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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ling, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jacob Ling is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ling’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ling’s office at (225) 757-4142.
What languages does Dr. Ling speak?
Dr. Ling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ling typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ling 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. Ling. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ling typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jacob Ling may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ling's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ling accept my insurance?
Dr. Ling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 757-4142 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ling accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ling in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amtrust North America
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ling's office located?
What is Dr. Ling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467983890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ling
What is Dr. Jacob Ling's specialty?
Dr. Ling is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Jacob Ling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ling is affiliated with Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jacob Ling accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jacob Ling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jacob Ling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ling's office at (225) 757-4142 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jacob Ling?
Please contact Dr. Ling's office at (225) 757-4142 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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