Primary Care That Makes You Primary

James W. Jacobs, MD

Internal Medicine

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Residency

University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
Internal Medicine 1992-1995
Acting Chief Resident 1995

Medical School

The Ohio State University College of Medicine
Columbus, OH
Doctorate of Medicine 1992

Undergraduate

Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH
Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry and Biology, Bible minor 1988

Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine

WakeMed Cary Hospital
Rex Hospital

University of North Carolina
- “Golden Boots” Award for Jr. Resident with Superior Clinical Judgment 1994
- David Ontjes Intern of the year 1992-1993
- Representative to Chairman’s Advisory Board1994-1995
- Nominee of Resident Teaching Award 1993
One of the Best Doctors in America, Best Doctors Inc. 2007-2008, 2015-2016.
One of the Triangle’s Top Physicians, Cary Magazine 2009
United Health Care Premium Designation Program for Quality and Efficiency 2009
National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA), Certification for Delivery of Quality Cardiovascular and Stroke Care 2007-2010, renewed 2012-2015
National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA), Certification for Delivery of Quality Diabetic Care 2007-2010, renewed 2012-2015
National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCOA), Patient Centered Medical Home Level 3 (Top Level) 2011-2014, renewed 2014-2017
Patients' Choice Award RecipientPatients' Choice 5th Anniversary Award

Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of North Carolina School of Medicine 1997-present
Managing Physician Raleigh Medical Group/Cary Medical Group 2000-2009
American College of Physicians
North Carolina Medical Society
Wake County Medical Society
North/South Carolina Quality Management and Peer
Review Committee Cigna/Healthsource 1998-2003
Cigna Credentialing Committee 1998-2007

Dr. Jacobs lives in Cary with his wife Kimmie and their five children since adopting a 14 year old from Ukraine in 2015.
Dr. Jacobs and Kimmie have served together on a short-term medical mission trip to El Salvador and since 2008 he serves as a board member supporting this ongoing work.
The entire Jacobs' family was able to serve short-term in two orphanages in Beijing, China in May 2008. Subsequently members of the Jacobs clan have served in Kenya, Guatemala, Costa Rica and Red Springs, NC.
They are active members in the children's and youth ministry at Colonial Baptist Church and in the sports ministry where Dr. Jacobs volunteers as a developmental league basketball coach.

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What Members Are Saying

In February of 2019 Steve and I were at the beach and once again I was sick with asthmatic bronchitis. My medical doctor was not concerned that I had had 13 episodes in 4 years. Steve didn’t want me to go back to him so he contacted Dr Jacobs. He explained what had been going on for years and how bad my cough was. Dr Jacobs said can you be here at 3:00 from the beach. That was my first visit as Dr Jacobs patient as an MDVIP doctor. He was very concerned about how my lungs sounded and for the next several months he followed my care with a pulmonary doctor. As things continued to get worse and nothing made me any better he advised me to go back to the pulmonary doctor again. Tests showed there was something wrong in one of my lungs. The pulmonary doctor did a bronchoscopy and lung washing cultures. A mucus plug the size of a golf ball was removed and the cultures grew out pseudonymous which could indicate I didn’t have an immune system anymore. As it turned out that’s what was wrong. I was referred to an immunologist and was started on Hizentra infusions once a week. I thank Dr Jacobs for caring enough to keep digging to help me find out what was wrong.

DOROTHY

Patient of James W. Jacobs, MD

Wanda Hilliard-I was 32/33 when I begin seeing Dr. James Jacobs. I did not realize how young he was. He was taking new patients at the practice and I was young and looking for a primary doctor. He has not changed and I am approaching 66 years old.. He handled my medical need with a professional touch at all times. He is really a great doctor and I hope his medical future is as great as his past.

Wanda

Patient of James W. Jacobs, MD

A few weeks ago I made an appointment with Dr. Jacobs to try and find about why I could not get my nose to dry up. I felt great but I just couldn't get my nose to stop running. The Nurse came to my car and gave me a covid test. Low and behold I was positive. I never did feel bad. About ten minutes after I got my test results Dr. Jacobs came out and stood by my car in the cold and gave me instructions how to lessen the spread of covid. Picture this, Dr. Jacobs standing in the cold doing the Dr. patent /consultation when he could have called my cell phone. Thank you for your patient first personal approach.

Edward

Patient of James W. Jacobs, MD

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly

$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,100.00 each year*

Meet James W. Jacobs, MD

My goal is to manage and anticipate your unique healthcare needs. As an MDVIP-affiliated doctor, I will partner with you on a personal level to help you achieve the optimal health we all value. We will closely collaborate on what it takes to stay on the path to wellness. You will feel welcomed by the relaxed, individualized attention you will receive from everyone in our office.

