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Dr. Edward Hu, MD

Dr. Edward Hu, MD

Allergist & Immunologist, Pediatrician

Los Angeles, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hu, Allergist & Immunologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Edward Hu, MD is an Allergist & Immunologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Hu graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. He is a member of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, Los Angeles Society of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology, and California Society of Allergy Asthma and Immunology. Dr. Hu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office at (323) 442-5100.

    Where did Dr. Hu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Southern California, Allergy and Immunology

    • Residency: Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hu board certified as an Allergist & Immunologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Hu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Hu speak?

    Dr. Hu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does an Allergist & Immunologist like Dr. Hu typically treat?

    As an Allergist & Immunologist, Dr. Hu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does an Allergist & Immunologist like Dr. Hu typically perform?

    As an Allergist & Immunologist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Hu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Hu in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hu's office located?

    Dr. Edward Hu's Primary Practice

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 1000

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-5100

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    Dr. Edward Hu's Practice 2

    8001 Ventura Canyon Ave

    Panorama City, CA 91402

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    Dr. Edward Hu's Practice 3

    13652 Cantara St

    Panorama City, CA 91402

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology

    Member

    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology

    Member

    Los Angeles Society of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology

    Member

    California Society of Allergy Asthma and Immunology

    Member

    Awards

    Odyssey Program Scholarship : American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and

    Resident Travel Grant : American Academy of Pediatrics - San Francisc

    Pedro Zamora Public Policy Fellowship : Aids Action - District of Col

    Howard Hughes Biology Forum Scholarship Sept 1999: Awarded for resear

    What is Dr. Hu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700045150.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hu

    What is Dr. Edward Hu's specialty?

    Dr. Hu is an Allergist & Immunologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Allergist & Immunologist do?

    An allergist-immunologist is well-versed in the assessment, physical examination, laboratory diagnosis, and treatment of immune system disorders. These conditions include, but are not limited to, eczema, asthma, anaphylaxis, rhinitis, and adverse reactions to food, medication, and insect stings. Furthermore, they manage immune deficiency diseases, whether acquired or congenital, issues with host defense, and challenges associated with autoimmune diseases, organ transplantation, or immune system malignancies.

    Is Dr. Edward Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Allergist & Immunologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Allergist & Immunologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Edward Hu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Hu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Hu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (323) 442-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Hu?

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (323) 442-5100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hu's office located?

    Dr. Hu's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Panorama City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Hu have?

    Dr. Edward Hu is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.