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Dr. Kristin Bussey-Smith, MD

Dr. Kristin Bussey-Smith, MD

Rheumatology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Kristin Bussey-Smith, MD is a rheumatologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 2001. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Methodist Hospital and Methodist Hospital Stone Oak. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

19260 Stone Oak Pkwy Ste 101 San Antonio, TX 78258
Telehealth available
(210) 495-4335

Dr. Bussey-Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bussey-Smith specializes in the areas of Allergy & Immunology, Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Bussey-Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bussey-Smith

4.4

14 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 28, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 05, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Jason in San Antonio, TX – Feb 10, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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L.Rivera in San Antonio, TX – Jun 07, 2018
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Kristin Bussey-Smith, MD is a rheumatologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 2001. She is affiliated...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

  • Allergy & Immunology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Allergy & Immunology®
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Allergy & Immunology
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Bussey-Smith is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Allergy Asthma Immunology & Rheumatology Institute Aair19260 Stone Oak Pkwy Ste 101 San Antonio, TX 78258
    1

    Practice

    Office1200 Brooklyn Ave San Antonio, TX 78212
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hill Country Memorial Hospital

      1020 S State Highway 16
      Fredericksburg, TX 78624
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Peterson Regional Medical Center

      551 Hill Country Dr
      Kerrville, TX 78028
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      14% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Methodist Hospital Stone Oak

      1139 E Sonterra Blvd
      San Antonio, TX 78258
      Recipient of 22
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality