22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jacob, Otologist & Neurotologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Abraham Jacob, MD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Jacob graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Otolaryngology; Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, General Surgery. Dr. Jacob is fluent in English, Dutch; Flemish, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacob’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacob’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Jacob?
Dr. Abraham Jacob, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otologist & Neurotologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Jacob empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acoustic Neuroma/Schwannoma, Baha Implant, Cochlear Implants, Facial Nerve Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson, AZ community, Dr. Jacob is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Jacob go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Otolaryngology; Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, General Surgery | George Washington University Program A
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
What languages does Dr. Jacob speak?
Dr. Jacob and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch; Flemish
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Jacob typically treat?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
Also known as:
- Chronic Mastoid Infection
- Ear Infection
- Long-term Mastoid Infection
- Chronic Mastoiditis
- Right Ear Chronic Mastoid Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7011: Chronic mastoiditis, right ear
What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Jacob typically perform?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Growth from Outer Ear Canal
- Mastoid Bone Filling
- External auditory canal lesion excision
- Ear canal tumor removal
- Soft tissue removal ear canal
- Mastoidectomy with obliteration
- Ear bone filling surgery
- Mastoid cavity closure
CPT Codes:
- 69145: Excision soft tissue lesion, external auditory canal
- 69670: Mastoid obliteration (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Cochlear Implant Surgery
- Cochlear Implants
- Cochlear Device Implantation
- Hearing Implant Procedure
- Inner Ear Implant
CPT Codes:
- 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy
Also known as:
- Inner Ear Drug Infusion
- Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion
- Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment
- Meniere's Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
- Myocutaneous Flap
- Fasciocutaneous Flap
- Head and Neck Reconstruction
- Vascular Pedicle Flap
CPT Codes:
- 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
Also known as:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Does Dr. Jacob accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacob accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacob accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Jacob in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jacob's office located?
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 1376592576.
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. Abraham Jacob's specialty?
Dr. Jacob is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Tucson, AZ.
What does an Otologist & Neurotologist do?
An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions.
Is this Dr. Abraham Jacob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jacob is affiliated with Tucson 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
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Is Abraham Jacob accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Abraham Jacob is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abraham Jacob offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abraham Jacob?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Jacob
Center For Neurosciences
2450 E River Rd
Tucson, AZ 85718