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Dr. Maria Antonieta Jacob, MD
Norfolk, VA
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jacob, Pediatric Pathologist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Maria Antonieta Jacob, MD is a Pediatric Pathologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. She has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Jacob graduated from Universidade Federal de CiÍncias da Sa?de de Porto Alegre (UFCSPA) Faculdade de Medicina. Dr. Jacob is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacob’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacob’s office at (757) 668-7275.
Where did Dr. Jacob go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Fundacao Faculdade Federal De | Universidade Federal de CiÍncias da Sa?de de Porto Alegre (UFCSPA) Faculdade de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Jacob speak?
Dr. Jacob and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Pathologist like Dr. Jacob typically treat?
As a Pediatric 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:
- Other Hemoglobin Disorder
- Anemia
- Rare hemoglobinopathy
- Uncommon blood disorder
- Genetic blood condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- D582: Other hemoglobinopathies
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Thalassemia Minor
- Thalassemia
- Alpha thalassemia
- Thalassemia Trait
ICD-10 Codes:
- D563: Thalassemia minor
Also known as:
- Meningitis
- Spinal Meningitis
- Brain Fever
- Inflammation of the Meninges
ICD-10 Codes:
- G039: Meningitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
What procedures does a Pediatric Pathologist like Dr. Jacob typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Antonieta Jacob may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jacob accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacob accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 668-7275 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacob accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Jacob in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins Health System
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jacob's office located?
Dr. Maria Antonieta Jacob's Primary Practice
601 Childrens Ln
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 668-7275
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 1841249588.
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. Maria Antonieta Jacob's specialty?
Dr. Jacob is a Pediatric Pathologist near Norfolk, VA.
What does a Pediatric Pathologist do?
A pediatric pathologist specializes in the laboratory diagnosis of diseases that arise during fetal growth, infancy, and childhood development. This role requires a solid foundation in general pathology, a thorough understanding of normal growth and development, and extensive knowledge of pediatric medicine.
Is this Dr. Maria Antonieta Jacob affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jacob is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General 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
When to see a Pediatric Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Maria Antonieta Jacob accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Antonieta Jacob is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Antonieta Jacob offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (757) 668-7275 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Antonieta Jacob?
Please contact Dr. Jacob's office at (757) 668-7275 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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