Medicare may cover varicose vein treatment when your doctor says it is medically necessary. Medicare does not cover varicose vein treatment if it is only for cosmetic purposes.
Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans may also cover varicose vein treatment that is deemed medically necessary by your doctor. Medicare Advantage plans also include an annual out-of-pocket spending limit, which can potentially save you money on out-of-pocket Medicare costs.
Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) does not include an out-of-pocket spending limit.
Varicose veins are twisted or bulging veins that lay right below the surface of the skin. They are common in the legs and other parts of the body. Varicose veins can happen when regular veins become weak and stretched out.
If your varicose treatment is covered by Medicare, Part B medical insurance usually is responsible for covering the costs since as an outpatient procedure.
If you need inpatient hospital treatment for any reason, Part A will help cover your hospital costs.
If Medicare covers your varicose vein treatment, there are some out-of-pocket costs you should expect to pay, which may include:
Speak directly with your doctor for specific cost and coverage information for your varicose vein treatment.
Medicare Advantage plans are sold by private insurance companies and are required to cover everything that Medicare Part A and Part B cover.
If your varicose vein treatment is covered by Original Medicare, it will also be covered by a Medicare Advantage plan.
Because most varicose vein treatments are for cosmetic purposes, they are not typically covered by Medicare. Check with your Medicare Advantage plan carrier for more coverage information.
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