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Dr. Collin Hanson, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist, Pediatrician

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hanson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Collin Hanson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Hanson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanson’s office at (312) 695-7950.

    What languages does Dr. Hanson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hanson typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Hanson 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. Hanson. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • ESRD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
    • Cutaneous Melanoma
    • Black Skin Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wasting Syndrome
    • Malnutrition
    • Cachexia
    • Muscle Wasting
    • Severe Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R64: Cachexia

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hanson typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Collin Hanson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hanson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-7950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hanson accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Hanson in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hanson's office located?

    Dr. Collin Hanson's Primary Practice

    251 E Huron St

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 695-7950

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

    Dr. Hanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811458227.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hanson?

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

    What is Dr. Collin Hanson's specialty?

    Dr. Hanson is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Chicago, IL.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Collin Hanson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hanson is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Collin Hanson accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Collin Hanson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Collin Hanson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office at (312) 695-7950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Collin Hanson?

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office at (312) 695-7950 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hanson's office located?

    Dr. Hanson's office is located in Chicago, IL.