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Who is Dr. Jacob, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Sanjivini Jacob is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Jacob graduated from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Jacob is fluent in English, Chinese, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacob’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacob’s office.
Where did Dr. Jacob go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology | University of Tennessee Medical Center at Knoxville Program
Medical School: J N M C Med Coll, Karnataka University, Belgaum, Karnataka, India | Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences | Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College
What languages does Dr. Jacob speak?
Dr. Jacob and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jacob typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jacob 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. Jacob. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jacob typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanjivini Jacob may include:
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jacob accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacob 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. Jacob accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Jacob in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Jacob's office located?
Dr. Sanjivini Jacob's Primary Practice
6141 Shallowford Rd Ste 100
Chattanooga, TN 37421
What is Dr. Jacob's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jacob's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629234521.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacob?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jacob
What is Dr. Sanjivini Jacob's specialty?
Dr. Jacob is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Chattanooga, TN.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Sanjivini Jacob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Jacob 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
When to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sanjivini Jacob accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Sanjivini Jacob is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanjivini Jacob offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanjivini Jacob?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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