- Neurosurgeons
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- Austin, TX
- Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD
Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 60
Neurosurgery
Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Austin, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIV OF CO SCH OF MED in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Arise Austin Medical Center and Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Austin Brain and Spine
801 W 38th St Ste 400 Austin, TX 78705Make an Appointment
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Dr. Peterson's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peterson
4.8
Based on 85 ratings
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD?
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Does Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD accept any insurance plans?
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Healthgrades insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
What conditions does Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD treat?
Dr. Peterson frequently treats the following conditions: Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement), Low Back Pain, and Aneurysm. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD's office address?
Dr. Peterson's office is located at 801 W 38th St Ste 400, Austin, TX 78705. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD able to provide telehealth services?
Dr. Peterson provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Is Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD is affiliated with Arise Austin Medical Center and Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin.
Is Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD holds board certifications in Neurosurgery.
How much experience does Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD have?
Dr. Peterson has over 34 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 4.8/5 for Dr. Daniel Peterson, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
Experience and Background Checks
Background Check
Dr. Peterson's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Peterson performs Neurostimulation more than 100% of his peers
Dr. Peterson performs this procedure more than 100% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Implantable Peripheral Neurostimulators
- Neurostimulation, Spinal
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Peterson treats Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement) more than 98% of his peers
Dr. Peterson treats this condition more than 98% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Brachial Neuritis
- Neuritis
- Neuritis With Brachial Predilection
- Optic Neuritis
- Peripheral Neuritis
- Polyneuritis
- Radiculitis
- Ulnar Neuritis
- Vestibular Neuritis
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Peterson treats Low Back Pain more than 98% of his peers
Dr. Peterson treats this condition more than 98% of his peers
Dr. Peterson's conditions and procedures:
- Aneurysm
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Brain
- Brain Abscess
- Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Broken Neck
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chiari Malformation Type 1
- Chiari Malformation Type 2
- Chiari's Deformity
- Chordoma
- Cranial Trauma
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Dural Tear
- Epilepsy
- Herniated Disc
- Hydrocephalus
- Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Meningiomas
- Myelopathy
- Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
- Neurostimulation
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Pituitary Tumor
- Polyneuropathy
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Spina Bifida
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Cord Tumor
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Fracture Treatment
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylolisthesis
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hemorrhage
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Upper Back Pain
Insurance Check
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Dr. Peterson accepts
Accepted insurance can change. Please double-check when making an appointment.
Dr. Peterson accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Ambetter
- Superior Health Plan
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- LocalPlus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Preferred PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
Locations
Austin Brain and Spine
Austin Neurosurgeons
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- Fax
- Hours
- Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Directions
Affiliated Hospitals
Dr. Peterson is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.
Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.75% Patients that would definitely recommend, 5% higher than the national average
71% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% higher than the national average
4 Awards Received
77% Patients that would definitely recommend, 7% higher than the national average
4 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
82% Patients that would definitely recommend, 12% higher than the national average
45 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
77% Patients that would definitely recommend, 7% higher than the national average
24 Awards Received
Award Highlight: State Ranking Award - Surgical Care™ (2023)
74% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% higher than the national average
Compare with other Neurosurgery Specialists
Compare Dr. Peterson with our nearby Neurosurgery Specialists at St. David's Medical Center.
Make an appointment at St. David's Medical Center today at (512) 649-0896.
These providers are on the medical staff of St. David's Medical Center.
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