Medicare and most major insurance accepted. Coverage depends on medical necessity and your plan.
RFA vs Laser vs Varithena
Which minimally invasive vein treatment is right for you? A side-by-side comparison from Kansas City's board-certified vascular surgeons.
Medicare and most major insurance accepted. Coverage depends on medical necessity and your plan.
Medically reviewed by:
| Feature | RFA | Laser (EVLA) | Varithena |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | Heat (radiofrequency) | Heat (laser) | Chemical foam |
| Best for | Straight saphenous veins | Straight saphenous veins | Tortuous / above-knee veins |
| Anesthesia | Local + tumescent | Local + tumescent | Local only |
| Procedure time | 30–60 min | 45–60 min | 30–60 min |
| Downtime | Same day | Same day | Same day |
| Long-term closure | 90%+ | 95%+ | 85–90% |
| Insurance covered | |||
| Heat-based | |||
| Bruising | Mild | Mild–moderate | Minimal |
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Most major insurance accepted · 4119 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, near Zona Rosa