George R Hanson, MD
George R Hanson is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Minneapolis, MN with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
George R Hanson, MD specializes in orthopaedic surgery, serving patients in Minneapolis, MN in group practice. Trained at Rush Medical College of Rush University (class of 2011), he has been practicing for over 15 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and mood disorders (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.43/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 83% of doctors in Minnesota on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.43/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
Better than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in MinnesotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better27.43%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+22.3 pts)
27.43% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.8%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
73
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
46
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
113
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Arthritis, and Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$62 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to George R Hanson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
Rush Medical College
Board certified · Jan 30, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Education & Training
Rush Medical College of Rush University (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1623
Differs from practice location
Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With George R Hanson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with George R Hanson for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Minneapolis required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George R Hanson
Dr. Hanson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (612) 873-6963.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
715 S 8th St, Minneapolis, MN 55404-1210
Mailing Address
701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1623
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