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Dr. Brett Lu, MD, PHD

Honolulu, HI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lu, Psychiatrist in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Brett Lu, MD, PHD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lu?

    Dr. Brett Lu, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Behavioral Problems & Dementia, Depression, Neuro-Psychiatry, Psychopharmacology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu/HI community, Dr. Lu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Lu speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lu treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Lu 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. Lu. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Depression
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia Due to Other Condition with Agitation
    • Dementia
    • Secondary dementia with agitation
    • Dementia from other medical causes with restlessness
    • Cognitive decline with agitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F02811: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, with agitation

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble Sleeping
    • Primary Insomnia
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F5101: Primary insomnia
    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Lu in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Quest

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lu's office located?

    Dr. Brett Lu's Primary Practice

    1100 Ward Ave Ste 840

    Honolulu, HI 96814

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    Dr. Brett Lu's Practice 2

    550 S Beretania St Ste 300

    Honolulu, HI 96813

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    Dr. Brett Lu's Practice 3

    550 S Beretania St

    Honolulu, HI 96813

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

    Dr. Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649331760.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lu?

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

    What is Dr. Brett Lu's specialty?

    Dr. Lu is a Psychiatrist near Honolulu, HI.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Contact Dr. Lu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brett Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?

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    Is Brett Lu accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Brett Lu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brett Lu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brett Lu?

    Please contact Dr. Lu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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