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Dr. Jacobs

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

James W. Jacobs, MD

Internal Medicine
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5/5 37 reviews

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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.

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
$575.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,150.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,300.00 each year*

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Dr. Jacobs

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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This MDVIP-affiliated physician is not accepting new patients at this time. Please call 1.866.696.3847 or search for other nearby doctors currently accepting patients.

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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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
$575.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,150.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,300.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Get Started | Today

This MDVIP-affiliated physician is not accepting new patients at this time. Please call 1.866.696.3847 or search for other nearby doctors currently accepting patients.

Reviews from around the web

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02/03/2019 Jeanne Munoz
I have been one of Dr. Jacob's patients for several years. I appreciate many aspects of the outstanding care that I receive. Dr. Jacobs is an excellent listener and communicator. He is extremely knowledgeable and current in his field. The treatment I receive is personalized and respectful. Dr. Jacobs is very accessible and always takes the time to consider and answer my questions and concerns thoroughly. I am fortunate to be his patient and recommend him without reservation.
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02/08/2024 Kim Dahlberg
MDVIP is great. Dr. Jacobs best doctor in my life. Thanks 🙏.
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03/05/2019 Karen Moldt
Dr. Jacobs is a terrific partner and advocate for fostering better healthcare. His attention to and recommended treatment for my chronic health conditions helps boost my confidence to manage these health concerns. His willingness to share the latest research findings demonstrates his investment in learning and sharing the latest medical research with his patients. Those insights are invaluable in assessing the actions necessary to mitigate the health risks. Can't imagine relying on any other physician to guide me on my healthcare journey.
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04/27/2019 Cary Walker
Best Doctor in NC - Dr. Jacobs is enormously well educated on a host of diseases; he spends a lot of time with patients, listens really well, and even is super responsive to weekend emails. My health has improved greatly under his care - rarely ever have asthma symptoms anymore, and that not by drugs but by his lifestyle and diet recommendations combined with close monitoring.
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02/10/2022 Carrie Knowles
Dr.Jacobs is one of the most caring and knowledgable physicians I have ever known. I trust his opinion and appreciate his willingness to listen to my concerns and ideas.
MDVIP is lucky to have Dr. Jacobs on their team!
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03/17/2020 Roz Heiko
Dr. Jacobs and his amazing front office and nursing staff provide the most excellent care possible - both proactively and in all areas of healthcare. Dr. Jacobs and his team are dedicated, and provide extremely competent and compassionate care for our well-being. Thank you!
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03/08/2025 GeorgeC
I appreciate the time which Dr. Jacobs spends with me. He listens to my problems and provides good suggestions. His office staff is courteous.
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03/20/2025 Lee McNary
He doesn't just talk to me about other doctors, he also talks to other doctors about ME! I'm always impressed by the colleagues he recommends, and his willingness to advocate in my behalf.
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03/16/2020 Rick Wagner
Dr Jacobs is best in the business. MDVIP lucky to have him in their fold-
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02/14/2019 Rufus Hickman
Dr. Jacobs and his staff are the best people I have worked with my entire life, I can't say enough good comments about his practice.👍👏
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02/18/2019 MCL MCL
Very astute clinician with excellent diagnostic skills. The availability and care received is well worth the MDVIP membership costs.
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06/28/2017 Elliott Fisher
Best doctor I've ever had! Spends ample time with me at each visit and answers any questions I have in great detail. Excellent!!!
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03/06/2019 Tara Wilson
Wonderful caring practice. The Dr and staff are kind and responsive. Highly recommend.
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03/18/2022 Thomas Wentworth
Simply stated, I cannot imagine a more caring, better-educated physician. In addition to his concern for my health and his expertise, he is also an excellent diagnostician.
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02/07/2023 Ann Harmer
I feel very fortunate to be under Dr. Jacobs care - he takes time to discuss ways to improve my health, listens and explains everything in great detail. Truly know that I am receiving great medical care and advise!
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02/08/2024 Barbara Hemphill
I have been a patient of Dr. Jacobs for several years and appreciate his knowledge and personalized care, as well as that of his team. They are always responsive to my concerns.
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02/06/2020 Don Elliott
Dr. Jacobs is the best doctor I have ever had in my almost 80 years. He is available, attentive, and caring. He has been my doctor since 1996 and has helped me through several problems with my health. I would recommend him to anyone.
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02/15/2019 Carrie Knowles
Dr. Jacobs is a rare and wonderful physician who listens, thinks about what you have to say, researches best approaches for your continued good health and sees each patient as a person, not a problem.
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02/13/2024 Dorothy Taylor
Dr Jacobs is so caring and always takes his time to explain what issues may be going on. He helped figure out what health problems I had been having for 4 years that my prior doctor didn’t want to address.
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02/16/2019 Miriam Hatkin
Dr. Jacobs is focused, dedicated, thorough and easy to talk with.
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02/13/2022 Charles Mangano
Dr Jim Jacobs and his staff are nonpareil in terms of professionalism, medical expertise, and personalized care. I am most fortunate to call them my primary care providers
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02/18/2024 Mark Goldhaber
He is a wonderful individual and a great Doctor
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02/09/2023 Manly Wilder
We have been patients with Dr Jacobs for 27 years, 14 with MDVIP. Our partnership in health and his focus on wellness and prevention is a key to my being able to approach 84 years old.
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02/22/2022 Lucas Wells
Dr. Jacobs and the staff are some of the best and most kind people I've had as a patient. I really can't say enough. Everyone is very patient, welcoming, and understanding. They help out as best they can with every situation and have really helped get my health in order. I can't recommend Dr. Jacobs and the staff enough. Honestly, I'm healthier than I've ever been and things are getting better as time goes on!
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03/16/2022 Karen B
Dr. Jacobs and his staff are both knowledgeable and truly committed to your health and well being.
Dr. Jacobs has had to practice the patience of Job while I have been his patient as I ask a lot, I mean a lot of questions. Dr. J answers my question in layman's term and always makes sure that I not only have the answers I needed, he goes much further and makes sure you understand the answer he has given you. I have not ever left Dr. Jacob's office wondering what was going on with my health, or what just happened or what was it he said?

