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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lucas, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Christopher Lucas, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lucas?
Dr. Christopher Lucas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lucas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Psychopharmacology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Syracuse, NY community, Dr. Lucas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?
Dr. Lucas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Lucas typically treat?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
What procedures does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Lucas typically perform?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Lucas may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Lucas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Lucas in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?
What is Dr. Lucas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558418566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lucas
What is Dr. Christopher Lucas's specialty?
Dr. Lucas is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Syracuse, NY.
What does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist do?
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years.
Is this Dr. Christopher Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lucas is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
When to see a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Lucas accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Lucas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lucas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Lucas?
Please contact Dr. Lucas's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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713 Harrison St
Syracuse, NY 13210