Summary

Dr. Thomas Fontenot is a family medicine physician who has dedicated four decades to providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed his residency at University Medical Center. With 40 years of experience in family practice, Dr. Fontenot brings extensive knowledge to addressing the diverse health needs of families and individuals throughout their lives. He is fluent in both French and English, allowing him to serve a broader community with personalized care.

Dr. Fontenot practices at Family Practice Associates in Ville Platte, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating various pain conditions including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. He also addresses flank pain and other musculoskeletal concerns that affect patients across different age groups. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, manual therapy, and TENS therapy to help patients manage pain and improve their quality of life. Patients have given Dr. Fontenot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and effective care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 40 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, English
  • University Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Family Practice Associates

417 E Lincoln RdVille Platte, LA 70586
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
40 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, English Speaks English
Ville Platte , LAOpelousas , LACottonport , LAPINE PRAIRIE , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Glenn Fontenot

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • IHC Health Solutions
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - HMO
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Security Life
  • Security Life - POS
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Glenn Fontenot has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Glenn Fontenot has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Medical Center

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated in 1986

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Does Dr. Thomas Fontenot accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Thomas Fontenot accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Thomas Fontenot's office located?
Dr. Thomas Fontenot's office is located at 417 E Lincoln Rd, Ville Platte, LA, 70586.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Fontenot speak?
Dr. Thomas Fontenot speaks French and English.

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