Hans P. Olsen
Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions

Overview

Dr. Olsen is a board-certified and fellowship-trained sports orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow. His clinical interests include arthroscopic shoulder, elbow, hip and knee surgery. Dr. Olsen attended Brown University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at the University of Virginia Medical Center. He completed his fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Rochester. Dr. Olsen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine. He is the team physician for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Dr. Olsen is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Brown University Program In Medicine, 1999 - Doctor Of Medicine

Residency

University of Virginia Medical Center, 2004

Specialties

Sports Medicine
Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery In Orthopaedic Surgery And Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Fellowships

University of Rochester Affiliated Hospitals, 2005

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Geisinger Healthplex Center Point - Orthopaedics
1201 Oak Street, Pittston, PA 18640

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hans P. Olsen

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hans P. Olsen?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Hans P. Olsen by calling their office at 570-808-9800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Hans P. Olsen a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hans P. Olsen is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Hans P. Olsen specialize in?

While Dr. Hans P. Olsen is a Sports Medicine, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sports Medicine.

Does Dr. Hans P. Olsen participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Hans P. Olsen has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Hans P. Olsen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Hans P. Olsen accept my insurance?

Dr. Hans P. Olsen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-808-9800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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