Dr. Christopher Jacobus, MD
Internist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
Cheektowaga, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Jacobus, Internist in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Christopher Jacobus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cheektowaga, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jacobus completed his residency at Yale University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Jacobus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacobus’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobus’s office at (716) 686-8460.
Where did Dr. Jacobus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Jacobus board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Jacobus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jacobus speak?
Dr. Jacobus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Jacobus treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Jacobus 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. Jacobus. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Biventricular Heart Failure
- Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
- Both-sided heart failure
- Combined heart failure
- Global heart failure
- Mixed Heart Failure
- Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5082: Biventricular heart failure
- I5040: Unspecified combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Jacobus perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Jacobus may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jacobus' office.
Does Dr. Jacobus accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacobus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 686-8460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jacobus accept in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Jacobus in Cheektowaga, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Department of Defense / Tricare
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Jacobus' office located?
Dr. Christopher Jacobus' Primary Practice
225 Como Park Blvd
Cheektowaga, NY 14227
(716) 686-8460
What is Dr. Jacobus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jacobus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275575920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacobus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jacobus
What is Dr. Christopher Jacobus's specialty?
Dr. Jacobus is a Internist near Cheektowaga, NY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Jacobus to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Jacobus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Jacobus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Jacobus accepting new patients in Cheektowaga, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Jacobus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Jacobus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacobus's office at (716) 686-8460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Jacobus?
Please contact Dr. Jacobus's office at (716) 686-8460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Jacobus have?
Dr. Christopher Jacobus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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