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Dr. Lauren Jacobs, MD
Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
Indianapolis, IN
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Jacobs, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Lauren Jacobs, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Jacobs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacobs’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobs’s office at (317) 944-5000.
What languages does Dr. Jacobs speak?
Dr. Jacobs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jacobs typically treat?
As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Bronchial Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jacobs typically perform?
As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Jacobs may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
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 (317) 944-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacobs accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Jacobs in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jacobs' office located?
Dr. Lauren Jacobs' Primary Practice
705 Riley Hospital Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 944-5000
What hospitals are Dr. Jacobs affiliated with?
Dr. Jacobs has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
What is Dr. Jacobs's NPI number?A 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 1568881506.
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. Lauren Jacobs's specialty?
Dr. Jacobs is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Indianapolis, IN.
What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.
Is Dr. Lauren Jacobs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Jacobs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Egleston Hospital, Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Dr. Lauren Jacobs accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Jacobs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Jacobs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs' office at (317) 944-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Jacobs?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs' office at (317) 944-5000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Jacobs' office located?
Dr. Jacobs' office is located in Indianapolis, IN.
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