Who is Dr. Pien, Infectious Disease Specialist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Brian Pien, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Pien graduated from University of Hawaii and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine.
Dr. Pien is fluent in English, Chinese, and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pien’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pien’s office at (808) 597-8765.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pien?
Dr. Brian Pien, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist 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. Pien empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatitis B & C, HIV, Infections-Transplant, Medical Microbiology, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Honolulu/HI community, Dr. Pien is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pien go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Hawaii
Is Dr. Pien board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Pien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pien speak?
Dr. Pien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Pien treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Pien 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. Pien. 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:
Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
Cellulitis
Left Leg Skin Infection
Bacterial Left Leg Infection
Spreading Left Leg Infection
Bacterial Skin Infection
Leg Skin Infection
Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
Lung Mycobacterial Infection
Other Mycobacterial Infection
Mycobacterial Infection
Pulmonary NTM Infection
Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
Atypical Mycobacterial Infection
NTM Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
A318: Other mycobacterial infections
Also known as:
Urinary Tract Infection
Kidney Infection
Kidney Disease
Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
UTI
Bladder infection
Kidney infection
Urine infection
Pyelonephritis
Acute Kidney Infection
Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
N10: Acute pyelonephritis
Also known as:
Bone Infection
Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
Osteomyelitis
Infected Bone
Bone Inflammation
Bone Infection Disease
Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
COVID-19
COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
Coronavirus Disease 2019
SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
Blood Infection
Sepsis
Bacteremia
Bacteria in blood
Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
Pneumonia
Lung Infection
Chest Infection
Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
Lymphedema
Lymphatic Swelling
Fluid Retention in Limbs
Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Pressure Sores
Bedsores
Decubitus Ulcers
Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
L8994: Pressure ulcer of unspecified site, stage 4
Also known as:
Gangrene
Tissue Death
Necrosis
Dead Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Mammography
Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Mammograms
Breast X-ray
Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
Asymptomatic HIV Infection
HIV
HIV positive without symptoms
Latent HIV infection
HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
Sepsis
Blood Poisoning
Septicemia
Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
Vascular Access Device Management
Vascular Access Care
Port Management
Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
Other Aspergillosis
Aspergillosis
Systemic Aspergillosis
Disseminated Aspergillosis
Widespread Aspergillus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
B4489: Other forms of aspergillosis
What procedures does Dr. Pien perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Pien performs a variety of medical procedures.
This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights
the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pien. 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:
PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
PICC Line Placement
Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
Central Line Removal
Tunneled Catheter Extraction
Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
Declotting of Vascular Access Device
Catheter declotting
Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
Blocked port-a-cath treatment
Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
Wound Debridement
Surgical Wound Cleaning
Tissue Removal from Wound
Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Pien accept my insurance?
Dr. Pien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 597-8765 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pien accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Pien in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Pien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457436941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pien
What is Dr. Brian Pien's specialty?
Dr. Pien is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Honolulu, HI.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Pien to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Pien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pien is affiliated with Straub Benioff Medical Center, Kuakini 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
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Is Brian Pien accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Brian Pien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Pien offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pien's office at (808) 597-8765 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Pien?
Please contact Dr. Pien's office at (808) 597-8765 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Pien have?
Dr. Brian Pien is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Infectious Disease Specialist Near Honolulu, HI
Dr. Francis Pien, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified.