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BENNETT FONTENOT M.D.
NPI 1033316310
Surgery in Lafayette, LA

Active since June 29, 2007PECOS Enrolled
900 E SAINT MARY BLVD STE 104, LAFAYETTE, LA 70503(337) 504-3640 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Nov 9, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Bennett Fontenot M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

BENNETT FONTENOT M.D. (NPI 1033316310) is an individual surgery provider in Lafayette, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.205820) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Charleston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033316310
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameBENNETT FONTENOTCredential: M.D.
Location Address900 E SAINT MARY BLVD STE 104Lafayette, LA 70503-2378
Mailing Address104 Fernridge DrLafayette, LA 70508-5444 · (337) 504-6271
Phone(337) 504-3640
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1033316310 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · MD.205820✔ Licensed in SC · LL30088
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
900 E SAINT MARY BLVD STE 104, Lafayette, LA 70503
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 196 Jonathan Lucas St, Suite 418-BCharleston, SC 29425-8900 · Phone (843) 792-3072

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid2400541LA
Other437739YJRALA · Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Bennett Fontenot M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID3072833284
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150925001935
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
13 services13 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190002
Location1214 Coolidge AvenueLafayette, LA 70503 · Lafayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, LA
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number190259
Location1101 Kaliste Saloom RdLafayette, LA 70508 · Lafayette County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70503 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LEAH MARIE TRAHAN FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
900 E SAINT MARY BLVD STE 104
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Lafayette Parish (337) 504-3640
DR. JOSEPH PETER LUPO M.D.
Surgery
900 E SAINT MARY BLVD STE 104
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
Lafayette Parish (337) 504-3640

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Bennett Fontenot's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bennett Fontenot is 1033316310. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2007.

Where is Bennett Fontenot located?

Bennett Fontenot practices at 900 E Saint Mary Blvd Ste 104, Lafayette, LA 70503. The listed phone number is (337) 504-3640.

What is Bennett Fontenot's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Bennett Fontenot enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bennett Fontenot is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Bennett Fontenot accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Bennett Fontenot as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Bennett Fontenot affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bennett Fontenot is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bennett Fontenot was last updated on March 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.