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Dr. Cherian Jacob, MD

Fort Pierce, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jacob, Pulmonologist in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Dr. Cherian Jacob, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fort Pierce, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Jacob is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacob’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacob’s office at (561) 997-0821.

    What languages does Dr. Jacob speak?

    Dr. Jacob and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Jacob treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
    • Heart Attack
    • STEMI Myocardial Infarction
    • Acute MI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Other Circulatory System Disorder
    • Other Blood Vessel Problems
    • Unspecified Circulatory Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I998: Other disorder of circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Does Dr. Jacob accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jacob accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 997-0821 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jacob accept in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Dr. Jacob in Fort Pierce, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Freedom Health

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jacob's office located?

    Dr. Cherian Jacob's Primary Practice

    1700 S 23rd St

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

    (561) 997-0821

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    Dr. Cherian Jacob's Practice 2

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

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    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 1881007490.

    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. Cherian Jacob's specialty?

    Dr. Jacob is a Pulmonologist near Fort Pierce, FL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Jacob to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cherian Jacob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jacob is affiliated with HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pulmonologist with 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 Cherian Jacob accepting new patients in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Cherian Jacob is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cherian Jacob offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (561) 997-0821 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cherian Jacob?

    Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (561) 997-0821 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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