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Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD

Accepting New Patients

(666 Ratings)

Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

Penn State College of Medicine

Professional interests include: anxiety, hay fever (allergic rhinitis), gastroenteritis, and more.

12910 Totem Lake Boulevard Northeast Suite 101
Kirkland, WA 98034

(425) 814-5000

Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD is an internist in Kirkland, WA specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine). He graduated from Penn State College of Medicine. Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD is affiliated with Providence and Swedish Medical Center.

Office Locations

12910 Totem Lake Boulevard Northeast Suite 101
Kirkland, WA 98034

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Some issues Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Mononucleosis (Mono)

Mononucleosis, frequently called ''mono,'' is a viral infection that causes fatigue, fever, swollen lymph glands, and sore throat. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), spread through saliva, is the primary virus that leads to mono. Mono is most common in teenagers and young adults, where EBV is often transmitted through kissing or sharing drinks. For this reason, mono is colloquially referred to as ''the kissing disease.'' Mononucleosis usually resolves on its own; however, recovery from mono can take from several days to several weeks. Some young adults may continue to experience extreme fatigue from mono for months, often requiring a semester home from school.

Mononucleosis happens in three stages:

During the initial stage, those with mono may experience few symptoms as EBV replicates in the body. Symptoms such as headaches and body aches are often misattributed to allergies or stress. People with mono may continue performing their daily activities and attending school, leading to increased transmission of the virus to others. The initial stage lasts for about five to fourteen days.

During the acute stage, mono symptoms intensify and may include the enlargement of the spleen, a sore throat, fatigue, liver issues, and skin rashes. The mono infection is at its worst in this stage.

Lastly, the convalescent stage is when recovery begins. This period of healing can last from two to six months.

Mono can be detected by a physical exam; physicians can diagnose mono by checking for inflamed lymph nodes, tonsils, or spleens. Blood antibody tests may also help diagnose mono by revealing antibodies in the blood that were formed as a response to the Epstein-Barr virus. Elevated levels of white blood cells can also suggest that a patient has mono.

There are no medications specifically for mono or the Epstein-Barr virus, and patients are advised to rest and avoid strenuous exercise. Drinking plenty of fluids, eating a healthy diet, and taking anti-inflammatory ibuprofen (motrin) may also help people who are afflicted with mono feel better.

People with mono should take precautions to avoid spreading the condition to others. They can prevent infection by not sharing glasses, food, and utensils with others until they fully recover.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2012 were preventive care, vaccines, X-rays and thoracic (chest) imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	640
ear procedures	16
preventive care	29
thoracic (chest) imaging	19
vaccines	29
X-rays	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2013 were preventive care, vaccines, X-rays and thoracic (chest) imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	581
preventive care	39
thoracic (chest) imaging	17
vaccines	39
X-rays	17

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	77

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	162
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2013

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	28
Dementia	14
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2014 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	553
preventive care	31
vaccines	31

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	164
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2014

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Dementia	14
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2015 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	551
preventive care	128
vaccines	128

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	212
Female	190

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	364
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	148
From 75 to 84	142
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2015

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Dementia	14
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2016 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	555
preventive care	83
vaccines	83

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	117
Female	97

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	185
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2016

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	25
Dementia	12
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2017 were preventive care, vaccines, X-rays and thoracic (chest) imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	522
preventive care	86
thoracic (chest) imaging	19
vaccines	86
X-rays	19

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	183
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2017

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	24
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2018 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	463
preventive care	91
vaccines	91

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	119
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	173
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	16
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	69
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2018

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	10
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2019 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	436
preventive care	54
vaccines	54

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	126
Female	75

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	168
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2019

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	24
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2020 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	328
preventive care	43
vaccines	43

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	104
Female	66

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	140
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2020

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA during 2021 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	333
preventive care	22
vaccines	22

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	136
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	61
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2021

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	322

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	114
Female	50

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	137
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	13
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD in 2022

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	20
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated as an internist in Kirkland, WA were preventive care, vaccines, X-rays and thoracic (chest) imaging.

doctor visit	480
ear procedures	16
preventive care	60
thoracic (chest) imaging	18
vaccines	60
X-rays	18

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	78

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	7
Non-Hispanic White	164
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	2

**Age**
75 to 84	66
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	79

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD graduated from Penn State College of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Preventive Medicine, Public Health and General Preventive Medicine and has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: Penn State College of Medicine

Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals (1994)

Board Certification: American Board of Preventive Medicine, Public Health and General Preventive Medicine

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Swedish Medical Center

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna Medicare PPO, Carelon PPO, Premera, Evernorth PPO, Premera HMO, First Choice PPO and Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO

Aetna PPO

CIGNA PPO

Medicare Advantage

HealthSmart

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

United Healthcare Medicaid

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

United Healthcare PPO

Providence

Humana HMO

Kaiser Permanente

Aetna Medicare PPO

Carelon PPO

Premera

Evernorth PPO

Premera HMO

First Choice PPO

Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 666 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Kirkland, WA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-12-23

