To remove varicose veins Various operative as well as minimally invasive methods to choose from. And just as the method used depends on the individual case, there is no generalised answer as to how much varicose vein removal will cost 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, the first step is to Preliminary examination carried out, the costs of which are generally covered by all health insurance companies. Private health insurance companies also reimburse the costs of an examination by a private doctor; patients with statutory health insurance pay for this themselves. If it turns out that the superficial veins are dilated and the venous valves no longer close properly, the health insurance companies usually pay for an outpatient procedure. After all, it is a clinical picture that can continue to worsen and lead to complications.
Which treatment procedure (open surgery or endovenous procedure) is covered by statutory health insurance always depends on the individual case, the respective insurance company and the chosen method.
Treatment with the classical surgical method of the Vein stripping (open surgery) is normally covered by their catalogue of services.
"Treatment with the classic surgical method of Vein stripping (open surgery) is normally covered by the service catalogues of the statutory health insurance companies. Gentle procedures such as the Radiofrequency or laser therapy for self-pay patients and private patients are around 1,300 euros for one leg and 1,800 euros for both legs."
Costs vary depending on the severity and treatment procedure
The cost of removing varicose veins varies depending on the severity and type of treatment. For example, in the case of Spider vein sclerotherapy is an intervention whose costs are generally not covered by insurers.
Endovenous gentle procedures such as a Radiofrequency or laser therapy of the diseased trunk vein on the leg are priced at around 1,300 euros for one leg or 1,800 euros for both legs for self-paying and private patients. In addition to the actual costs of the treatment, there are also follow-up costs - e.g. for ultrasound checks after the operation.
Modern procedures are more expensive but usually possible
In contrast to traditional surgery, not all statutory health insurance companies cover the costs of endovenous and gentle varicose vein surgery. Nevertheless, there are options: If you want to have varicose veins removed using modern and gentle methods such as radiofrequency therapy or the laser procedure, you can consult your doctor. statutory health insurance company to submit an individual application for cost coverage, if the latter does not include the desired procedure in its reimbursement catalogue. The same applies to the Treatment with the vein adhesiver, whereby the However, the prospects of reimbursement for this therapy method are poor - sometimes even with private health insurance companies.
If you are a patient with statutory health insurance and wish to be treated by a private doctor such as Dr Kusenack, you will have to pay the costs of the diagnosis and treatment of your varicose veins yourself. You will receive a transparent invoice from Dr Kusenack in accordance with the German Medical Fee Schedule (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 statutory or private insurance - at Dr Kusenack's private practice, you will benefit from a detailed consultation without time pressure or budgeting for treatment. Consultation appointments are also possible at very short notice outside of normal surgery hours and all diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are offered for the treatment of your varicose veins. Ask Dr Kusenack what costs may be involved in removing your varicose veins.
