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BENJAMIN P FONTENOT CRNA
NPI 1619269644
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered in Houston, TX

Active since May 10, 2011Accepts Medicare Assignment
1313 HERMANN DR STE 270, HOUSTON, TX 77004(713) 527-5270 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 23, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Benjamin P Fontenot Crna NPPES

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

BENJAMIN P FONTENOT CRNA (NPI 1619269644) is an individual nurse anesthetist, certified registered in Houston, Texas, licensed in Louisiana (AP08140) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. He is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619269644
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy367500000X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN P FONTENOTCredential: CRNA
Location Address1313 HERMANN DR STE 270Houston, TX 77004-7005
Mailing Address149 Bernard StEunice, LA 70535-4201
Phone(713) 527-5270
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 23, 2015
✔ NPI 1619269644 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code367500000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · AP08140
Definition
(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.
1313 HERMANN DR STE 270, Houston, TX 77004
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HMO Louisiana.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Benjamin P Fontenot Crna is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5799955530
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150318000307

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
22 services22 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
20 services20 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

Acadia General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Crowley, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190044
Location1305 Crowley Rayne HighwayCrowley, LA 70526 · Acadia County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77004 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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 3

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

JAN HARLAND M.D.
Anesthesiology
1313 HERMANN DR STE 270
HOUSTON, TX 77004
Harris County (281) 580-9030
LARRY TONG MD
Anesthesiology
1313 HERMANN DR STE 270
HOUSTON, TX 77004
Harris County (713) 527-5270
MARY C JEU M.D.
Anesthesiology
1313 HERMANN DR STE 270
HOUSTON, TX 77004
Harris County (281) 580-9030

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 Benjamin Fontenot's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Fontenot is 1619269644. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2011.

Where is Benjamin Fontenot located?

Benjamin Fontenot practices at 1313 Hermann Dr Ste 270, Houston, TX 77004. The listed phone number is (713) 527-5270.

What is Benjamin Fontenot's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

Is Benjamin Fontenot enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Fontenot is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Benjamin Fontenot accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list Benjamin 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 Benjamin Fontenot affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin Fontenot is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Acadia General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Fontenot was last updated on January 23, 2015. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.