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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fontenot, Family Medicine Specialist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Christopher Fontenot, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fontenot is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fontenot’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fontenot’s office at (337) 261-6000.
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 Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Nail Dystrophy
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Routine Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After-birth Follow-up
- Postnatal Care Visit
- Maternal Postpartum Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up
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:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
Also known as:
- Ram's Horn Nails
- Nail Disease
- Onychogryphosis
- Thickened nails
- Curved nails
ICD-10 Codes:
- L602: Onychogryphosis
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fontenot perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Fontenot may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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) 261-6000 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fontenot's office located?
Dr. Christopher Fontenot's Primary Practice
2390 W Congress St
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 261-6000
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 1700204898.
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. Christopher Fontenot's specialty?
Dr. Fontenot is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lafayette, LA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Fontenot to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Fontenot affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fontenot is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christopher Fontenot accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Fontenot is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Fontenot offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fontenot's office at (337) 261-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Fontenot?
Please contact Dr. Fontenot's office at (337) 261-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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