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Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD

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(536 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

Medical College of Georgia (2014)

Professional interests include: knee replacement, hip replacement, replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement)

171 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29425

(843) 792-1414

Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD is an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Charleston, SC specializing in adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. He graduated from Medical College of Georgia in 2014 and has 11 years of experience. Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD is affiliated with MUSC Health, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and UNIVERSITY MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF THE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROL.

Office Locations

109 Bee Street Ralph H. Johnson Vamc (534)
Charleston, SC 29401

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171 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29425

(843) 792-1414

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MUSC Health

2060 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard 1st Floor
Charleston, SC 29407

(843) 876-0111

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5500 Front Street Suite 340
Summerville, SC 29483

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Some issues Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD can help you with:

Hip Replacement

Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.

The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:

Partial hip replacement, which is generally recommended in the case of hip fractures or other hip injuries. If a patient is having a partial hip replacement, only the hip ball will be replaced.
Total hip replacement, which is often used to treat the hip joint when it has become damaged due to arthritis. Both the hip socket and hip ball are replaced.
Hip resurfacing, which is usually performed for younger patients. A hip resurfacing procedure reshapes the hip ball and only replaces its surface. This preserves more bone and makes future surgeries easier. If a patient is having a partial hip resurfacing, only the hip ball is resurfaced and replaced. If a patient is having a total hip resurfacing, the hip socket will be replaced as well.

During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.

Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated as an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Charleston, SC during 2019 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

joint surgery	22
lower extremity surgery	22
reconstructive surgery	22

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	27

**Age**
From 65 to 74	22
From 75 to 84	16
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated as an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Charleston, SC during 2020 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery, lower extremity surgery and aspiration.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	23
doctor visit	143
injections	23
joint surgery	30
lower extremity surgery	30
reconstructive surgery	30

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	107

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	143
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	97
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	14
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated as an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Charleston, SC during 2021 were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	81
doctor visit	664
injections	81
joint surgery	50
lower extremity surgery	50
reconstructive surgery	50

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	194
Female	261

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	342
Black	88
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	252
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	26
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated as an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Charleston, SC during 2022 were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	114
doctor visit	775
injections	114
joint surgery	67
lower extremity surgery	67
reconstructive surgery	67

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	184
Female	295

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	400
Black	53
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	270
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	35
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	25
Dementia	5
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated as an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Charleston, SC during 2023 were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	140
doctor visit	801
injections	140
joint surgery	82
lower extremity surgery	82
reconstructive surgery	82

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	211
Female	312

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	422
Black	80
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	267
From 75 to 84	176
85 and over	23
Less than 65	57

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	25
Dementia	4
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2019 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated as an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Charleston, SC were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

aspiration	89
doctor visit	595
injections	89
joint surgery	50
lower extremity surgery	50
reconstructive surgery	50

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2019 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	136
Female	200

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	44
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	261
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	99
85 and over	19
Less than 65	34
65 to 74	181

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD From 2019 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	26
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	9
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD graduated from Medical College of Georgia in 2014. He has a state license in Missouri.

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia (2014)

Licensed In: Missouri

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MUSC Health

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

UNIVERSITY MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF THE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROL

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. Erik James Hansen, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Medicare, Aetna Medicare, Great-West Healthcare, WellCare, Community Care Network (CCN), United Healthcare, TRICARE, Employers Health Network, Medicaid, Humana, Coventry, Cigna, Blue Choice, First Health, MedCost, Molina Healthcare, Group Health Plan (GHP), Medicare A & B (Traditional Medicare), Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan for South Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Blue (PPC), BCBS Blue Essentials (Marketplace), Aetna (Preferred Provider Organization), Blue Cross Blue Shield Planned Administrators, First Choice/Select Health (NEIC), Absolute Total Care (NEIC), Clover Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare, Aetna (Open Choice), AllWell by Absolute Total Care, Aetna (Managed Choice), Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal (FEP), Ambetter from Absolute Total Care (Marketplace), First Choice Next and Aetna (Exclusive Choice).

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Medicare

Aetna Medicare

Great-West Healthcare

WellCare

Community Care Network (CCN)

United Healthcare

TRICARE

Employers Health Network

Medicaid

Humana

Coventry

Cigna

Blue Choice

First Health

MedCost

Molina Healthcare

Group Health Plan (GHP)

Medicare A & B (Traditional Medicare)

Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan for South Carolina

Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Blue (PPC)

BCBS Blue Essentials (Marketplace)

Aetna (Preferred Provider Organization)

Blue Cross Blue Shield Planned Administrators

First Choice/Select Health (NEIC)

Absolute Total Care (NEIC)

Clover Health

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare

Aetna (Open Choice)

AllWell by Absolute Total Care

Aetna (Managed Choice)

Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal (FEP)

Ambetter from Absolute Total Care (Marketplace)

First Choice Next

Aetna (Exclusive Choice)

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 536 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Charleston, SC.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Smith+Nephew, Inc.	$79,918 REAL INTELLIGENCE $39,663	REDAPT $15,132	RI Hip Navigation $6,474	LEGION TKS $3,878	Tandem $3,547	Other $11,223
Elite Orthopedics, LLC	$1,434 $1,434
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$565 AQUAMANTYS $506	PlasmaBlade $59
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.	$460 ATTUNE $325	NA $135
Stryker Corporation	$408 T2 $408
Other	$566 VAC ULTA $211	Avenir $134	MACI $96	ACTIS $89	VISTASEAL $16	Other $20

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$56,194
Travel and Lodging	$16,814
Food and Beverage	$8,908
Education	$1,434

Research Payments

Dr. Erik James Hansen, MD has received 24 research payments totaling $258,422.

Biography

Dr. Erik Hansen is a specialist in adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. He works in Charleston, SC and Summerville, SC. He attended medical school at Medical College of Georgia. He has a special interest in hip replacement and knee replacement. Dr. Hansen's average rating from his patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He can take Blue California, Coventry, Employers Health Network, and more. His hospital/clinic affiliations include MUSC Health and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. MUSC Health reports that Dr. Hansen is accepting new patients at his office in Charleston, SC.