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Patricia J Hansen

Patricia J Hansen, MD

Internal Medicine

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Patricia J Hansen

Biography/ Philosophy of Care

Patricia J. Hansen, M.D., earned a medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla. Dr. Hansen completed her residency at the University of Louisville and is board certified in internal medicine.

Locations

  1. Norton Community Medical Associates - Audubon

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Veterans Affairs Medical Center-Louisville, Internal Medicine, 1996
  • Medical Education: New York Medical College, Doctor of Medicine, 1993

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1996

Insurance

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is in network.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Indiana Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • Anthem Pathway
  • Anthem Pathway Transition
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Humana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare Medicare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

483 ratings, 162 reviews

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Provider gave easy to understand instruction
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Dr Hansen is such a kind, but professional Doctor. She listens to your concerns and finds the best way to address them. She has been my Doctor for many years. I couldn't ask for a better, caring Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Always good experience!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Very thorough and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    Dr Hansen listens to you and takes the time to really understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Dr. Hansen is always compassionate and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Dr. Hanson is a very caring person Lab lady was perfect X-ray tech was great I was in and out with all concerns taken care of

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Dr. Hansen has been our family doctor for many many years. Can't imagine how we would ever replace her. She has given us such excellent care and she listens.!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    Dr Hansen is a fabulous doctor. She is so kind to me. Listens and takes care of me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Love Dr.Trish Hansen and her new medical assistant was very professional and nice .im sure she has a pretty smile,her eyes were friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr. Hansen is a excellent doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    The best like always

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    I have been going to Dr. Hansen for over 25 years. I think Dr. Hansen is one of the best Doctors l've been to. She is very knowledgeable. I feel very fortunate to have her for my Doctor. She is very easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Remembers information from past visits.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Great listener. Very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    Dr. Hansen is very personable, professional, and knowledgeable. She was very patient and answered all of the many questions I had. She has provided excellent care for my family for many, many years.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    Love her!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Dr. Hansen is always warm and kind when I come for follow up. She listens without interruption. She takes the time to explain test results and doesn't make you feel ignorant. Would always recommend her to friends and family.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Excellent provider. Always has my best interests in mind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Great doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Dr Hansen is the best DR I have ever had! My entire family is working on moving to DR Hansen because she listens to you and takes care of you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Love Dr Hansen. She's awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    I've been blessed to have her taking good care of me for many years. Caring, listens and takes with you. Attends to your concerns right away.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2025

    Dr Hansen is a wonderful person and doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Dr. Hansen is the best provider I have! She is always on top of all my issues and ready to help me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Dr Hansen is wonderful!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    My doctor does an excellent job in taking of me and my needs

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Dr H is great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Dr. Hansen has provided life saving care to me on numerous occasions over the past few years. She diagnosed my diabetes, vocal cord cancer, and stage 3 kidney disease. She treated or referred me to specialist that provided great care to control my diseases.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    Dr. Hansen is a very special physician. She is extremely attentive, respectful, knowledgeable and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    Dr. Hansen is through, caring. X she listens and explains everything in a very reasonable and professional manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Dr Hansen is always amazing. The lab did an excellent job taking blood.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Excellent Dr. Have seen her for many years

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Dr. Hansen is so caring and compassionate She helps me be my best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/29/2025

    Dr Hansen is the best doctor I've ever had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Dr. Hansen is a wonderful person and very compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Dr Hansen and her staff are the best I have ever been to!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Always excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    I don't live close, but I choose to drive an hour each way because this physician provides exceptional, patient-centered care. She consistently delivers the kind of thoughtful, thorough care that's nearly impossible these days to find. She listens, she explains, and she genuinely cares. She has earned my trust, and I'm grateful for the quality of care I receive from her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Always 5 Star

