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Page Background www.theconnectionsnj.com & www.tcvcg.com www.veininstitutenj.com & # " $ ! ! ! $ ! ! % " $ ! ! ! $ ! ! # Westfield • Morristown • Livingston • Princeton Landing • Shrewsbury • Clifton • Rockaway 908-224 -0735 WILL INSURANCE PAY FOR MY VEINS? Submitted By: Vein Institute of NJ at The Cardiovascular Care Group Yes…no…maybe! That is the definitive and final answer! Many patients will not seek care for their veins fearing that insurers will not pay for vein treatment. While health insurance is designed to pay for the care of illnesses and for preventive care to avoid illness, some aspects of vein care are, indeed, “medically necessary!” As much as one would like to believe that making one’s legs look better may improve your “over- all being”– ridding unsightly spider veins does not constitute a return to health! That is not to imply that varicose or spi- der veins are not unsightly and should not be treated! Current techniques to improve the look and feel of the legs by removing veins are minimally invasive and, essentially, painless. Insurers are more likely to consider pay- ment for veins that are painful and inter- fere with one’s daily lives. The larger veins (typically measuring 4-6mm diame- ter) have often been present for a pro- longed period of time and commonly have a genetic predisposition. As conser- vative means are often sufficient to care for these, insurers want to see that those methods have been attempted and exhausted before agreeing to pay for vein treatment. An extended period using support stockings and the use of analgesics on an infrequent basis should be the initial treatment option. If these methods do not work, it might be rea- sonable to consider a minimally invasive approach to vein removal. Prior to undertaking any type of vein therapy – as with any intervention – one must appreciate the ramifications of “doing nothing.” There is little downside to leaving varicose veins alone – other than the discomfort and disfiguring appearance. There is no scientific evi- dence to suggest that veins will cause any significant health risk if left untreated! It is important, if one does have pain from their leg veins, that they be exam- ined with the assistance of a skilled Vascular (ultrasound) Technologist. Accurately assessing the function of the underlying veins is critical to obtaining a good result and to providing the neces- sary information to the insurer for con- sideration of payment. Varicose veins are often the “tip” of the problem and the input derived from a vascular surgeon – those best qualified to understand the entire vascular system – is important for quality vein care. Those patients who have truly been in pain despite appropriate conservative measures, should, indeed, have their veins addressed. Understanding the cause and being able to provide all of the treatment options is what a qualified Vascular Surgeon can do. Rest assured that the skilled team of patient care rep- resentatives will work diligently to secure a successful pre-authorization for treat- ment from your insurance carriers, when appropriate. The options available to treat spider, reticular or varicose veins are numerous. They range from the minimally invasive injections and laser treatments to radiofrequency or laser ablation to surgi- cal microphlebectomies. It is in one’s best interest to have the treating physician be competent in all facets and all techniques so that the best treatment option can be selected for your specific situation. For this same reason and for more than 50 years, The Vascular Specialists at the Vein Institute of New Jersey at the Cardiovascular Care Group are known to be the premiere vein treatment center in the state of New Jersey. Simply put, no other vascular group has more experi- ence or is more respected by their peers. While the technology has greatly improve over the years, the commitment to quality care and the compassionate personal treatment makes this group, the best of the best in treating patients with vein issues. To find out more about the Vein Institute of New Jersey at the Cardiovascular Care Group , please visit us a t www.veininstitutenj.com o r call us at 800-954-8346. 78 East Main Street,Somerville www.drcharmoydmd.com 908-722-9266 Member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Diagnosed with Sleep Apnea? Can’t wear a CPAP? Do You Snore? Services Now Covered By Medicare There is an alternative treatment with an oral appliance! Dr. Charmoy is experienced in the right appliance for you AP-5000609538 East Main Str et, Somerville .somervilledentalsleepmedicine.com 2-92 6 R ICHARD P. C HARMOY , D.M.D., LLC

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