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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jacob, Family Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Alexandrea Jacob, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Jacob is fluent in English, Burmese, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacob’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacob’s office at (515) 282-2296.
What languages does Dr. Jacob speak?
Dr. Jacob and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jacob typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jacob 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. Jacob. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jacob typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jacob performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Jacob. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Jacob accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacob accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 282-2296 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacob accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Jacob in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Iowa
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Jacob's office located?
Dr. Alexandrea Jacob's Primary Practice
1801 Hickman Rd
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 282-2296
What is Dr. Jacob's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jacob's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144679788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacob?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jacob
What is Dr. Alexandrea Jacob's specialty?
Dr. Jacob is a Family Medicine Specialist near Des Moines, IA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Alexandrea Jacob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jacob is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexandrea Jacob accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Alexandrea Jacob is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandrea Jacob offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (515) 282-2296 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandrea Jacob?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (515) 282-2296 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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