27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jacobs, Internist in Cary, NC?
Dr. James Jacobs, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cary, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Jacobs completed his residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jacobs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacobs’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobs’s office at (919) 859-9954.
Where did Dr. Jacobs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States
Is Dr. Jacobs board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Jacobs, MD is board certified by the 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
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Jacobs typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Lipoprotein Metabolism Disorder
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Lipid Metabolism Disorder
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Lipid disorder
- Dyslipoproteinemia
- Genetic metabolic disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E789: Disorder of lipoprotein metabolism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Carotid Artery
- Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Jacobs typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Jacobs may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Jacobs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jacobs accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacobs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 859-9954 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacobs accept in Cary, NC?
Dr. Jacobs in Cary, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jacobs' office located?
Dr. James Jacobs' Primary Practice
115 Crescentcommons Dr Ste 250
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 859-9954
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 1942349055.
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. James Jacobs's specialty?
Dr. Jacobs is a Internist near Cary, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. James Jacobs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jacobs is affiliated with Wakemed Cary Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Jacobs accepting new patients in Cary, NC?
Yes, Dr. James Jacobs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Jacobs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs's office at (919) 859-9954 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Jacobs?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs's office at (919) 859-9954 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Jacobs have?
Dr. James Jacobs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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