Varicose veins aren’t just cosmetic—they often signal underlying vein disease that can lead to pain, swelling, and long-term complications if left untreated.
If you notice visible veins, leg heaviness, swelling, or discomfort, your veins may not be working properly. Fortunately, modern varicose vein treatments are minimally invasive, highly effective, and often covered by insurance.
At Well&You, our vein specialists diagnose and treat varicose vein disease with minimally invasive outpatient procedures designed for lasting relief.
What Are Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that most commonly appear on the legs. They develop when the valves inside your veins stop working properly. These valves normally help blood flow upward toward the heart. When they weaken, blood pools in the vein, causing it to stretch, twist, and bulge.
Varicose veins are often part of a broader vascular condition called chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a progressive vascular disease that affects circulation in the legs.
Over time, untreated vein disease can lead to:
Common varicose vein symptoms include:
Symptoms often worsen with prolonged standing or sitting. If these vascular issues are affecting your daily comfort, evaluation by a vein specialist is recommended.
Diagnosis at Well&You begins with a comprehensive vascular assessment to understand how your symptoms affect your daily life.
Your evaluation may include:
Ultrasound imaging allows us to see where blood is pooling and determine the most appropriate varicose vein treatment.
Modern varicose vein treatment is outpatient, highly effective, and designed to correct the underlying vascular issue, not just improve appearance.
Endovenous Ablation (Radiofrequency or Laser)
Uses controlled heat energy to seal malfunctioning veins and reroute blood to healthy vessels.
Sclerotherapy
Injects a solution that closes smaller varicose or spider veins to safely close them.
Vein Stenting (when indicated)
Restores blood flow in cases involving deeper venous obstruction.
These procedures are performed in-office and typically require little to no downtime. Most patients return to normal activity quickly.
Approach | Surgery Required | Hospital Stay | Recovery Time | Scarring |
| Endovenous Ablation |  | | Short | Minimal |
| Sclerotherapy | | | Minimal | None |
| Vein Stripping (Traditional Surgery) |  | | Longer | Possible |
Many varicose vein treatments are covered by insurance when medical criteria are met. In fact, most symptomatic vein procedures are considered medically necessary, rather than cosmetic.
Our Patient Navigators help you:
You can learn more by visiting our Insurance & Coverage page.
Early intervention often means simpler treatments and better long-term outcomes. You may benefit from evaluation if you:
Varicose veins rarely resolve on their own. Even if symptoms feel mild now, vein disease often progresses. When left untreated, vein disease can lead to:
Patients treated for varicose veins often report:
Yes. Varicose veins are a form of vascular disease involving malfunctioning vein valves and impaired blood flow.
Most minimally invasive treatments involve little discomfort and require minimal recovery time.
When symptoms are documented, most insurance plans (including Medicare) provide coverage.
Treated veins do not return, but new vein issues can develop over time. Ongoing vascular monitoring helps maintain results.
If varicose veins are causing discomfort or affecting your confidence, you don’t have to wait for symptoms to get worse. Early evaluation can help you understand your options and move forward with clarity.
