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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hansen, Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Christopher Hansen, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hansen graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Hansen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hansen’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hansen’s office.
Where did Dr. Hansen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Hansen board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hansen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hansen speak?
Dr. Hansen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hansen treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Hansen 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. Hansen. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Hansen perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Hansen may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hansen's office.
Does Dr. Hansen accept my insurance?
Dr. Hansen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hansen accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Hansen in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Hansen's office located?
What is Dr. Hansen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hansen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629091228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hansen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hansen
What is Dr. Christopher Hansen's specialty?
Dr. Hansen is a Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Hansen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Hansen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hansen is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Christopher Hansen accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hansen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Hansen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hansen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Hansen?
Please contact Dr. Hansen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Hansen have?
Dr. Christopher Hansen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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