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Dr. Eric C. Hu, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Pasadena, California

Dr. Eric C. Hu, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Pasadena, California
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1386846939· License: A84577 (CA) verify
Medical school: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University · Graduated 1997
Industry payments (2024): $2,880 across 15 payments (what this means)
3.98(25 ratings)
Dr. Eric C. Hu, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Pasadena, California

Premiere Plastic Surgery - Pasadena

1044 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Ste. 101, California

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

About

Dr. Eric C. Hu is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon practicing in Pasadena, CA. He's affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Huntington Hospital, St. Mary Medical Center-Long Beach, and USC. Dr. Hu's expertise spans a wide range of cosmetic procedures, including Brazilian Butt Lifts, breast augmentation, rhinoplasty, and tummy tucks. A graduate of Harvard College and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Hu has over 26 years of experience and a strong research background in biomechanics, wound healing, and flap survival. While pricing information isn't available, prospective patients can call (626) 768-4418 for a consultation.

Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

Select a service to schedule an appointment · each is approximately 60 minutes

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$2,880

Payments

15

Compared to peers

Moderate

Dr. Eric C. Hu received $2,880 across 15 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 71% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as debt forgiveness, and the largest single payer was Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems Inc..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. Eric C. Hu, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Breast Implant Removal

$5,000

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Patient Experience

Dr. Eric C. Hu Review Summary

3.27
Dr. Hu has a mixed bag of reviews. While his website lists a 1-star rating based on only two reviews, other platforms paint a more positive picture. He scores a 4 out of 5 on Healthgrades and Health.USNews.com, and a 3.9 out of 5 on Yelp. It's worth checking out the detailed reviews to get a comprehensive understanding of patient experiences.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

4 out of 5

Based on 12 reviews

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m.yelp.com

3.9 out of 5

Based on 16 reviews

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health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 47 reviews

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Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Premiere Plastic Surgery - Pasadena

1044 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Ste. 101

Pasadena, California

Office Information

Where does Dr. Eric C. Hu practice?

Doctor's Office

Premiere Plastic Surgery - Pasadena (Primary)

1044 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Ste. 101, Pasadena, California

(2 reviews)

Plastic Surgery Institute of

1044 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Ste. 101, Pasadena, California

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Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

1997 – Albert Einstein College Of Medicine, Bronx, Ny
1992 – Harvard College, Cambridge, Ma

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Board Certified By The American Board Of Plastic Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Eric C. Hu online?
The provided information doesn't confirm whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to call (626) 449-4859 or (626) 768-4418 for inquiries.
Does Dr. Eric C. Hu offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't specify whether Dr. Hu offers telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended for clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Eric C. Hu?
Patient reviews mention both positive and negative experiences. One review highlights a negative experience with customer service at the Plastic Surgery Institute Rancho, while another mentions a 500cc saline breast implant removal procedure.
What areas of care does Dr. Eric C. Hu cater to?
Dr. Hu specializes in plastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery. His areas of expertise include procedures such as Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBL), breast augmentation and removal, rhinoplasty (nose jobs), tummy tucks (abdominoplasty), and 360 body contouring.