Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jakob, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Akron, OH?
Dr. John Andrew Jakob, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jakob is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jakob’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jakob’s office at (330) 438-6333.
Is Dr. Jakob board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Andrew Jakob, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jakob speak?
Dr. Jakob and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Jakob treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Jakob 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. Jakob. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
What procedures does Dr. Jakob perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Jakob 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. Jakob. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Jakob accept my insurance?
Dr. Jakob accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 438-6333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jakob accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. Jakob in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Auxiant
Baylor Scott & White Health
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
SummaCare
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Where is Dr. Jakob's office located?
Dr. John Andrew Jakob's Primary Practice
161 N Forge St Ste 190
Akron, OH 44304
(330) 438-6333
What is Dr. Jakob's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jakob's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831394287.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jakob?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jakob
What is Dr. John Andrew Jakob's specialty?
Dr. Jakob is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Akron, OH. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Jakob to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Andrew Jakob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jakob is affiliated with Summa Health System – Akron Campus, Aultman Hospital, UH Cleveland 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
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Is John Andrew Jakob accepting new patients in Akron, OH?
Yes, Dr. John Andrew Jakob is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Andrew Jakob offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jakob's office at (330) 438-6333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Andrew Jakob?
Please contact Dr. Jakob's office at (330) 438-6333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Andrew Jakob have?
Dr. John Andrew Jakob is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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