Entries by Adam Smith

Winter Is The Best Time To Get Rid Of Varicose Veins and Spider Veins

  Warmer temps are right around the corner. So, now is the time to get ready to show off your legs. Don’t suffer through another season when you can take care of those painful and unsightly varicose veins and spider veins with non-surgical, minimally invasive, outpatient treatments that get you back to your healthy lifestyle […]

Back Pain from Sports: Prevention and Treatment

Back Pain can be classified into two categories: Acute Pain and Chronic pain. – Acute Pain: Possible causes include a newly broken bone (vertebra) in the spine from injury or osteoporosis, bulging or herniated discs, nerve irritation from arthritis or degenerative conditions, and infection. – Chronic Pain: Lasting six months or longer, chronic pain may […]

8 Ways to Reduce Uterine Fibroid Risk Factors

  There is no known way to prevent uterine fibroids. However, by educating yourself and taking a few simple steps, you may be able to reduce your risk factors, symptoms and minimize suffering. #1 Know The Risk Factors of Developing Uterine Fibroids – Age. Fibroids become more common as women age, especially during their 30s […]

Spider Veins and Varicose Veins 101

Millions of people suffer from spider veins and varicose veins, but most don’t know the difference between the two. Below is a simple explanation of the differences and signs you should see a doctor. What are Spider Veins Spider veins are broken capillaries, no more than 2 mm in diameter, just below the skin’s surface […]

Don’t Wait. Use Your Flexible Spending Account For Back Pain Treatment Now.

  If you have a Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA), this is the perfect time to take care of that back pain procedure you have been putting off. Stop suffering from back pain and schedule your minimally invasive, non-surgical treatments including kyphoplasty, epidural steroid injections (ESIs), selective nerve root block (SNRB), medical brand (facet joint) […]

Are Varicose Vein and Spider Vein Treatments Covered By Insurance?

  Are you one of the many people who have avoided treatment of varicose veins or spider veins because you believe they are not covered by health insurance because they are a cosmetic condition? In many cases, this is a misconception. If you’ve put this procedure off because you’re concerned about cost, then read on… […]

Is Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) Covered By My Health Insurance?

  90% effective in reducing symptoms caused by fibroids, Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) may be right for you – especially if want to avoid surgery. Typically, our patients have an overnight stay in the hospital but are released the next morning. UFE is considered a 23-hour overnight outpatient procedure. Most insurance companies cover UFE. It […]

One More Reason To Take Care Of Your Back Pain Now

  New Rules For 2014 Medical Expense Tax Deductions This is the perfect time to take care of that back pain procedure you have been putting off such as kyphoplasty, epidural steroid injections (ESIs), selective nerve root block (SNRB), medical brand (facet joint) denervations or sacroiliac (SI) joint injections. Taking care of any necessary medical […]

You May Be Able To Treat Your Fibroids For Little-Out-Of-Pocket Cost

  The leaves are turning. There’s a chill in the air. The end of the year is quickly approaching. In all the holiday frenzy make time to take care of yourself. Now is the time to make sure you’re getting the maximum benefit from your health insurance plan. If you’ve been putting off a procedure […]