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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jacob, Hospitalist in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Alice Jacob, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Jacob is fluent in English, 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 at (847) 234-5600.
What languages does Dr. Jacob speak?
Dr. Jacob and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Jacob typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Jacob typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alice 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 (847) 234-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacob accept in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Jacob in Lake Forest, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jacob's office located?
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 1235438508.
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. Alice Jacob's specialty?
Dr. Jacob is a Hospitalist near Lake Forest, IL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Alice Jacob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jacob is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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 Alice Jacob accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?
Yes, Dr. Alice Jacob is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alice Jacob offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (847) 234-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alice Jacob?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (847) 234-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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