HELEN VIDALI FOUNTAIN MD
NPI 1609855436
Pediatrics - Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine in New Orleans, LA
NPI Status: Active since January 11, 2006
Contact Information
2700 NAPOLEON AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA
ZIP 70115
Phone: (504) 842-3650
Fax: (504) 894-2086
- Individual
- Female
- Pediatrics
- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
- Accepts Insurance
- PECOS Enrolled
About HELEN FOUNTAIN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Helen Fountain, a pediatrician established in New Orleans, Louisiana with a medical specialization in Pediatrics, focusing in neonatal-perinatal medicine . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1609855436 assigned on January 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2080N0001X with license number 310744 (LA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated April 2026.
- NPI
- 1609855436
- Provider Name
- HELEN VIDALI FOUNTAIN MD
- Other Name
- BARBARA HELEN O'DONAVAN MD
- Other Name Type
- Other Name (5)
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2700 NAPOLEON AVE NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115
- Location Phone
- (504) 842-3650
- Location Fax
- (504) 894-2086
- Mailing Address
- 1514 JEFFERSON HWY NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
- Mailing Phone
- (504) 842-4000
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 01-11-2006
- Last Update Date
- 04-19-2026
- Code Navigator
A pediatrician like Helen Fountain is a physician who has completed a pediatric residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in a pediatric specialty. Pediatric care providers are trained to care for newborns, infants, children and adolescents. A pediatrician could perform physical exams, manage vaccinations, monitor development milestones, diagnose illnesses, infections, injuries or other health problems, etc.
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 3001 Hospital Dr
Cheverly, MD 20785
(301) 809-2091 - 1613 Harrison Pkwy Suite 200
Sunrise, FL 33323
(800) 437-2672 - 1613 Harrison Pkwy Suite 200
Sunrise, FL 33323
(800) 437-2672 - 8111 Township Line Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 415-7921
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Pediatrics Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 2080N0001X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 310744
- License State
- LA
- Taxonomy Description
- A pediatrician who is the principal care provider for sick newborn infants. Clinical expertise is used for direct patient care and for consulting with obstetrical colleagues to plan for the care of mothers who have high-risk pregnancies.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2080N0001X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | D55052 (MD) |
| 2 | 2080N0001X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | 200401059 (NC) |
| 3 | 2080N0001X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | 01043471A (IN) |
| 4 | 2080N0001X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | 3000-320 (WI) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Bronze Complete 4 $0 Tier-1 PCP Visits, $0 Antidote 24/7 Virtual PCP/Urg/Chronic Care, $0 Core Rx - HMO
- Bronze Complete+Dental 4 $0 Tier-1 PCP Visits, $0 Antidote 24/7 Virtual PCP/Urg/Chronic Care, $0 Core Rx - HMO
- Bronze Elite 4 $0 Tier-1 PCP Visits, $0 Antidote 24/7 Virtual PCP/Urg/Chronic Care/Referred Labs, $0 Advanced Rx - HMO
- Bronze Elite+Dental 4 $0 Tier-1 PCP Visits, $0 Antidote 24/7 Virtual PCP/Urg/Chronic Care/Referred Labs, $0 Advanced Rx - HMO
- Bronze Standard - HMO
- Gold Complete 4 $0 Tier-1 PCP Visits, $0 Antidote 24/7 Virtual PCP/Urg/Chronic Care, $0 Core Rx - HMO
- Gold Complete+Dental 4 $0 Tier-1 PCP Visits, $0 Antidote 24/7 Virtual PCP/Urg/Chronic Care, $0 Core Rx - HMO
- Gold Elite 4 $0 Tier-1 PCP Visits, $0 Antidote 24/7 Virtual PCP/Urg/Chronic Care/Referred Labs, $0 Advanced Rx - HMO
- Gold Elite+Dental 4 $0 Tier-1 PCP Visits, $0 Antidote 24/7 Virtual PCP/Urg/Chronic Care/Referred Labs, $0 Advanced Rx - HMO
- Gold Standard - HMO
- Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (L) - POS
- Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (N) - POS
- Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (S) - POS
- Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (H) HSA Eligible - POS
- Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (L) HSA Eligible - POS
- Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (N) HSA Eligible - POS
- Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (S) HSA Eligible - POS
- Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (L) - POS
- Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (N) - POS
- Blue Connect Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (S) - POS
- Inspire by Medica Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Inspire by Medica Bronze Share - EPO
- Inspire by Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
- Inspire by Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Inspire by Medica Gold Share - EPO
- Inspire by Medica Gold Standard - EPO
- Inspire by Medica Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Inspire by Medica Silver Share - EPO
- Inspire by Medica Silver Standard - EPO
- Medica Insure Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Bronze Classic - EPO
- Bronze Classic | with Bryan Health - EPO
- Bronze Classic 4700 - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard | with Bryan Health - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | with Bryan Health - EPO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes - EPO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes | with Bryan Health - EPO
- Gold Classic Standard - EPO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13705 | OTHER (01) | NC | BCBS |
| 8913705 | MEDICAID (05) | NC | |
| 43713 | OTHER (01) | FL | BCBS |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Helen Fountain is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1609855436, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 64. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 64 = 6).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 64 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1609855436, enumerated as an "individual" on January 11, 2006.
The provider is located at 2700 NAPOLEON AVE NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115 and the phone number is (504) 842-3650.
Pediatrics with taxonomy code 2080N0001X and a focus in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc., HMO Louisiana,. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
