39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jacobs, Infectious Disease Specialist in Germantown, MD?
Dr. Ruth Jacobs, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Germantown, MD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Jacobs graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed her residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Allergy And Immunology; Univ Of Ne Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jacobs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacobs’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobs’s office at (301) 315-9515.
Where did Dr. Jacobs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Allergy And Immunology; Univ Of Ne Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks | University of Wales in Great Britain
Is Dr. Jacobs board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Jacobs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jacobs speak?
Dr. Jacobs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Jacobs treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Jacobs 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. Jacobs. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Jacobs perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Jacobs may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jacobs' office.
Does Dr. Jacobs accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacobs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 315-9515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacobs accept in Germantown, MD?
Dr. Jacobs in Germantown, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
RiverSpring Health
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Jacobs' office located?
Dr. Ruth Jacobs' Primary Practice
19851 Observation Dr Ste 245
Germantown, MD 20876
(301) 315-9515
What is Dr. Jacobs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jacobs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497774913.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacobs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jacobs
What is Dr. Ruth Jacobs's specialty?
Dr. Jacobs is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Germantown, MD.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Jacobs to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ruth Jacobs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jacobs is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Frederick Health Hospital, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Ruth Jacobs accepting new patients in Germantown, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Jacobs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Jacobs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs's office at (301) 315-9515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Jacobs?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs's office at (301) 315-9515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Jacobs have?
Dr. Ruth Jacobs is certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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