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Dr. Richard Lutz, DO

Dr. Richard Lutz, DO

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*

Dr. Richard Lutz, DO is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Austin, TX. He is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

4700 Seton Center Pkwy Ste 200 Austin, TX 78759

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Dr. Lutz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lutz

4.2
29 ratings, 17 with a written review
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Excellent surgeon, best I've ever gone to. Best bedside manner, explains everything.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jim Bush – Sep 08, 2024
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I really appreciate his approach to healthcare. He is a caring, compassionate physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Patricia – Nov 14, 2018
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I am very pleased with the care I received with Dr Lutz and would recommended him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dan Wilkins in Chico, TX – Oct 03, 2018
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After suffering low back pain for several years and injections were not solving the problem, I consulted with Dr. Lutz. Dr. Lutz is professional, compassionate and listened to what I had to say. After reviewing my MRI, he said he could help me and I decided to have him perform my surgery. As a result of my experience, I highly recommend Dr. Lutz to anyone considering back surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Cynthia in Leander, TX – Sep 30, 2018
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Dr. Lutz is not only an excellent surgeon, he is also a good listener. He takes the time to understand one's complaints and freely enters into dialog regarding the problem(s) and possible remedies. I highly recommend him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Ed – Aug 25, 2018
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I found Dr Lutz to be very friendly and took the necessary time to explain his observations and recommendations.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jim Bradley – Jun 02, 2018
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I've been going to Dr. Lutz for years, and is recommend him to anyone. He's very knowledgeable, kind, and always gives me options. I love that he never pushes me to choose something; it's all about what works for my lifestyle.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jun 02, 2018
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I was not impressed with him at all. He did not address any of my concerns with any seriousness. He seemed like he just did not really care. He acted like my chronic pain was some sort of mild normality. He told me that point injections would probably be a good idea, but he doesn’t do them, handed me some stretches and sent me on my way. Waste of time & money. Facility is nice, pretty clean. Sign in & check out staff was pretty friendly. Beyond that... there was a lot of condescension.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
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Jun 01, 2018
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Dr.Lutz is an excellent surgeon who actually listens to what you have to say about your medical issues. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Dec 20, 2017
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My surgery went very well and my recovery (two weeks after the procedure) is going better than expected.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Pflugerville – Nov 17, 2017
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Dr. Lutz listens to what you have to say, then gives his opinion regarding your best treatment. This instead of giving out pills.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Cathey Campbell in Round Rock, TX – Oct 18, 2017
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He is the only person I would trust with my spine. I went from a life where pain was my own reality to a life filled with possibility. Thank you Dr. Lutz for your quiet expertise.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Amanda Berger in Austin TX – Oct 15, 2017
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I met with Dr. Lutz to be examined for the cause of my chronic back pain. He was very thorough and took the time to review my X-rays with me, discuss my issues, and patiently answer all of my questions. Exceptional care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Cliff in Leander, TX – Aug 08, 2017
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Dr. Lutz is a nice man. Easy to talk to to, He did my spine surgery and I had few complications, but I don't have anyone else to compare him to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 others found this helpful
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Sybil Vosler in Round Rock, TX – May 26, 2017
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I feel completely confident with Dr Lutz care. He puts you at ease with his bedside manner. I feel lucky to have had him do my surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Brenda Stewart in Leander, TX – May 19, 2017
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I have been a patient of his since 1995; saw him the first time for a car accident/knee injury. through the years I have had to go back for various knee issues and even had my son visit with him for a knee injury. I am and have always been very pleased with his attention to detail and the hospitality that I have received from his office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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mary in Austin, TX – Jan 12, 2017
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I consulted with Dr. Richard Lutz for my shoulder and back pain. I had one of the horrible experience with him. He didn’t even take time to listen to the issue. He looked at X-ray and provided impossible and unbelievable issues for my symptom. He didnt provide with enough information and education even after asking. In addition to the improper diagnosis, he charged me 3 times what I paid in another good hospital. His prescribed pain reliever ended up upsetting my stomach. I consulted with anothe
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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TX – Aug 09, 2016
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In 2019 Dr Lutz has decided to take on a new challenge, retirement.  With sad, very grateful hearts all of us at Texas Orthopedics wish Dr Lutz all the very best in his retirement from the full-time practice of medicine.  You still may...read more
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Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates PA4700 Seton Center Pkwy Ste 200 Austin, TX 78759
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