Vein Clinics of America

What Vein Clinics of America does

Vein Clinics of America (VCA) is a specialty outpatient healthcare provider founded in 1981 in Downers Grove, Illinois, focused exclusively on the diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment of venous disease—varicose veins, spider veins, and chronic venous insufficiency. The company serves a horizontal, primarily adult patient population presenting with symptoms such as leg pain, heaviness, swelling, fatigue, visible veins, skin changes, and venous ulcers, with secondary personas including pregnant/postpartum women and Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries. In 2022 VCA was acquired by USA Vein Clinics (a subsidiary of USA Clinics Group, co-founded by Dr. Yan Katsnelson and Dr. Flora Katsnelson) and its locations were fully integrated; the VCA brand was formally rebranded to USA Vein Clinics in 2025, with VeinClinics.com relaunched as an educational resource hub.

The clinical portfolio centers on seven core minimally invasive, outpatient procedures: Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT), Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), ClariVein mechanochemical ablation, VenaSeal adhesive closure, Varithena foam ablation, and visual and ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy. These are standard, largely device- and vendor-supplied venous ablation modalities rather than proprietary technology; differentiation derives from breadth of treatment options, board-certified vein specialists, and IAC accreditation for vascular testing rather than from patented IP (no patents or trademarks are recorded in the data). Service delivery combines in-person clinic visits, 24/7 online scheduling, phone booking, and telemedicine/virtual consultations.

The business model is a physician-services / procedure-revenue model in which treatments are billed to third-party payers, including Medicare, some Medicaid plans, and major commercial insurers; pricing is not publicly disclosed and the company markets insurance coordination as a core service. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer, driven by digital marketing, content/SEO, patient testimonials, PR, and community involvement. As part of USA Clinics Group, the entity operates within a broader network of more than 160 clinics across 30 states spanning multiple specialty lines (vein, fibroid, vascular, hemorrhoid, prostate, oncology).

Name

Vein Clinics of America

Legal name

USA Vein Clinics

Website

https://veinclinics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

A specialty outpatient provider of minimally invasive venous treatments (varicose/spider veins, chronic venous insufficiency), serving adult patients nationwide via insurance-reimbursed procedures; acquired by and rebranded to USA Vein Clinics under USA Clinics Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vein Treatment / Vascular Care Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (62111), All Other Outpatient Care Centers (621498), Ambulatory Health Care Services (621)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Ambulatory Specialty Clinics (Multi-Specialty & Single-Specialty) (HLAFABAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ambulatory Cardiology Diagnostic & Procedure Centers (Non-hospital-based) (HLAFABAK)

Keywords

• Vein treatment services
• Minimally invasive procedures
• Varicose vein care
• Spider vein removal
• Vascular outpatient care

Headquarters

HQ city

Downers Grove

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical Procedure Revenue: Revenue generated from minimally invasive vein treatment procedures performed at clinic locations. Services are billed to insurance providers including Medicare and Medicaid.
2. Insurance-Reimbursed Procedures: Most leg vein treatments are covered by major health insurance plans including Medicare and some Medicaid plans. The company works directly with insurance providers to maximize patient benefits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Vein Clinics of America provides outpatient, minimally invasive medical procedures for the treatment of varicose veins, spider veins, and chronic venous insufficiency. The company delivers these services through a national network of clinic locations staffed by board-certified vein specialists, with treatments including endovenous laser therapy, radiofrequency ablation, ClariVein, VenaSeal, Varithena, and sclerotherapy. Most procedures are billed to insurance providers including Medicare.

Product overview

USA Vein Clinics operates a unified healthcare platform offering minimally invasive vein treatments through a network of over 160 clinics across 30 states. The portfolio centers on seven core treatment procedures: Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT), Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), ClariVein, Visual Sclerotherapy, Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy, Varithena, and VenaSeal Closure System. These treatments address varicose veins, spider veins, and chronic venous insufficiency. The platform also includes telemedicine/virtual consultation services, 24/7 online scheduling, and insurance coordination. Formerly known as Vein Clinics of America, the company rebranded under USA Vein Clinics in 2025 following its 2022 acquisition of Vein Clinics of America. Educational resources are provided through the VeinClinics.com hub.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) Minimally invasive procedure in which a thin laser fiber is inserted into the diseased vein to deliver energy that seals the vein shut, redirecting blood flow to healthy veins. Indicated for varicose vein treatment in adult patients.
• Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Medical procedure that uses controlled heat from radiofrequency energy to close damaged veins, treating both symptoms and underlying causes of varicose veins with faster recovery than older surgical methods.
• ClariVein (Mechanochemical Ablation) Non-thermal, non-tumescent procedure that combines mechanical action with a sclerosant solution to close affected veins without heat, large incisions, or significant discomfort.
• VenaSeal Closure System Treatment that provides immediate varicose vein closure using a specially-formulated medical adhesive to seal the affected vein, requiring no heat or tumescent anesthesia.
• Varithena Vein Treatment Special foam injected via catheter under ultrasound guidance to treat venous issues associated with the Great Saphenous Vein (GSV) and surrounding veins.
• Visual Sclerotherapy Injection treatment ideal for small surface veins or spider veins that improves appearance and may reduce mild leg discomfort.
• Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy (USGS) Minimally invasive injection treatment for larger or deeper varicose veins using ultrasound imaging to guide the procedure, causing vein walls to collapse and gradually disappear.
• Telemedicine / Virtual Doctor Visits Virtual consultation services providing convenient access to leading vein specialists from the patient's home for evaluation of vein disease symptoms.
• Insurance Coordination Services Assistance with insurance verification and claims processing, working directly with major insurance providers including Medicare and Medicaid to maximize patient benefits for vein treatment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Quick return to normal activities same day as procedure
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Save a Child's HeartminorOthersInternational organization providing life-saving cardiac treatment to children from underdeveloped countries. Dr. Yan Katsnelson is a member. The organization enables screening of thousands of children worldwide through ECHO-assisted technology.
• Fibroid Fighters FoundationminorOthersFoundation started by Dr. Yan Katsnelson to advance women's health and promote safe, effective minimally invasive treatment of uterine fibroids.
• USA Clinics GroupcoreOthersParent company of USA Vein Clinics, USA Fibroid Centers, USA Vascular Centers, USA Hemorrhoid Centers, USA Prostate Centers, and USA Oncology Centers. Operates more than 160 clinics nationwide.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Medtronic: A global medical device manufacturer whose ClosureFast RFA system and acquired Covidien venous ablation products are used by vein clinics including USA Vein Clinics. Adjacent value-chain participant rather than a direct competitor, but a key upstream supplier.
• AngioDynamics: Medical device company producing venous ablation catheters (e.g., VenaCure) used by vein specialists. Indirectly comparable as an enabling technology provider in the same vein treatment space USA Vein Clinics operates.

Direct peers

• Metro Vein Centers: A multi-location vein treatment clinic group offering EVLT, sclerotherapy, and other minimally invasive vein procedures. Directly competes with USA Vein Clinics for patients seeking outpatient venous care in overlapping U.S. metro markets.
• Center for Vein Restoration: One of the largest independent vein treatment chains in the U.S., operating dozens of clinics across multiple states. Directly competes with USA Vein Clinics in the same minimally invasive vein treatment category with similar insurance-reimbursed procedures.
• New York Vein Treatment Center: Single-specialty vein clinic offering the same core procedures (EVLT, sclerotherapy, radiofrequency ablation). Comparable to USA Vein Clinics at the clinic level on clinical offerings and insurance participation.
• Inovia Vein Specialty Centers: A Pacific Northwest-based vein specialty clinic chain performing modern minimally invasive vein treatments with board-certified vascular specialists. Directly comparable to USA Vein Clinics in clinical scope and DTC patient-acquisition approach.

Emerging players

• Total Vein Care Systems: A smaller multi-state vein clinic operator. Comparable clinical scope and patient approach to USA Vein Clinics at a smaller scale.

Regional players

• Vein Treatment Center (NJ): A regional vein clinic focused on the Northeastern U.S. with similar minimally invasive treatment offerings. Comparable service line, smaller geographic footprint than USA Vein Clinics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/veinclinics
• Facebookfacebook.com/veinclinicsofamerica
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/66234

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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