).
Private health insurance companies normally always cover the costs of radiofrequency or laser treatment in addition to conventional surgery for private patients.
But regardless of whether you have public or private health insurance, at Dr. Kusenack's private practice you will benefit from a detailed consultation without any time pressure or budget constraints. Consultations are also available at short notice outside of normal office hours, and all diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are offered for the treatment of your varicose veins. Ask Dr. Kusenack about the costs involved in removing your varicose veins.
