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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jacobson, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Elka Jacobson, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Jacobson is fluent in English, French, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobson’s office at (718) 270-1985.
Is Dr. Jacobson board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Elka Jacobson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Jacobson speak?
Dr. Jacobson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hebrew
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Jacobson typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Jacobson 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. Jacobson. 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:
- Early Puberty
- Delayed Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
- Late puberty
- Slow puberty development
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
- E300: Delayed puberty
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Underweight
- Body Weight
- Low body weight
- Below healthy weight
- Malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- R636: Underweight
Also known as:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
- Thyroid Disease
- Unusual thyroid test results
- Irregular thyroid function
- Thyroid hormone levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Jacobson typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elka Jacobson may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Jacobson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jacobson accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacobson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-1985 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacobson accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Jacobson in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jacobson's office located?
Suny Downstate Medical Center Pediactrics
445 Lenox Rd # 49
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 270-1985
What is Dr. Jacobson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jacobson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548396914.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacobson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jacobson
What is Dr. Elka Jacobson's specialty?
Dr. Jacobson is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Elka Jacobson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jacobson is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn) which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Elka Jacobson accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Elka Jacobson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elka Jacobson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacobson's office at (718) 270-1985 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elka Jacobson?
Please contact Dr. Jacobson's office at (718) 270-1985 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elka Jacobson have?
Dr. Elka Jacobson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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