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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Jacobs, Pulmonologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Stephen Jacobs, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Jacobs graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and is currently affiliated with Kindred Hospital Ft Lauderdale. Dr. Jacobs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobs’s office.
Where did Dr. Jacobs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
What languages does Dr. Jacobs speak?
Dr. Jacobs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Jacobs typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Jacobs typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Jacobs may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Jacobs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jacobs accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Jacobs' office located?
What is Dr. Jacobs's NPI number?An 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 1912999632.
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. Stephen Jacobs's specialty?
Dr. Jacobs is a Pulmonologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Stephen Jacobs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Jacobs 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Jacobs accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Jacobs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Jacobs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Jacobs?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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