The Real Price: Costs of Varicose Vein Treatments in the UK Explained

The cost of treatments for problem veins, including varicose veins, differs considerably depending on whom you see and which treatments you require.

We wanted to shed some light on the reasons behind such differences and offer advice for anyone considering private varicose vein treatments in the UK.

The best patient is an informed patient so we provide you with the information to help make your decision easier.

A Guide to Varicose Vein Costs in the UK

• The Right Provider – First and foremost, choose your varicose vein clinic and surgeon carefully. Ensure they are qualified and experienced and the clinic is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). People sometimes lose sight of the importance of finding someone they feel comfortably reassured around to help them. The best practitioners won’t be the cheapest, but they won’t necessarily be the most expensive either. Private healthcare isn’t a simple sliding scale where cost and better care rise together. Always ask questions.
• The Internet – This is an incredibly powerful tool. The internet has helped people spread the word about poor service and providers. Search the clinic and surgeon to get some understanding of their reputation. Please be aware that the internet also plays host to a lot of false information. Please exercise caution when relying on internet research as your source.
• Don’t pay too much – It sounds obvious enough, but some clinics can pull patients in with promises of top-level care because of their costs. The best clinics won’t be cheap but don’t be lured in by technical jargon that you may not understand. Ensure you are able to make an informed decision that you understand.
• Don’t pay too little – This is probably the most important thing you can do, as it will help you avoid a lot of the darker sides of the private healthcare industry. Pay too little and you risk corners being cut. You won’t know what has been missed until it’s often far too late. Good clinics see far too many people who have unfortunately learned a hard lesson by opting for the lowest price available. You only have one body so it’s worth investing in good care.
• Quoting prices – Clinics and surgeons are often very wary of quoting prices online. This comes from experience a lot of the time. It’s very hard to quote accurate pricing before seeing somebody in person at a consultation as many factors are involved. Some clinics may choose to be as open as possible and provide a price list in a bid to seem honest, but this is no guarantee of the price you will pay. They haven’t seen you yet and the severity of your varicose veins will need to be assessed to calculate the true cost.
• Going Abroad – This often falls under the problem of paying too little. Going abroad to save money with invasive treatments is a mistake. Varicose vein treatment should always come with a contingency plan as there are risks and follow-ups need to be made. Be sensible with your health.

How much do Varicose Vein Treatments Cost?

Our treatment prices for Varicose Vein removal treatment will vary depending on the type of varicose vein surgery recommended. You will be provided with a treatment plan and accurate treatment costs for your procedure following a consultation where a free duplex ultrasound scan will be carried out by our expert Vascular Surgeons.

All our varicose veins treatments are minimally invasive and can be performed in-clinic with no need for an overnight stay. Varicose vein removal treatments are very safe, the blood flow from the affected vein will be re-routed to healthier veins within the leg.

We have a variety of treatment options for varicose veins. Get in touch to find out how we can help.

Varicose Vein Treatment Prices

See below our guide to treatment cost prices

Related: How to treat Varicose Veins

Varicose Vein Removal Finance

At The Private Clinic, we work with our partnered finance provider ‘Chrysalis Finance’ to offer 0% finance* to our varicose veins patients. Find out more.

*Acceptance is subject to status. Terms and conditions apply.

Are Varicose Vein treatments covered by private health insurance?

Varicose veins are not often just considered a cosmetic issue, so many health insurance companies would consider covering the cost.

The insurance company will decide whether or not they will fund your varicose veins treatment. Many insurers may only agree to pay out for patients who are experiencing troublesome symptoms and not getting them removed purely for cosmetic reasons.

At The Private Clinic, we understand veins and this is why we do not judge patients based on the severity of their veins and whether they are displaying clinical symptoms or not. All patients who come to see us will be given honest advice regarding their treatment plan.

Currently, treatments by The Private Clinic are not covered by many private health insurance companies.

Varicose vein before and after result photos

Related: See more Varicose Vein Treatment Results here

Medical References

• Varicose Veins – NHS
• Varicose Veins – Healthline
• Varicose Veins – National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute

Why choose The Private Clinic for Varicose Vein Treatment?

The Private Clinic has been around since 1983. For over 40 years we have been providing quality care and treatments to thousands of patients a year.

We specialise in advanced, minimally invasive treatments for many medical and cosmetic problems, particularly problem veins.

• The least invasive method for varicose veins and thread veins removal treatment for your legs, body and face.
• Our Consultant vascular surgeons are pioneers in EVLA(Endovenous Laser Ablation) and have treated thousands of patients.
• No lengthy downtime or recovery is required.
• We offer 4 different treatments for Varicose Veins including EVLA, VenaSeal, Foam Sclerotherapy and Phlebectomy procedures.
• The NICE (National Institute for Clinical Excellence) Gold Standard for the treatment of Varicose Veins findings shows that the success rate after five years for EVLA is 95.4%.
• A consultation with one of our Consultant Vascular Surgeons costs £200, including a free duplex ultrasound scan of your legs (usually priced between £350 and £450 at most clinics and private hospitals).
• We focus on the underlying cause of your veins and you will only see a Consultant Vascular surgeon for varicose veins.
• We have treated thousands of patients who have regained their confidence whilst avoiding health issues.
• Treatment takes one hour, and you can go home shortly after being treated.
• Owing to our success, we have been featured on Channel 4’s Embarrassing Bodies, TLC’s My Naked Secret and featured in Harper’s Bazaar’s Cosmetic Tweakment Trends for 2019.
• We have carried out over 7,000 procedures in treating Veins.
• We also provide spider veins/thread vein treatment, find out more. 

Helpful Links

• View our varicose vein before and after photos.
• Read our extensive varicose vein FAQs.
• Take a look at our varicose vein patient stories.
• Find out more in our varicose vein blogs
• Download our varicose vein treatment brochure

Expert Vascular Surgeons at The Private Clinic

Our leading team of Consultant Vascular Surgeons across the UK are here to help you treat your Varicose Veins safely and completely.

• Mr Constantinos Kyriakides, MD, FRCS (Gen), FRCS (Gen Surg). GMC Number: 3275436
• Mr Dynesh Rittoo, MBChB, FRCS (Eng), FRCS (Gen Surg). GMC Number: 3556456
• Mr Rajiv Pathak, MBBS, MS, FRCS (Gen), FRCS. GMC Number: 4585309
• Mr Tahir Hussain, MBBS, FRCS (Gen, Surg.), MS Masters in Surgery. GMC Number: 3242669

Book a Consultation

Varicose Vein Consultations and/or Treatment are available in London, Birmingham, and Northampton.

To find out more about our varicose vein treatments or to book a consultation you can call 0333 920 2471 or use our Varicose Vein online contact form.