Eric Shen-Zen Hsu, MD
Eric Shen-Zen Hsu is an Anesthesiology specialist based in Santa Monica, CA with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PAIN MANAGEMENT
Eric Shen-Zen Hsu, MD practices as part of a group anesthesiologist practice in Santa Monica, CA. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 45 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.3/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1245 16th St Ste 225, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1240
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 88% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.3/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.7 pts)
Better than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better55.85%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+50.8 pts)
55.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
300
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
161
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,266
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $59k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$924 received from industry
13 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Eric Shen-Zen Hsu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Sep 10, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Taxonomy: 207L00000X
Mailing address
5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190160
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Anesthesiology Care With Eric Shen-Zen Hsu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Eric Shen-Zen Hsu for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Santa Monica required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eric Shen-Zen Hsu
Dr. Hsu is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Santa Monica, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 267-8626.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Eric Shen-Zen Hsu
Practice Location
1245 16th St Ste 225, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1240
Mailing Address
5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631
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