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Varicose Veins vs. Spider Veins: Free Infographic
Medically reviewed by Miller Vein
Curious about the difference between varicose veins and spider veins? About which is covered by insurance? Or which is associated with what symptoms?
Whether it’s for your own reference, for a loved one, or for a medical office, here’s an easy infographic for you to download, print, and share. Enjoy!
Miller Vein offers comfortable spider vein treatment at all eight of our Michigan clinics.
Varicose Veins
Medical
Varicose vein treatments (and related procedures) are considered medical. They are completed in-office, typically take around 15 minutes, and result in no downtime. You can drive yourself to and from a vein procedure.
Important Note: Spider veins will remain after medical treatments.
Covered by Insurance
Varicose vein procedures are typically covered by insurance. At Miller Vein, we’re committed to making exceptional vein care accessible to everyone. That’s why we accept over 700 insurance plans. This ensures you receive the treatments you need.
Need to pay over time? Miller Vein has partnered with CareCredit to offer you flexible payment options.
Symptoms
- Large, bulging, rope-like veins
- Heaviness
- Aching
- Swelling
- Throbbing
- Itching
Spider Veins
Cosmetic
Spider vein treatments are considered cosmetic. Procedures are completed in-office, take less than 30 minutes, and result in no downtime. You can drive yourself to and from a treatment session.
While medical treatments don’t get rid of spider veins, Miller Vein’s trademarked VeinErase® treatments do.
Cash Pay
Because spider vein treatments are considered cosmetic, they are typically not covered by insurance. (If you’re an educator in Michigan and have MESSA insurance, spider vein treatments are actually covered.)
Need to pay over time? Miller Vein has partnered with CareCredit to offer you flexible payment options, even for spider vein treatments!
Symptoms
- Thin, web-like veins
- Typically red, blue, or purple
- Not usually associated with pain
- Spider veins can occasionally cause the same symptoms as varicose veins
In Conclusion…
If you have questions about varicose veins vs. spider veins beyond this blog and infographic, reach out to Miller Vein. Learn more by visiting our homepage, or call 877.432.2184 for additional information.
