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Dr. Gail Hansen, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

Sylmar, CA

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hansen, Diagnostic Radiologist in Sylmar, CA?

    Dr. Gail Hansen, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Sylmar, CA. She has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Hansen graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Ucla Affil Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology; St Mary Med Ctr, Radiology; Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hansen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hansen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hansen’s office at (818) 364-4076.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Affil Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology; St Mary Med Ctr, Radiology; Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Of California-Los Angeles

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hansen board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gail Hansen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Hansen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Hansen typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Incidental Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy
    • Unplanned pregnancy (incidental finding)
    • Pregnancy discovered incidentally
    • Unexpected pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z331: Pregnant state, incidental

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Hansen typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gail 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 (818) 364-4076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hansen accept in Sylmar, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • Unknown

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Hansen's office located?

    Olive View Ucla Medical Center

    14445 Olive View Dr Rm 2D139

    Sylmar, CA 91342

    (818) 364-4076

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    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 1841208444.

    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. Gail Hansen's specialty?

    Dr. Hansen is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Sylmar, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hansen is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Adventist Health White Memorial, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 Gail Hansen accepting new patients in Sylmar, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Gail Hansen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hansen's office at (818) 364-4076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gail Hansen?

    Please contact Dr. Hansen's office at (818) 364-4076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gail Hansen have?

    Dr. Gail Hansen is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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