Dr. Andre J Fontana

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 42+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Andre J Fontana, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgery specialist in Mobile, Alabama. He attended and graduated from University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine in 1982, having over 42 years of diverse experience, especially in Orthopedic Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Mobile Infirmary, Springhill Medical Center. Dr. Andre J Fontana also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic, Pc. Dr. Andre J Fontana accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (251) 410-3600 to request Dr. Andre J Fontana the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 3610 Springhill Memorial Dr
Mobile, AL 36608-1162

Phone 1: (251) 410-3600

Fax: (251) 410-3700
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Andre J Fontana
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7113826264
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 42 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Andre J Fontana attended and graduated from University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine in 1982.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1578563938
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 28, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Andre J Fontana

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Andre J Fontana has been primarily specialized in Orthopaedic Surgery for over 42 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Orthopaedic Surgery
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    Orthopaedic Surgery
    An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic, Pc


Practice Locations

3610 Springhill Memorial Dr
Mobile, AL 36608-1162
Phone: (251) 410-3600
Fax: (251) 410-3700
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


3610 Springhill Mem Dr N
Mobile, AL 36608-1203
Phone: 25141036003651
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, August 3, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Tuesday, March 18, 2008. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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