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Dr. Philip Jacobs, MD

Dr. Philip Jacobs, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jacobs, Orthopedic Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Philip Jacobs, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Jacobs completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Jacobs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacobs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobs’s office at (210) 450-9300.

    Where did Dr. Jacobs go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne

    Is Dr. Jacobs board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Jacobs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Jacobs speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Jacobs typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Jacobs 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. Jacobs. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Kneecap and Thigh Bone Problems
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
    • Runner's Knee
    • Anterior Knee Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M222X1: Patellofemoral disorders, right knee

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Jacobs typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Jacobs 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. Jacobs. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Jacobs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jacobs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jacobs accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Jacobs in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Jacobs' office located?

    Mc7977

    8300 Floyd Curl Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 450-9300

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    Dr. Philip Jacobs' Practice 2

    25723 Old Fredericksburg Rd

    Boerne, TX 78015

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    What is Dr. Jacobs's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Jacobs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033150602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacobs?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jacobs

    What is Dr. Philip Jacobs's specialty?

    Dr. Jacobs is an Orthopedic Surgeon near San Antonio, TX.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Philip Jacobs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jacobs is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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 Dr. Philip Jacobs accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Jacobs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Jacobs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jacobs' office at (210) 450-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Jacobs?

    Please contact Dr. Jacobs' office at (210) 450-9300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Jacobs' office located?

    Dr. Jacobs' offices are located in San Antonio, TX and Boerne, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Jacobs have?

    Dr. Philip Jacobs is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.