Pamela Hu, M.D.
NPI 1568791721 · Dermatology Physician · Pasadena, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Pamela Hu, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Pasadena, CA (NPI 1568791721).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568791721
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G85638 (CA)
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
16 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
1,315 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 383 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 348 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 261 | $92 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 138 | $65 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 85 | $36 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 56 | 28 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 39 | 28 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 31 | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 18 | 15 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 14 | — |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 13 | 11 |
| Hydrocortisone | 12 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$449 across 16 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
- 2009-12-17
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pamela Hu's NPI number?
- Pamela Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568791721, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Pamela Hu's specialty?
- Pamela Hu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Pamela Hu located?
- Pamela Hu's practice location on file with NPPES is 473 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103-3621.
- What is Pamela Hu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Pamela Hu is (626) 792-2378.
- Does Pamela Hu accept Medicare?
- Pamela Hu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Pamela Hu's NPI active?
- Yes — Pamela Hu's NPI (1568791721) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.