Dr. Jean Lafontant, MD
Perris, CA
Who is Dr. Lafontant, Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist in Perris, CA?
Dr. Jean Lafontant, MD is a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Perris, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lafontant graduated from State University of Medicine and Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center Program. Dr. Lafontant is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafontant’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafontant’s office at (951) 355-0030.
Where did Dr. Lafontant go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center Program
Medical School: State University of Medicine and Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lafontant speak?
Dr. Lafontant and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lafontant typically treat?
As a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lafontant typically perform?
As a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jean Lafontant may include:
- Preventive Medicine Consultation
- Preventive Medicine Follow Up
- Public Health Consultation
- Public Health Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lafontant's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lafontant accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafontant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 355-0030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafontant accept in Perris, CA?
Dr. Lafontant in Perris, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlphaCare
Centene Corporation
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lafontant's office located?
What is Dr. Lafontant's NPI number?An 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 1043501851.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafontant?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafontant
What is Dr. Jean Lafontant's specialty?
Dr. Lafontant is a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist near Perris, CA.
What does a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist do?
Public health and general preventive medicine emphasize the promotion of health, disease prevention, and the management of community health for specific populations. Practitioners in this field integrate population-based public health expertise with an understanding of clinical practices aimed at primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention across diverse settings.
Is this Dr. Jean Lafontant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lafontant is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Loma Linda University Medical Center. 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
When to see a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Jean Lafontant accepting new patients in Perris, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jean Lafontant is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jean Lafontant offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafontant's office at (951) 355-0030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jean Lafontant?
Please contact Dr. Lafontant's office at (951) 355-0030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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