Varicose vein treatment: NHS funding
NHS varicose vein treatment (EVLA, foam sclerotherapy, stripping) is an EBI procedure. Most ICBs require documented symptoms (ulceration, bleeding, severe pain) before funding.
NHS availability
Varies by area (ICB postcode lottery)
Private cost
£2,000–£5,000
£2,000–5,000 per leg depending on treatment type
Category
Surgical
Eligibility criteria
NHS funding for varicose vein treatment is assessed against these criteria:
•clinical indication
•severity
This is an Evidence-Based Interventions (EBI) procedure. Specific thresholds may vary between ICBs. Confirm eligibility with your GP.
NICE guidance
NICE CG168: Varicose vein treatment
View the full NICE guidance on nice.org.uk →
Private cost comparison
NHS cost
£0
Free at point of use if eligible
Private cost
£2,000–£5,000
£2,000–5,000 per leg depending on treatment type
Related NHS tools
NHS availability data based on NHS England Evidence-Based Interventions guidance and individual ICB commissioning policies. Policies may change. Always confirm with your GP. Private costs are from Treatcompare research and may vary by provider and region.