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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare 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 and 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, and 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pien typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
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:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pien typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlohaCare
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hawaii Management Alliance Association (HMAA)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pien's office located?
Dr. Brian Pien's Primary Practice
1010 S King St Ste 111
Honolulu, HI 96814
(808) 597-8765
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.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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.
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