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Dr. Ernest Han, MD

Gainesville, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Han, Nephrologist in Gainesville, GA?

    Dr. Ernest Han, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Han graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Han is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Han’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Han’s office at (678) 450-0202.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Han?

    Dr. Ernest Han, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Han empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hypertension, Kidney Disease-Acute, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Gainesville/GA community, Dr. Han is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Han go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Han speak?

    Dr. Han and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Han treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Han diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Han. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 1
    • Early Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Low Potassium
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Persistent Protein in Urine
    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Persistent proteinuria
    • Ongoing protein in urine
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • High Calcium
    • Calcium
    • Hypercalcemia
    • Excess Calcium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8352: Hypercalcemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Han perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ernest Han may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Han's office.

    Does Dr. Han accept my insurance?

    Dr. Han accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 450-0202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Han accept in Gainesville, GA?

    Dr. Han in Gainesville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Han's office located?

    Dr. Ernest Han's Primary Practice

    663 Lanier Park Dr

    Gainesville, GA 30501

    (678) 450-0202

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    Dr. Ernest Han's Practice 2

    227 Mountain Dr

    Dahlonega, GA 30533

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    Dr. Ernest Han's Practice 3

    101 Greenfield Dr Ste 240

    Cumming, GA 30040

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    What is Dr. Han's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Han's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942357744.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Han?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Han

    What is Dr. Ernest Han's specialty?

    Dr. Han is a Nephrologist near Gainesville, GA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Han to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernest Han affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Han is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Emory Johns Creek Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Ernest Han accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Han is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Han offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Han's office at (678) 450-0202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernest Han?

    Please contact Dr. Han's office at (678) 450-0202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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