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Dr. Richard H. Lee, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach, California

Dr. Richard H. Lee, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Newport Beach, California
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1891794269· License: A81552 (CA) verify
Industry payments (2024): $3,460 across 10 payments (what this means)
5(41 ratings)

Consultation $100

About

Dr. Richard H. Lee is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Newport Beach, California. He specializes in facial cosmetic surgery, breast augmentation, breast lifts, tummy tucks, and body contouring procedures. His practice also offers treatments like VI Peel Precision Plus, a medium-depth chemical peel for sun damage and uneven skin tone, and performs procedures including endoscopic browlifts, blepharoplasty, subnasal upper lip lifts, and deep plane face and neck lifts. Dr. Lee approaches his surgical work as a perfectionist, valuing every detail and consistently seeking to improve results, from the overall outcome to the smallest finishing touches. He may take extra time in the operating room to ensure precise positioning. The practice's mission is to ensure patients feel comfortable, heard, and supported throughout their journey, from the first consultation to the final result. The team is passionate about helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals while honoring their natural, unique beauty, all within a family-like environment where patient privacy is respected. The practice also educates patients by sharing behind-the-scenes looks at treatments and surgeries, with patient consent.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

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Breast Augmentation

$10,914

Breast Lift With Implants

$12,700

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Richard H. Lee

Sourced directly from Dr. Richard H. Lee's social posts and replies.

What is Dr. Lee's approach to surgical precision?
Dr. Lee is a perfectionist and may take additional time in the operating room to ensure all elements are precisely positioned, focusing on both the overall outcome and the smallest finishing touches.
How does Dr. Lee's practice ensure patient privacy, especially regarding filmed content?
The practice completely respects patient privacy. They are grateful for patients who give explicit permission to film treatments or surgeries, as this content helps educate followers and patients, makes them more comfortable with treatments, and provides a behind-the-scenes look so patients know what to expect.
What is the VI Peel Precision Plus and what can I expect during recovery?
The VI Peel Precision Plus is a medium-depth chemical peel designed to address concerns such as sun damage, stubborn pigmentation, post-acne marks, and uneven skin tone. It utilizes a blend of exfoliating acids and ingredients to target excess pigment, encouraging a brighter, more even complexion and an overall skin refresh. After treatment, the treated skin typically begins to peel over several days, shedding old, damaged surface cells to reveal newer skin. Dr. Lee views carefully selected peels as part of a thoughtful approach to improving skin tone and texture.
What is the typical recovery timeline for a combination of facial procedures like endoscopic browlift, blepharoplasty, subnasal upper lip lift, and deep plane lower face and neck lift?
For a combination of facial procedures including an endoscopic browlift, upper and lower blepharoplasty, subnasal upper lip lift, and deep plane lower face and neck lift, patients can expect a recovery period of at least 3 months to see significant results.

Patient Experience

Dr. Richard H. Lee Review Summary

5
Dr. Lee has consistently received top marks from his patients, boasting a perfect 5.0 rating across multiple platforms. Patients rave about his amazing results, thorough process, and wonderful staff.

Ratings from Other Platforms

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

Based on 69 reviews

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Dr. Richard H. Lee, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach, California

Renaissance Plastic Surgery &

361 Hospital Rd., Ste. 424, Newport Beach, California

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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)

$3,460

Payments

10

Compared to peers

Moderate

Dr. Richard H. Lee received $3,460 across 10 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 71% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as royalty or license, and the largest single payer was Globus Medical, 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 ↗

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Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Renaissance Plastic Surgery &

361 Hospital Rd., Ste. 424

Newport Beach, California

Office Information

Where does Dr. Richard H. Lee practice?

Doctor's Office

Renaissance Plastic Surgery & (Primary)

361 Hospital Rd., Ste. 424, Newport Beach, California

(48 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Gynecology and is affiliated with Huntington Hospital

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Diplomate Of The American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology
Obstetrics And Gynecology
Maternal-fetal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Richard H. Lee online?
The provided information doesn't confirm whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to contact Dr. Lee's office directly to inquire about scheduling options.
Does Dr. Richard H. Lee offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't specify whether Dr. Lee offers telehealth services. Contacting his office directly is recommended for clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Richard H. Lee?
Patients consistently praise Dr. Lee for achieving amazing, natural-looking results. They appreciate his thorough and thoughtful approach, as well as his helpful and supportive staff. Reviews highlight his expertise in breast augmentation and lifts, with patients expressing high satisfaction with their outcomes and recovery experiences.
What areas of care does Dr. Richard H. Lee cater to?
Dr. Richard H. Lee, MD provides care in several areas. While the descriptions mention Maternal and Fetal Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology, including routine and high-risk pregnancies, he primarily practices as a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in facial cosmetic surgery, breast augmentation, breast lifts, tummy tucks, and body contouring procedures. He appears to have multiple office locations. The practice's mission is to ensure patients feel comfortable, heard, and supported throughout their entire journey, from the initial consultation to the final results. Dr. Lee and his team are passionate about helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals while honoring and enhancing their natural, unique beauty.