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Dr. Ernest Hansen, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Slidell, LA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hansen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Slidell, LA?

    Dr. Ernest Hansen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Hansen graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at University of South Alabama Program. Dr. Hansen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hansen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hansen’s office at (985) 646-5134.

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

    • Residency: University of South Alabama Program

    • Medical School: Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Hansen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hansen typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hansen typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernest Hansen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hansen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hansen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 646-5134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hansen accept in Slidell, LA?

    Dr. Hansen in Slidell, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hansen's office located?

    Dr. Ernest Hansen's Primary Practice

    100 Medical Center Dr

    Slidell, LA 70461

    (985) 646-5134

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    Dr. Ernest Hansen's Practice 2

    1001 Gause Blvd

    Slidell, LA 70458

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    Dr. Ernest Hansen's Practice 3

    1057 Paul Maillard Rd

    Luling, LA 70070

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    What is Dr. Hansen's NPI number?A 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 1164465704.

    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. Ernest Hansen's specialty?

    Dr. Hansen is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Slidell, LA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hansen is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Ernest Hansen accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Ernest Hansen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hansen's office at (985) 646-5134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernest Hansen?

    Please contact Dr. Hansen's office at (985) 646-5134 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hansen's office located?

    Dr. Hansen's offices are located in Slidell, LA and Luling, LA.