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Love dr Patricia she is the best physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Everyone was very nice and friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Dr Hansen and her staff are the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Very caring about her patient'.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    Dr Hansen is the best doctor. She is knowledgeable, considerate and compassionate. I would recommend her to anyone!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    My provider is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    I really appreciate my provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Love Dr Hansen always so kind an professional so thankful for her she always explains things so well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Dr. Hansen is very courteous, caring and sweet as ever. I've been with her for 20 years and I wouldn't trade her for anyone else. She is THE best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr. Hansen is amazing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Dr. Hansen took an abundance of time with me regarding my overall health concerns, and also took the time to get to know me better. One of the best, and probably the best, experience I can recall having with a doctor, and at my age that's saying a lot.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Very excellent DR

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    I have a my Dr for over 25 years and love her. She is very nice & listens to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Been my GP for appx 30 years

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    Best provider ever in my opinion!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    I drive from nashville tenn to dee hrrshe

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    She is very caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Dr. Hansen and Michael are the best!!!!!!! They are professional, yet provide personalized care, including maintaining the dignity of each patient. The respect for individuals they give is very much appreciated.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    I feel comfortable with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Excellent care, always listens to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    It's important that my health care provider understands c.p.t.s.d and can make compromises with me for my care and she does that, I content with my doctor's both physical and mental care for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Very good DR .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Very knowledgeable and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Dr. Hansen has a calming and nurturing presence that naturally puts me at ease. She thoroughly addresses all of my concerns, and applauds me for advocating for myself (rather than making me feel like an inconvenience). I trust her knowledge and judgment entirely. I do not know what I would do without her consistently caring for my overall well-being.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    I've been a patient of Dr Hansen's for a long time, she is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    She's the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Have always received excellent care from Dr Hansen and staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Dr Hansen and her assistant Michael are great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Dr Hansen is wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    I have the best doctor you could ask for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    Dr Hansen is fantastic

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    She is a great doctor, I have been with her for years

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    They were great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Excellent provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Great doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Great doctor. Would recommend her to my immediate family and friends.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Dr. Hansen is such a lovely person and a kind, thorough and caring dr! So blessed that she was s my PCP! Thank you Dr Hansen!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Dr. Hansen should be cloned. Her nurses are awesome. Everyone who came through that door were awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Patricia Hansen is the best!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Dr. Hansen is excellent. She took time to inquire about my general health and prescribed tests necessary to confirm my health situation. She was thorough, patient and related better than any Internist I have had in the last 20 years.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Dr Hansen is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Dr Trish is the absolute best that there is !!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Dr. Hansen's office is always very professional very courteous and always looking out for the patient's concerns and well-being

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Very kind place to be seen.Very good working staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    Doctor Hansen is the best,she cares about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Dr. Trish is Amazing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Dr Hansen is an excellent doctor who I would trust with my family.(and I have)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Dr.Hansen is professional, knowledgeable and empathetic. She is a great person who cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    She is exceptional and has ALWAYS been amazing and kind to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    This provider and medical assistant were very respectful, professional and pleasant.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Dr. Hansen is the best physician I've seen in the past 13 years.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    The team that Dr Hansen has is very skilled, and friendly. You can tell they've been together for a long time as things run very smoothly and efficiently. Don't make the same mistakes that other companies do and try to make something that's really great, better...Don't fix what is not broke.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Dr Hanson is sincerely concerned about her patients. She never rushes when she enters the room & is very thorough with questions & answers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    She always sits down and takes time to answer questions and is never rushed to get out of the room. It makes you feel like you're very important to her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    I love her!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    I routinely travel 2 hours round trip to be cared for by this provider. She is an exceptional physician, and pretty wonderful in the human being department.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr. Hansen and Michael made this experience personal and safe. I felt they both look out for my physical and mental health. Dr. Hansen is the epitome of a compassionate physician. Her care and true concern are second to none.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Dr Hansen is professional,knowledgeable, and empathetic with her patients. I've gone to her for over 20 years and would recommend her to anyone who wants a great doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Friendly, caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    Would not go to any other doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Only will see Dr Hansen

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    Dr. Hansen, is a wonderful Dr. She is kind very smart and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    Dr. Hansen is a wonderful doctor who listens carefully to everything I say and never rushes through my appointments.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    Dr. Hansen is very good, and she cares about her patients

