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Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 51
Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD
4.8 (140 Ratings)

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Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Austin, TX.
Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD
4.8 (140 Ratings)
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Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 51
Austin, TX
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Austin, TX.

About

Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Austin, TX. They graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and completed a residency at University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine. They currently practice at Austin Spine - Central and are affiliated with St. David's Medical Center. Dr. Kuhns has experience treating conditions like Spinal Stenosis and Spondylolisthesis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kuhns received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 140 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kuhns is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Spinal Cord Decompression
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Cervical Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Scoliosis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Deformities
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Herniated Disc Surgery
Laminoforaminotomy
Spinal Fusion
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Back Pain
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sacrum Disorders
Schmorl's Nodes
Sciatica
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Spinal Cord Injury
Spondylitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Upper Back Pain
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Spine Fracture Treatment
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Back Disorders
Bursitis of Hip
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Dural Tear
Foot Fracture
Gout
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Head and Neck Conditions
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Marfan Syndrome
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Tarlov Cyst
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Torticollis
Cervical Spine Surgery
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Lumbar Microdiscectomy
Lumbar Spine Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Neurostimulator Implantation
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Scoliosis Spinal Fusion
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Superior Health Plan
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Blue Preferred Plus POS
    Blue Preferred Select
  • Open Access
  • Blue Advantage HMO
    Blue Card PPO
    Blue Choice
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
    Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
    LocalPlus
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
    First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Group Health Cooperative
  • Tricare
  • HealthLink PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
    Preferred PPO
  • Molina
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • TriCare for Life
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Options PPO
    United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Austin Spine - Central
    3000 N Interstate 35 Ste 708, Austin, TX 78705

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kuhns
4.8
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1 Star (6)

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Patient Reviews
Sep 30, 2023
Very efficient and organized. In-depth discussion immediately. Built plan of process for surgery and then executed the plan precisely! MORE than impressed with the progress of my recovery based on all his team had to do!! Well done team. Well done!
Dawn Michelle Girouard — Sep 30, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Ensuring that he continues to deliver optimal spinal care to his patients with training and knowledge of the latest advancements in technology, research and surgical techniques.
Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD is an orthopedic spine surgery specialist in Austin, TX. He specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Washington University School of Medicine
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kuhns' profile.

Dr. Kuhns frequently treats the following conditions: Spinal Stenosis and Spondylolisthesis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Craig Kuhns, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St, Austin, TX