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Dr. Ronald Hanson, MD

Saint Cloud, MN

36 Years of Experience

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    Who is Dr. Hanson, Otolaryngologist in Saint Cloud, MN?

    Dr. Ronald Hanson, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Saint Cloud, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Hanson graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Otolaryngology. Dr. Hanson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanson’s office at (320) 252-0233.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Otolaryngology

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Hanson board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Hanson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    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 Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hanson typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, 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:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Having Ear Tubes
    • Tympanostomy tubes
    • Grommets
    • Ventilation tubes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hanson typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, 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:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)

    Also known as:

    • Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
    • Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
    • Vocal Cord Exam
    • Throat Scope with Strobe Light
    • Voice Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
    • DISE Procedure
    • Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
    • Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
    • Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea

    CPT Codes:

    • 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic

    Does Dr. Hanson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (320) 252-0233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hanson accept in Saint Cloud, MN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthPartners

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medica Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hanson's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Hanson's Primary Practice

    1528 Northway Dr

    Saint Cloud, MN 56303

    (320) 252-0233

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    Dr. Ronald Hanson's Practice 2

    815 2nd St SE

    Little Falls, MN 56345

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    Dr. Ronald Hanson's Practice 3

    425 Elm St N

    Sauk Centre, MN 56378

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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 1972564987.

    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. Ronald Hanson's specialty?

    Dr. Hanson is a Otolaryngologist near Saint Cloud, MN.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

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

    No, Hanson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Cloud Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Ronald Hanson accepting new patients in Saint Cloud, MN?

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

    Does Dr. Ronald Hanson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office at (320) 252-0233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ronald Hanson?

    Please contact Dr. Hanson's office at (320) 252-0233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Hanson have?

    Dr. Ronald Hanson is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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