7,712
Vascular Surgeons
100%
Accepting patients
84%
Most common: MD
FindClarity lists 7,712 vascular surgeons nationwide. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (84%). 78% accept Medicare.
Vascular surgeons specialize in treating diseases of the blood vessels: arteries and veins throughout the body (excluding the heart and brain, which have their own surgical specialties). They manage peripheral artery disease, aortic aneurysms, carotid artery disease, varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis, and dialysis access creation.
After medical school, vascular surgeons follow one of two training paths: a five-year general surgery residency followed by a two-year vascular surgery fellowship, or an integrated five- to six-year vascular surgery residency. Their training covers both traditional open surgery and endovascular procedures (catheter-based, minimally invasive techniques done through small punctures in the skin).
The shift toward endovascular techniques has transformed vascular surgery. Many conditions that once required large incisions and long hospital stays can now be treated with stents, balloon angioplasty, or endovascular grafts through a small puncture in the groin. This means faster recovery and fewer complications for many patients.
See a vascular surgeon for peripheral artery disease (leg pain with walking, non-healing wounds), aortic aneurysms, carotid artery narrowing (stroke prevention), varicose veins causing symptoms, blood clots in deep veins, creation or maintenance of dialysis access (fistulas, grafts), and wounds on the legs or feet that will not heal due to poor circulation.
The first visit includes a vascular exam (checking pulses, blood pressure in legs, skin condition) and a review of your imaging (ultrasound, CT angiography). The surgeon will explain the condition, its severity, and whether intervention is recommended. Many vascular conditions can be monitored initially, with surgery or endovascular treatment reserved for when the condition progresses or causes significant symptoms.
Consultation copay: $30-75 · Varicose vein ablation: $3,000-7,000 · Aortic aneurysm repair: $30,000-100,000+ · Carotid endarterectomy: $15,000-40,000
An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta, the body's largest artery. Small aneurysms (under 5 cm) are monitored with regular imaging. Surgery (open repair or endovascular stent graft) is typically recommended when the aneurysm reaches 5 to 5.5 cm or grows quickly, because the risk of rupture increases. A ruptured aortic aneurysm is a life-threatening emergency.
Varicose veins that are purely cosmetic do not require treatment. Treatment is recommended when they cause symptoms (aching, swelling, heaviness, skin changes) or complications (ulcers, bleeding, blood clots). Modern treatment options include endovenous ablation (heat or laser), sclerotherapy (injection), and ambulatory phlebectomy. These are typically done in the office with minimal downtime.
PAD is a narrowing of arteries in the legs due to plaque buildup (atherosclerosis). Symptoms include leg pain or cramping when walking (claudication) that improves with rest. Severe PAD can cause rest pain, non-healing wounds, and in extreme cases, may lead to amputation. Treatment includes exercise, medications, and in advanced cases, angioplasty, stenting, or bypass surgery.
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Vascular surgery consultations and procedures are covered under medical insurance when medically indicated. Varicose vein treatment is covered when symptoms are documented (not for cosmetic-only complaints). Prior authorization is required for most vascular procedures. Verify that both the surgeon and the facility are in-network, especially for endovascular procedures done in hospital catheterization labs.