Summary

Dr. Roch Hontas has practiced orthopedic surgery for 42 years and is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital. They treat osteoarthritis, knee osteoarthritis, and arthralgia, and perform physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy.

Dr. Hontas earned their medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed a residency at LSU Health Sciences. They see patients in Covington, Louisiana.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 15 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

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42 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Russian
Covington , LACovington , LAStockbridge , GAHammond , LA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Roch Hontas

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Roch Hontas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Roch Hontas has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Roch Hontas holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Roch Hontas' NPI number is 1659466845.

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Roch Hontas speaks English.
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