Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fontenot, Hospitalist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Brandi Fontenot, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Fontenot is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fontenot’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fontenot’s office at (225) 647-8511.
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 Hospitalist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Fontenot perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brandi Fontenot may include:
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 (225) 647-8511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fontenot accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Fontenot in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fontenot's office located?
Dr. Brandi Fontenot's Primary Practice
17000 Medical Center Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 647-8511
Dr. Brandi Fontenot's Practice 2
2647 S Saint Elizabeth Blvd Ste 100
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 765-5500
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 1770882656.
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. Brandi Fontenot's specialty?
Dr. Fontenot is a Hospitalist near Baton Rouge, LA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Fontenot to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brandi Fontenot affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fontenot is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Brandi Fontenot accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Brandi Fontenot is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brandi Fontenot offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fontenot's office at (225) 647-8511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brandi Fontenot?
Please contact Dr. Fontenot's office at (225) 647-8511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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