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Who is Dr. Lucas, Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Darren Lucas, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office at (619) 275-0822.
What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?
Dr. Lucas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lucas treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
Which procedures does Dr. Lucas perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Darren Lucas may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lucas' office.
Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 275-0822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lucas in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Molina
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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 1053548784.
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. Darren Lucas's specialty?
Dr. Lucas is a Psychiatrist near San Diego, CA.
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. Lucas to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Darren Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lucas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Darren Lucas accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Darren Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darren Lucas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (619) 275-0822 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darren Lucas?
Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (619) 275-0822 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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