34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lafontant, Physiatrist in Elkins Park, PA?
Where did Dr. Lafontant go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Episcopal Hosp (Tuhs), Internal Medicine | Temple University School of Medicine,Philadelphia, Pa, United States
Medical School: Faculte De Medicine Et De Pharmacie
Is Dr. Lafontant board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Gilbert Lafontant, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Lafontant speak?
Dr. Lafontant and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
- Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Lafontant typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Lafontant 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. Lafontant. 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:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Lafontant typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Lafontant performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lafontant. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Flexible Endoscopic Swallowing Evaluation (FEES)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Endoscopy
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- FEES Test
- Swallowing Endoscopy
- Video Swallowing Study
- Dysphagia Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92612: Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing by cine or video recording;
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Voice Prosthetic Fitting
- Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
- Voice Device Assessment
- Artificial Voice Fitting
CPT Codes:
- 92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech
Does Dr. Lafontant accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafontant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 456-9470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafontant accept in Elkins Park, PA?
Dr. Lafontant in Elkins Park, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Lafontant's office located?
Dr. Gilbert Lafontant's Primary Practice
60 Township Line Rd
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 456-9470
What hospitals are Dr. Lafontant affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lafontant has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lafontant's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafontant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306916093.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafontant?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafontant