Summary

Dr. Nathan Fountain is a neurologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the brain and nervous system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine and completed both his residency and fellowship training at the University of Virginia Medical Center in 1993 and 1996 respectively. With over four decades of medical experience since beginning his career, Dr. Fountain holds board certifications in neurology from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Fountain practices at University of Virginia Children's Hospital and sees patients in Charlottesville, Virginia. His clinical expertise centers on epilepsy care and seizure disorders, including focal seizures that affect specific areas of the brain. He utilizes diagnostic tools such as electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and MRI imaging to evaluate neurological conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 41 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Virginia Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic

1221 Lee St. 4th FloorCharlottesville, VA 22903
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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NeurologyNeurologyPsychiatryNeurology
Accepts New Patients
4.3 
3.5 
4.5 
41 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Charlottesville , VANew York , NYCharlottesville , VACharlottesville , VA
Med School: University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine Med School: Newcastle University UK Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Nathan B Fountain

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Innovation Health
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • Optum Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Nathan B Fountain has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Nathan B Fountain has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electroencephalography (EEG)
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Status Epilepticus
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Nathan B Fountain holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Urology and Neurology by the American Board of Urology and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Urology by the American Board of Urology in 1999, board certified in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and board certified in Urology by the American Board of Urology in 1995.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Virginia Medical Center in 1996.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Virginia Medical Center in 1993 and University of Virginia Medical Center in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine in 1989 and University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Nathan B Fountain's NPI number is 1629147244.

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