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Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD

Accepting New Patients

(381 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine

Professional interests include: pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, endocrine surgery, and more.

3445 Pacific Coast Highway Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90505

(310) 825-7375

Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD is an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine. Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD is affiliated with Torrance Memorial and UCLA Health.

Office Locations

Torrance Memorial

3445 Pacific Coast Highway Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90505

(310) 326-2236

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757 Westwood Plaza Suite 7501
Los Angeles, CA 90095

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Some issues Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD can help you with:

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

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	38

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	22
doctor visit	224
hospital care	120
inpatient care	120

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	82
Black	0
Hispanic	23
Asian	15
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	23
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	65
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	80
doctor visit	347
hospital care	106
inpatient care	106

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	127

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	118
Black	15
Hispanic	29
Asian	24
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	23
Less than 65	48

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2014

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	60
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2015 were lab tests, diabetes management and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	24
diabetes management	27
doctor visit	138
lab tests	27

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	136

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	124
Black	0
Hispanic	34
Asian	42
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2015

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	66
Dementia	11
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2016 were lab tests, diabetes management, preventive care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	29
diabetes management	411
doctor visit	449
lab tests	411
neck imaging	15
preventive care	178
ultrasound (sonogram)	15

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	80
Black	20
Hispanic	15
Asian	84
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	31
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	75
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2017 were lab tests, diabetes management, preventive care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	47
diabetes management	601
doctor visit	733
lab tests	601
neck imaging	27
preventive care	286
ultrasound (sonogram)	27

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	126
Female	210

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	147
Black	20
Hispanic	32
Asian	112
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	147
From 75 to 84	115
85 and over	42
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	68
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2018 were lab tests, diabetes management, preventive care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	99
diabetes management	408
doctor visit	749
lab tests	408
neck imaging	20
preventive care	262
ultrasound (sonogram)	20
vaccines	13

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	150
Female	245

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	174
Black	26
Hispanic	44
Asian	119
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	174
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	47
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	70
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2019 were preventive care, lab tests, diabetes management and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	119
diabetes management	184
doctor visit	654
lab tests	307
neck imaging	30
preventive care	321
ultrasound (sonogram)	30
vaccines	14

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	120
Female	252

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	177
Black	13
Hispanic	43
Asian	114
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	170
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	53
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	64
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2020 were preventive care, lab tests, diabetes management and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	161
diabetes management	162
doctor visit	618
lab tests	244
neck imaging	29
preventive care	255
ultrasound (sonogram)	29
vaccines	11

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	235

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	151
Black	14
Hispanic	39
Asian	113
Other	31
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	160
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	45
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2020

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	61
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2021 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	115
diabetes management	187
doctor visit	765
lab tests	203
neck imaging	29
preventive care	203
ultrasound (sonogram)	29

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	249

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	157
Black	15
Hispanic	39
Asian	131
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	159
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	48
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2021

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	61
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA during 2022 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	125
doctor visit	774
lab tests	125
neck imaging	28
preventive care	125
ultrasound (sonogram)	28

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	128
Female	252

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	164
Black	14
Hispanic	37
Asian	124
Other	41
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	41
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	28
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	63
Dementia	5
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Torrance, CA were lab tests, diabetes management, preventive care and hospital care.

blood draw	77
diabetes management	263
doctor visit	499
hospital care	113
inpatient care	113
lab tests	290
neck imaging	25
preventive care	232
ultrasound (sonogram)	25
vaccines	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD.

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	175

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	12
Asian / Pacific Islander	79
Non-Hispanic White	124
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	30
Other	19

**Age**
75 to 84	86
85 and over	32
Less than 65	30
65 to 74	116

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	17
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	59
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD graduated from MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine. She completed residency at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine

Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine (2010)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Torrance Memorial

UCLA Health

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. Jennifer Young Han, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Cigna, TRICARE, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Centivo, Health Net of California and UFCM Health System.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Cigna

TRICARE

Aetna

Blue Shield of California

MultiPlan

UnitedHealthcare

Anthem

Medicare Advantage

Prime Health

First Health

HealthSmart

Centivo

Health Net of California

UFCM Health System

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 381 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jennifer Young Han, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Torrance, CA.

4.99

Overall Rating

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-03-21

I've had type 1 diabetes for 30 years and this endocrinologist has been the kindest, nicest, most understanding and easy to work with in my time thus far. Knowledgeable about all the tech, helpful with suggestions and trends, and more importantly, sincerely kind with bedside manner. Easy to get in touch with staff and fairly typical turn-around times on things that I need like refills/medical prior auth etc.

General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$242 FARXIGA $113	$129
Novo Nordisk Inc	$136 Ozempic $71	$65
AbbVie, Inc.	$125 Humira $125
Dexcom, Inc.	$118 DEXCOM G6 TRANSMITTER $118
Horizon Therapeutics plc	$112 TEPEZZA $112
Other	$191 Rebif $103	NATPARA (PARATHYROID HORMONE) $62	Omnipod $14	$12

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$847
Education	$76

Biography

Dr. Jennifer Han is a physician who specializes in adult endocrinology. Patients gave Dr. Han an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Her areas of expertise include the following: diabetes, thyroid problems, and pituitary disorders. She can take Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Blue California, and more. After completing medical school at MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine, Dr. Han performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She has received the following distinction: Southern California Rising Stars. She is conversant in Korean. Her professional affiliations include UCLA Health and Torrance Memorial. Dr. Han's practice in Torrance, CA is open to new patients as reported by UCLA Health.