Physician FAQ

1. How do I know endovenous laser ablation (EVLT) is the right treatment option?

All of our patients are evaluated in our clinic to determine if people with venous conditions are candidates for EVLT. If you’re not sure, feel free to call our office to talk over the diagnosis.

2. Other places offer venous ablation. Why should I refer my patients to Veradia?

Veradia specializes in interventional radiology, the specialty that pioneered minimally-invasive, image-guide therapies. This is all we do. And in our opinion, that’s always the best option.

3. How long will my patients have to wait to get into Veradia?

We can generally schedule an appointment within a week or two after the initial phone call. Sometimes sooner.

4. Is EVLT covered by insurance?

Yes. Most insurance companies will provide coverage for treatment of symptomatic venous complications, including varicose veins. It’s best to have your patients call their insurance providers to find out what exact coverage will be.

5. Can my patient expect to make repeat visits?

Not in most cases. Laser vein ablation is 97% effective, so there should be no reoccurrence in treated varicose veins. However, patients with very complex disorders may require more than one type of procedure.

If you’ve got a question for our interventional radiologists or nursing staff, you can submit it here. Or, call 605-338-9740 and we will try to answer it as promptly as possible.