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Who is Dr. Fontenot, Internist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Eric Fontenot, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fontenot graduated from St. Matthew's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Lsu-Umc. Dr. Fontenot is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fontenot’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fontenot’s office at (337) 233-4980.
Where did Dr. Fontenot go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu-Umc
Medical School: St. Matthew's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fontenot speak?
Dr. Fontenot and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fontenot treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Fontenot 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. Fontenot. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Other Joints
- Arthritis
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Generalized Arthritis
- Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1388: Other specified arthritis, other site
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Fontenot perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric Fontenot 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. Fontenot's office.
Does Dr. Fontenot accept my insurance?
Dr. Fontenot accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 233-4980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fontenot accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Fontenot in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fontenot's office located?
Dr. Eric Fontenot's Primary Practice
1301 Camellia Blvd Ste 300
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 233-4980
What is Dr. Fontenot's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fontenot's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437228657.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fontenot?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fontenot
What is Dr. Eric Fontenot's specialty?
Dr. Fontenot is a Internist near Lafayette, LA.
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. Fontenot to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Eric Fontenot affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fontenot is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Eric Fontenot accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Fontenot is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Fontenot offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fontenot's office at (337) 233-4980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Fontenot?
Please contact Dr. Fontenot's office at (337) 233-4980 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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