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Hanson is amazing he knows the medical issues that I'm dealing with and it says though I had seen him the day before because his retention of information is excellent. He's very efficient up-to-date on all new medical trends, vaccinations, Covid, etc. he make sure that I'm aware of the test and other medical procedures so I remember to follow through. Dr. Hanson is a very kind person. He takes interest in his patience and explains to them in a care plan that would best enhance their life and health he's very pro active with preventative health measures all I can say is more than that is that he's perfect. Pacific Medical Center is lucky to have him and so are his patience. He's helped me so much and he explains things in a way that I can understand. Them. He is the best. Thank you Dr. Hanson.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-09-27

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Kai Hansen is very perceptive, efficient and I feel he is the best primary care physician I've had. When I read his after visit notes they are spot on and he accurately documents even the nuances of my questions. I think that is a very rare skill to be able to piece together a patients ramblings into a cohesive dialog. I am also impressed by PacMed as a group and hope that my perception is accurate. My feeling is that they treat their entire team with respect and are looking to retain the best staff knowing that is a better business model. Please keep it up and make sure all the outstanding care providers stay onboard so I can have continuity in my care.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-11-17

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Dr Hansen is an excellent physician. He is caring, attentive, and motivated to get you optimized on your healthcare journey in a way that is sustainable for his patients. His careful and encouraging manner lends itself to a deeper, more satisfying connection with a primary physician that is frankly hard to find these days. On one visit, Dr Hansen was able to look into my chronic care needs, order lab tests for an emerging condition, and even addressed a complex ear condition that would have been extremely bothersome to resolve if I had to go to multiple doctors. I recommend Dr Hansen to all my friends.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-02-08

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My wife and I consider our choice of Pacific Medical one of the very best decisions we ever made. We have been with Pac Med for decades and as we have aged we appreciate even more the wonderful doctors and staff and the level of services provided. Thank you for your top quality care and for making medical care so convenient and easy to manage. It gives us great comfort to know that truly great doctors like Dr. Hansen are there when we need them. Thank you for all you do.Ctor

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-07-02

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When I express my nervousness about the condition I am in Dr Hansen and team, help me both medically and emotionally. I expect great medical care, but the emotion help is so important to me and they are amazing and appear to go above and beyond to help. I can't thank them enough for the time and willingness to read into that. If I wasn't really happy with my current primary doctor I would try to switch even though Dr. Hansen is an hour plus drive for me.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-09-04

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Over the past 3 decades I have always been treated with the respect, and compassion. My concerns and needs are addressed with understanding and knowledge, then acted apon with the urgency needed to install years of trust. As well as being able say that everything the doctors, nurses, and support staff have done on my behalf. It makes me feel and believe that my best interests and health have always been at the center of there concerns for me.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-12-02

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I have been seeing this provider for many years, and all my experiences have been good. He is familiar with my medical/health history; always listens carefully to any health issues or concerns I may present to him; always responds to my concerns or questions with clear, easy to understand feedback; and explains and prescribes options for treatment and other guidance as appropriate; and follows up, as necessary.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-12-06

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Dr Hansen, the nursing staff and the lab technicians are great. They are always kind and considerate and treat you with respect. They answer all questions clearly and are honest if there is no good answer or solution to a problem. I trust them and I am happy to have them on my care team!Would be nice if we could get appointments sooner. But I understand that the clinic is busy serving a lot of users.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-01-20

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Best primary care physician I have ever had. He seems very knowledgeable, well informed and up to date on current medical issues and recommendations. he doesn't over react or under react to any potential issues I bring him. He listens very well, makes sure I understand any pros and cons of potential treatment options, and has set a schedule for visiits that lets us course correct as needed.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-12-27

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Dr. Hansen has been my primary doctor for 20 consecutive years and we have developed a pretty good sense of humor about his keeping me going pretty well for a now 85 yr old guy and I appreciate his "tough love" with humor since I am still very active and hope that I continue to be . . . Guess that means that he has done a pretty good job over a fairly long period of time.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Eric Kai Hansen, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Stryker Corporation	$103 Mako $103
HOLOGIC INC	$46 tomosynthesis $46
Egalet US Inc	$13 Sprix $13

**Types of Payments**
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Biography

The average patient rating for Dr. Eric Hansen is 5.0 stars (out of 5). His areas of expertise include alcohol abuse, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and runner's knee (patellofemoral syndrome). Dr. Hansen's hospital/clinic affiliations include Providence, PacMed Clinics, and Swedish Medical Center. He can take United Healthcare PPO, HealthSmart, Aetna, and more. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact Dr. Hansen's office in Kirkland, WA. After attending Penn State College of Medicine and MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine, he completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Washington and a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Davis.