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Dr. Jack Jacob, DO

Bridgeport, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jacob, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Bridgeport, CT?

    Dr. Jack Jacob, DO is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Jacob is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacob’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacob’s office at (203) 576-5033.

    What languages does Dr. Jacob speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Jacob typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Esophagitis
    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding
    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Globulin Levels
    • Blood
    • High globulin
    • Low globulin
    • Globulin disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R771: Abnormality of globulin

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Does Dr. Jacob accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jacob accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 576-5033 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jacob accept in Bridgeport, CT?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Jacob's office located?

    Dr. Jack Jacob's Primary Practice

    2800 Main St

    Bridgeport, CT 06606

    (203) 576-5033

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    Dr. Jack Jacob's Practice 2

    425 Post Rd

    Fairfield, CT 06824

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    Dr. Jack Jacob's Practice 3

    105 Wawecus St

    Norwich, CT 06360

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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 1649659590.

    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. Jack Jacob's specialty?

    Dr. Jacob is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Bridgeport, CT.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

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

    Yes, Dr. Jacob is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Griffin Hospital 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. 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 Jack Jacob accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?

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

    Does Dr. Jack Jacob offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (203) 576-5033 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jack Jacob?

    Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (203) 576-5033 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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