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What Members Are Saying

In February of 2019 Steve and I were at the beach and once again I was sick with asthmatic bronchitis. My medical doctor was not concerned that I had had 13 episodes in 4 years. Steve didn’t want me to go back to him so he contacted Dr Jacobs. He explained what had been going on for years and how bad my cough was. Dr Jacobs said can you be here at 3:00 from the beach. That was my first visit as Dr Jacobs patient as an MDVIP doctor. He was very concerned about how my lungs sounded and for the next several months he followed my care with a pulmonary doctor. As things continued to get worse and nothing made me any better he advised me to go back to the pulmonary doctor again. Tests showed there was something wrong in one of my lungs. The pulmonary doctor did a bronchoscopy and lung washing cultures. A mucus plug the size of a golf ball was removed and the cultures grew out pseudonymous which could indicate I didn’t have an immune system anymore. As it turned out that’s what was wrong. I was referred to an immunologist and was started on Hizentra infusions once a week. I thank Dr Jacobs for caring enough to keep digging to help me find out what was wrong.

DOROTHY

Patient of James W. Jacobs, MD

Wanda Hilliard-I was 32/33 when I begin seeing Dr. James Jacobs. I did not realize how young he was. He was taking new patients at the practice and I was young and looking for a primary doctor. He has not changed and I am approaching 66 years old.. He handled my medical need with a professional touch at all times. He is really a great doctor and I hope his medical future is as great as his past.

Wanda

Patient of James W. Jacobs, MD

A few weeks ago I made an appointment with Dr. Jacobs to try and find about why I could not get my nose to dry up. I felt great but I just couldn't get my nose to stop running. The Nurse came to my car and gave me a covid test. Low and behold I was positive. I never did feel bad. About ten minutes after I got my test results Dr. Jacobs came out and stood by my car in the cold and gave me instructions how to lessen the spread of covid. Picture this, Dr. Jacobs standing in the cold doing the Dr. patent /consultation when he could have called my cell phone. Thank you for your patient first personal approach.

Edward

Patient of James W. Jacobs, MD

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle

Benefits of joining Dr. Jacobs' practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Jacobs quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Jacobs by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Jacobs when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly

$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,100.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Testimonials from patients of James W. Jacobs, MD

Dr. Jacobs was the best Dr. we ever had long before he joined MDVIP.

from William in NC • February 27, 2014

Dr. Jacobs was the best Dr. we ever had long before he joined MDVIP. When he moved his practice to MDVIP, we followed without any reservations, in spite of the added cost. This has proven to be the best decision we could have made. He found that I had Prostate cancer a little over a year ago. His advice and assistance in getting multiple Dr.'s opinions about treatment have been Read more...

I always appreciated you so much

from Ruby in NC • February 27, 2018

Thank you, Dr. Jacobs, for being our doctor for so many years. Dalton and I always appreciated you so much and always depended on you to take good care of us in any health situation that we encountered, You are like part of our family. Happy Doctor's Day!

you have the personal qualities that make you an outstanding physician.

from Rebecca in NC • March 15, 2018

Dear Dr. Jacobs, How fortunate Hugh and I are to have had you as our primary care physician for the past 23 years. You are indeed a Very Important Person in our lives. The fact that we have aged well is due in large part to your excellent care in the area of preventive medicine as well as treatment. In addition to being tops in the medical field, you have the personal qualities that make you Read more...

Since becoming a patient of Dr Jacob's, I have gained a new understanding of the importance of nutrition to my overall health.

from Mark in NC • February 17, 2015

Since becoming a patient of Dr Jacob's, I have gained a new understanding of the importance of nutrition to my overall health. I have incorporated more whole foods in my diet, and less processed food. I have lessened my meat and dairy intake as part of this lifestyle change. I have also become more aware of the importance of daily execercise, through the fitbit group that I have joined with Read more...

I am very grateful.

from Richard in NC • February 27, 2018

Ive been with MDVIP and Dr. Jacobs for many years. While Ive been fortunate and have not had to deal with any serious health issues during that time, Dr. Jacobs has still helped me immeasurably in directing me toward a healthy lifestyle. He is responsible for major changes in my diet and exercise programs. These in turn have led to both better sleep habits and higher energy levels. The ultimate Read more...

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Locations & Hours

Primary Office

115 Crescent Commons Drive Suite 250
Cary, NC 27518

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Hours

Mon	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly

$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,100.00 each year*

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Education

Residency

Medical School

Undergraduate

Certifications

Hospital Affiliations

Honors and Awards

Professional Society Memberships

Interests

What Members Are Saying

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

Meet James W. Jacobs, MD

What Members Are Saying

Get Started Today

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Benefits of joining Dr. Jacobs' practice with MDVIP

MDVIP Wellness Program

Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

Same/Next-Day Appointments

Reachable 24/7

Smaller Practice Size

Your Dedicated Doctor

Travel Benefits

Medical Centers of Excellence

Better Health Outcomes

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s different about MDVIP practices and traditional primary care practices?

How does insurance work in an MDVIP-affiliated practice?

What is MDVIP and what does it do?

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

Get Started Today

Testimonials from patients of James W. Jacobs, MD

Dr. Jacobs was the best Dr. we ever had long before he joined MDVIP.

I always appreciated you so much

you have the personal qualities that make you an outstanding physician.

Since becoming a patient of Dr Jacob's, I have gained a new understanding of the importance of nutrition to my overall health.

I am very grateful.

The Office of James W. Jacobs, MD

Locations & Hours

Primary Office

Hours

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

Get Started Today