Dr. J is by far the most compassionate and trusting doctor I have ever dealt with, one with whom I feel safe putting my life in his hands.
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02/16/2019 Mark MCNEILL
Dr Jacobs and his staff have been instrumental in improving my health and daily life. They take an active interest in my well being. I recommend them to anyone looking for a physician.
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02/13/2024 Joseph Szalacsi
Dr. James Jacobs is a highly professional doctor. Shows a lot of interest in my overall health!

Testimonials from patients of James W. Jacobs, MD

A Caring Doctor

from DOROTHY in NC • March 21, 2024
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 Read more...

Over the Years

from Wanda in NC • March 11, 2024
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. Read more...

I felt fine but I was still sick

from Edward in NC • March 10, 2024
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 Read more...

An Oasis on the Desert

from Joseph in NC • March 10, 2024
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I got Covid in December, 2022 and stupidly flew home to North Carolina.
The congestion and inflammation in my head expanded with the high altitudes and I had a panic attack and went into a depression.
It was a long Covid-induced condition and it was horrid..
It was such a relief to talk and text my family doctor, James Jacob’s.
He was there for me offering explanations and Read more...

Grief Counsel

from Jeffery in NC • March 10, 2024
Recently my wife passed away and while very sick with cancer her treatments seemed to be working. Unfortunately, she failed very suddenly. Dr Jacobs was a great comfort to me in handling the initial shock of the loss. His quiet way was truly helpful. In addition, during the early days of her sickness we were facing many care decisions that we were not sure how to handle. Dr Jacobs was 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
$575.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,150.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,300.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Get Started | Today

This MDVIP-affiliated physician is not accepting new patients at this time. Please call 1.866.696.3847 or search for other nearby doctors currently accepting patients.

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