- Neurosurgeons
- TN
- Knoxville, TN
- Dr. Richard Boyer, MD
Dr. Richard Boyer, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 57
Neurosurgery
Dr. Richard Boyer, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Boyer has extensive experience in Cranial Neurosurgery, Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures, and Neurocritical Care Disorders. He graduated from University of Texas Medical School At San Antonio medical school in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Blount Memorial Hospital and University of Tennessee Medical Center. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
Neurosurgical Associates
1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 360 Knoxville, TN 37920 ()Make an Appointment
(865) 524-1869Telehealth available
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Affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center Knoxville, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Boyer
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Boyer treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Boyer treats other conditions, please contact the office at (865) 524-1869.
Cranial Neurosurgery
Cranial neurosurgeons perform surgical procedures that involve opening or passing through the skull to treat conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system.Compare with other Cranial Neurosurgery specialists.
Dr. Boyer is experienced in the area of Cranial Neurosurgery. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures
Spine specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the bones of the spine, including degenerative spine disease, herniated discs, stenosis, and fractured vertebrae, with treatments including medication, physical therapy, and surgery.Compare with other Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures specialists.
Dr. Boyer is experienced in the area of Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Neurocritical Care Disorders
Neurocritical care specialists diagnose and treat severe and life-threatening neurological conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injury, brain tumor, and traumatic brain injuryCompare with other Neurocritical Care Disorders specialists.
Dr. Boyer is experienced in the area of Neurocritical Care Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Check Dr. Boyer's experience treating your condition or procedure
Dr. Boyer's conditions and procedures:
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Acoustic Neuroma
- Aneurysm
- Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Brain
- Bone Cancer
- Brain Abscess
- Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Cancer
- Brain Surgery
- Broken Neck
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chiari Malformation Type 1
- Chiari Malformation Type 2
- Chiari's Deformity
- Chordoma
- Cranial Trauma
- Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
- Craniosynostosis, Autosomal Dominant
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Disc Replacement
- Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
- Dural Tear
- Epidural Block, Facet Blocks
- Epilepsy
- Herniated Disc
- Herniated Disc Surgery
- Hydrocephalus
- Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Meningiomas
- Myelopathy
- Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
- Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
- Nerve Sheath Tumors
- Neuroplasty
- Neurostimulation
- Neurostimulator Implantation
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteosarcoma
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Percutaneous Aspiration for Spinal Cord Cyst or Syrinx
- Pituitary Tumor
- Polyneuropathy
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Reconstruction for Craniosynos
- Repair Intracranial Aneurysm
- Scoliosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Skull Base Surgery
- Spina Bifida
- Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Spinal Cord Tumor
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Fracture Treatment
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylolisthesis
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Spinal or Cranial
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hemorrhage
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
- Torticollis
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Upper Back Pain
- Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
- Vertebral Column Tumors
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Dr. Boyer accepts
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Dr. Boyer accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- LocalPlus
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
Dr. Boyer's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Boyer
3.9
Based on 27 ratings
| 5 Stars | 62.96296296296296% | (17) |
| 4 Stars | 3.7037037037037037% | (1) |
| 3 Stars | 11.11111111111111% | (3) |
| 2 Stars | 3.7037037037037037% | (1) |
| 1 Star | 18.51851851851852% | (5) |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Richard Boyer, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Boyer has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. Richard Boyer, MD accepting new patients?
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What are Dr. Richard Boyer, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Boyer frequently treats Cranial Neurosurgery, Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures, and Neurocritical Care Disorders. See all practice areas where Dr. Boyer specializes.
Where is Dr. Richard Boyer, MD's office located?
Dr. Boyer's office is located at 1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 360, Knoxville, TN 37920. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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Locations
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- Hours
- Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.62% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% lower than the national average
79% Patients that would definitely recommend, 9% higher than the national average
13 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
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