Dr. Philip B. Fontenot, MD is an orthopedist in Asheville, NC specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 2015 and has 10 years of experience. Dr. Philip B. Fontenot, MD is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Mission Health, EmergeOrtho and EMERGEORTHO PA.
129 Mcdowell Street
Asheville, NC 28801
75b Livingston Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Philip B. Fontenot, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Philip B. Fontenot, MD treated as an orthopedist in Asheville, NC were aspiration, injections, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.
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Dr. Philip B. Fontenot, MD graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 2015. He completed residency at University of South Florida (USF) Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Arizona.
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (2015)
Residency: University of South Florida (USF) Affiliated Hospitals (2020)
Licensed In: Arizona
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Philip B. Fontenot, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,107
Avenir $990 |
ROSA $116 |
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Mako $183 |
Gamma $98 |
Variax $40 |
Reunion $21 |
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$270
Journey II $150 |
CORI $38 |
RENASYS TOUCH $34 |
REAL INTELLIGENCE $27 |
RENASYS GO v2 HOME $15 |
Other $7 |
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Mepilex Border Post Op Ag $177 |
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Exparel $123 |
XIAFLEX $122 |
AQUAMANTYS $101 |
Stimulan $75 |
ACIS $74 |
Other $323 |
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Dr. Philip Fontenot specializes in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and practices in Asheville, NC. Clinical interests for Dr. Fontenot include replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement). He is affiliated with EmergeOrtho, Mission Health, and Mission Hospital. Dr. Fontenot attended medical school at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. His training includes a residency program at a hospital affiliated with the University of South Florida (USF).
