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Dr. George Hanson, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hanson, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. George Hanson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hanson completed his residency at Texas Heart Inst, Anesthesiology; Howard Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Hanson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanson’s office.

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

    • Residency: Texas Heart Inst, Anesthesiology; Howard Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Hanson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. George Hanson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Hanson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hanson treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Female Infertility
    • Female Sterility
    • Difficulty Getting Pregnant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N979: Female infertility, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    What procedures does Dr. Hanson perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hanson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
    • Continuous Sciatic Nerve Pain Block
    • Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Thigh Nerve Block
    • Continuous Pain Relief Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Sciatic Nerve Block (Continuous)
    • Pain Pump for Sciatica
    • Fascial plane block for leg pain
    • Lower extremity nerve injection
    • Leg pain block with imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
    • 64446: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Hanson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hanson 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. Hanson accept in Houston, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Boyd Gaming

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Memorial Hermann

    • State of Tennessee

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hanson's office located?

    Dr. George Hanson's Primary Practice

    6565 Fannin St

    Houston, TX 77030

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    Dr. George Hanson's Practice 2

    1500 Citywest Blvd Ste 300

    Houston, TX 77042

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    Dr. George Hanson's Practice 3

    921 Gessner Rd

    Houston, TX 77024

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    What is Dr. Hanson's NPI number?An 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 1346227147.

    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. George Hanson's specialty?

    Dr. Hanson is a Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Hanson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hanson is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, Memorial Hermann Katy 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is George Hanson accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

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

    Does Dr. George Hanson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Hanson?

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Hanson have?

    Dr. George Hanson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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