Uel Hansen, M.D.
NPI 1538215447 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Kennewick, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Uel Hansen, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Kennewick, WA (NPI 1538215447).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538215447
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD60628502 (WA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,090 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 456 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 243 | $87 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 217 | $70 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 180 | $45 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 159 | $1,191 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 269 | 149 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 237 | 113 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 179 | 111 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 176 | 132 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 81 | 52 |
| Meloxicam | 63 | 23 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,406 across 35 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-25
- Last updated
- 2019-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Uel Hansen's NPI number?
- Uel Hansen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538215447, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Uel Hansen's specialty?
- Uel Hansen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Uel Hansen located?
- Uel Hansen's practice location on file with NPPES is 6703 W Rio Grande Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336-2623.
- What is Uel Hansen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Uel Hansen is (509) 460-5588.
- Does Uel Hansen accept Medicare?
- Uel Hansen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Uel Hansen's NPI active?
- Yes — Uel Hansen's NPI (1538215447) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.