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Excellent care as always

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Been coming here for years and always satisfied with my experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Very helpful and showed concern for my well being.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Dr. Patricia Hansen is one of the most caring doctors I have ever had. I've recommended several family members to her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Dr Hansen & [...] are awesome. Careing, prepared & thorough every visir. I'm 87 & they work hard to ensure my quality of life has the best possible chance to continue into the future. I love both of them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Excellent provider!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Dr. Hansen and her assistant, [...] are absolutely the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Can we rate her and her nurse 10+ or 11? They are awesome,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    She's professional and the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    I have been seeing Dr Hansen for over 25 yrs. She knows and remembers all offmy major illnesses. We have la veery respectful relationship. She is the best Doctor I have seen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Love Dr.Trish!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    Been with this provider 8 yrs and we have a good relationship

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Dr Hansen is an excellent & caring provider, as well as a genuinely good person. She is easy to talk to, listens carefully, & responds thoughtfully. I trust her & am fortunate she is my primary physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    I'm Blessed to have Dr. Hansen as my provider as well as her Team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Always there to answer my questions and I appreciate her time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Another great visit with Dr. Hansen and her assistant [...]

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Dr. Patricia Hanson is the bes!. She genuine cares for your health and well-being and makes you feel like you're important to her and that means everything in the world. I highly recommend her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Always very nice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr. Hansen is a wonderful and caring doctor and I am grateful that she is my primary care physician!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Dr Hansen and her staff are wonderful!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Dr Hansen is a caring and amazing person, she actually listens to me and answers any questions I have. She is truly a great physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    My entire family see this provider at my recommendation. I think that says it all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    I, and my family (and others with whom we have spoken), have been treated by Dr. Hansen for more years than I will admit (decades). As a RN, I know and experienced the quality of physicians in various levels of practice, she is at the top as a PCP. She listens, she cares, she takes the time to resolve any problem you have. Her nurse is also so inclined.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Been seeing Dr. Hansen for over 25 years. Very knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Dr. Hansen is always a compassionate professional. She is informed medically to provide excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Dr Hansen is a caring, knowledgeable, helpful, Doctor. She takes as much time with you as you need. She answers all my questions and makes suggestions to help me be healthier.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    I am so blessed to have her for a provider. She is the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    Love Dr. Hansen

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    Staff has always been very courteous and helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2025

    She is a very good Doctor. Been going to her for a long time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    The very best in the world

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Very satisfied Very satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    She is a caring provider very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Excellent as always

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Dr. Patricia Hansen is the best. That's why I keep coming back to see her time and time again for years and years

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Dr Hansen always listens intently and asks clarifying questions before actual physical exam. She explains her preferred plan of care for my situation and we work together to coordinate that plan effectively

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    She shows she cares about not only my physical health but also my mental health, witch in my case helps my over all health, I also feel she is becoming more honest with me when I have questions, I respect that and need it from my Dr, The honesty I received from my doctor helps me to make a better decision for My physical and mental health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2025

    Dr.Hansen and her assistant are always very friendly and polite. Always nice to see them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    I've been using this doctor in her office for over 20 years. It's the best in the town.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr. Hansen is an excellent. She is knowledgeable, amiable, and geniunely listens to you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    I love Dr. Pat and all the staff. Always kind, helpful and patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Dr Hansen is the most caring and thoughtful provider I have ever had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    I never had a problem with her she is always helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Love Dr. Hansen 's work with me and my daughter, we have seen her for years , even before she was here.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Great doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Dr. Hansen is a caring professional who I respect and appreciate. She demonstrates thoughtful knowledge toward any one issue I might bring up to her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    She is a singular asset to Norton Healthcare. I have met and talked with others whose family members are her patients and all have praised the quality of care that they receive from her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Dr. Hansen is our trusted family physician. My mother, wife, and myself all are thankful to have Dr. Hansen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    I always have a great experience at this office. You all do a great job. Very prompt, concerned, thorough, and clean! Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Dr Hansen is an excellent doctor. She always listens and is a compassionate caregiver.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    I have no complaints about Norton Healthcare, my doctor nor staff. They are always ready to answer any questions I may have and are always very pleasant.