27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Jacobs, Internist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Ronnie Jacobs, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Jacobs completed his residency at Moses H Cone Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. 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 at (828) 213-5400.
Where did Dr. Jacobs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Moses H Cone Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc
Is Dr. Jacobs board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ronnie Jacobs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jacobs speak?
Dr. Jacobs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Jacobs typically treat?
As an Internist, 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
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infective Endocarditis
- Endocarditis
- Heart valve infection
- Bacterial endocarditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Jacobs typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie Jacobs 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
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 1205898483.
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. Ronnie Jacobs's specialty?
Dr. Jacobs is a Internist near Asheville, NC.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ronnie 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
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Is Ronnie Jacobs accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ronnie Jacobs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronnie Jacobs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs's office at (828) 213-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronnie Jacobs?
Please contact Dr. Jacobs's office at (828) 213-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronnie Jacobs have?
Dr. Ronnie Jacobs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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