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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yacoo, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jack Yacoo, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Yacoo graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine. Dr. Yacoo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yacoo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yacoo’s office at (858) 939-3400.
Where did Dr. Yacoo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yacoo speak?
Dr. Yacoo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Yacoo typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Yacoo 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. Yacoo. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Yacoo typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jack Yacoo may include:
Please contact Dr. Yacoo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yacoo accept my insurance?
Dr. Yacoo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 939-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yacoo accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Yacoo 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
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yacoo's office located?
What is Dr. Yacoo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yacoo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588915730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yacoo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yacoo
What is Dr. Jack Yacoo's specialty?
Dr. Yacoo is a Hospitalist near San Diego, CA.
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. Jack Yacoo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yacoo is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Jack Yacoo accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jack Yacoo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jack Yacoo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yacoo's office at (858) 939-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jack Yacoo?
Please contact Dr. Yacoo's office at (858) 939-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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