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Dr. Eric Hanson, MD

Anesthesiologist

Asheville, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hanson, Anesthesiologist in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Eric Hanson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hanson graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Hanson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanson’s office at (828) 213-2250.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | University Of Va Med Center | University of Virginia Program

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hanson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hanson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
    • G8912: Acute post-thoracotomy pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hanson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    Does Dr. Hanson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 213-2250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Hanson's office located?

    Dr. Eric Hanson's Primary Practice

    509 Biltmore Ave

    Asheville, NC 28801

    (828) 213-2250

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    Dr. Eric Hanson's Practice 2

    415 N Center St Ste 201

    Hickory, NC 28601

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hanson affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hanson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Caldwell Memorial Hospital,Lenoir, NC

    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 1124008321.

    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. Eric Hanson's specialty?

    Dr. Hanson is an Anesthesiologist near Asheville, NC.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hanson is affiliated with Mission 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Eric Hanson accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Hanson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office at (828) 213-2250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Hanson?

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office at (828) 213-2250 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hanson's office located?

    Dr. Hanson's offices are located in Asheville, NC and Hickory, NC.