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Who is Dr. Thankachan Jacob, Neurosurgeon in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Arun Thankachan Jacob is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thankachan Jacob is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thankachan Jacob’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thankachan Jacob’s office at (770) 219-6520.
What languages does Dr. Thankachan Jacob speak?
Dr. Thankachan Jacob and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Thankachan Jacob treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Thankachan 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. Thankachan 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does Dr. Thankachan Jacob perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Thankachan Jacob 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. Thankachan 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Thankachan Jacob accept my insurance?
Dr. Thankachan Jacob accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 219-6520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thankachan Jacob accept in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Thankachan Jacob in Gainesville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thankachan Jacob's office located?
Dr. Arun Thankachan Jacob's Primary Practice
1315 Jesse Jewell Pkwy NE Ste 300
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 219-6520
What is Dr. Thankachan Jacob's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thankachan Jacob's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578773990.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thankachan Jacob?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thankachan Jacob
What is Dr. Arun Thankachan Jacob's specialty?
Dr. Thankachan Jacob is a Neurosurgeon near Gainesville, GA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Thankachan Jacob to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arun Thankachan Jacob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thankachan Jacob is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Northside Hospital Forsyth 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 Arun Thankachan Jacob accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Arun Thankachan Jacob is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arun Thankachan Jacob offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thankachan Jacob's office at (770) 219-6520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arun Thankachan Jacob?
Please contact Dr. Thankachan Jacob's office at (770) 219-6520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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