Will insurance cover the cost? Does the procedure involve an overnight hospital stay I will need to budget for?
RFA (Radiofrequency ablation) to treat refluxing superficial veins like GSV, SSV, accessory vein, or perforator vein is covered by insurance depending on the specific insurance plan; therefore, it is better to have the provider submit for prior authorization beforehand. This way you will know if the procedure is approved by your insurance plan and also if there is any payment you will be responsible for. RFA is a minimally invasive procedure that is regularly done at the specialist office or surgical center without the need for a hospital stay.
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Published on Jul 11, 2012
Our office has a fixed cost structure and it is an office procedure. No need for overnight stay.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
If you have symptomatic venous reflux causing varicose veins, pain, skin changes, heaviness, cramping etc, you should be eligible for insurance coverage with prior approval. Additionally most insurers require a period of conservative therapy such as medical grade compression hose (20-30 mmHg and above), pain meds such as ibuprofen, elevating legs, exercise etc. Both RF and laser ablation done by a vascular trained surgeon are done in the office under local anesthetic, walk in walk out in about one hour. Your out of pocket costs vary according to your insurance plan such as deductible and coinsurance and any minor charges made by the surgeon
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Yes, medical insurance pays for Radiofrequency saphenous vein ablation RFA , also known as vein occlusion procedure. This is an outpatient procedure. Hospital Admission or doing the procedure in the hospital is unnecessary and only adds unnecessary costs. Be well.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Radiofrequency ablation of a diseased vein is usually covered by insurance if it is causing you discomfort or problems. Typically the procedure is performed in an outpatient setting and takes about 45 minutes to complete under local anesthesia. You should have a thorough evaluation including an ultrasound of your legs if you suspect you are suffering from venous disease. Your treating physician can discuss your treatment options and see if your insurance will cover the procedures before you commit to doing anything.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Insurance does cover the procedure if you fit certain criteria. Your provider will know if you are a candidate. Our office gets a prior authorization from your insurance before any work is done to confirm it is covered. Check with your insurance to see the out of pocket cost (i.e. Deductible). You can call insurance or check online. Finally, the procedure is performed in the office so no hospitalization is required.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Patients who have venous insufficiency and symptomatic varicose veins are graded according to their physical findings and symptoms. Usually first a trial of medical management could be recommended unless their findings and symptoms are beyond medical management. The next step is a venous duplex ultrasound. Putting this all together will determine if someone will qualify for treatment which is covered by most insurance companies if the standards are met.
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Endovenous thermal ablation (radiofrequency ablation) is typically covered by insurance. It should not necessitate a hospital stay and in fact is usually performed in the office.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
It is slightly more expensive than laser ablation, but it is covered by most insurance carriers. Radiofrequency ablation does not require an overnight hospital stay. It is an outpatient/ambulatory procedure.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
It is usually covered by insurance. We do this procedure in our office with local anesthesia. No overnight stay is required.
Published on Jul 11, 2012