Dr. Cherissa Hanson, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist

Raleigh, NC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Hanson, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Raleigh, NC?

Dr. Cherissa Hanson, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Hanson completed her residency at University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Hanson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanson’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanson’s office at (919) 350-8000.

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

Fellowship: University of North Carolina, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, NC, USA
Residency: University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals

Is Dr. Hanson board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Cherissa Hanson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2008, American Board of Dermatology since 2006

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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hanson typically treat?

As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, 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:

Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
Respiratory Failure
Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
Hypoxic respiratory failure
Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

ICD-10 Codes:

J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

Also known as:

Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
Asthma
Asthma Emergency
Prolonged Asthma Attack
Status Asthmaticus

ICD-10 Codes:

J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus

Also known as:

Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetes Complicationss
Diabetes Type 1
Type 1 diabetes
Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

ICD-10 Codes:

E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

Also known as:

RSV Bronchiolitis
Bronchial Disorder
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
RSV lung infection
Viral bronchiolitis
Acute bronchiolitis

ICD-10 Codes:

J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

Also known as:

Seizures
Epilepsy
Convulsions
Fits

ICD-10 Codes:

R569: Unspecified convulsions

What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hanson typically perform?

As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cherissa 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 (919) 350-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Hanson accept in Raleigh, NC?

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

Top Insurances

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Hanson's office located?

Dr. Cherissa Hanson's Primary Practice

3000 New Bern Ave

Raleigh, NC 27610

(919) 350-8000

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What hospitals are Dr. Hanson affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Hanson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Wakemed Raleigh Campus,Raleigh, NC

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 5 Procedures

Wakemed Cary Hospital,Cary, NC

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Duke Lifepoint Healthcare - Wilson Medical Center,Wilson, NC

Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

Member of American Academy of Pediatrics

Awards

University of Texas Track and FIeld – Team Captain,, 1996
University of Texas Track and Field – Most Valuable Athlete,, 1996
University of Texas – Sigma Delta Pi National Spanish Honor Society,, 1994

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 1649483512.

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. Cherissa Hanson's specialty?

Dr. Hanson is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Raleigh, NC.

What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

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

Yes, Dr. Hanson is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary 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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