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Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 58
Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD
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Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Nashville, TN.
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Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 58
Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Nashville, TN.

About

Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Nashville, TN and has 31 years experience. They graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1993 and completed a residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School.They currently practice at Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics - StoneCrest and are affiliated with Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center and Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center. Dr. Kauffman has experience treating conditions like Radiculopathy among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kauffman received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 99 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Kauffman is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Radiculopathy
Spine Deformities
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Radiculopathy
Spine Deformities
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Radiculopathy
Spine Deformities
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Pathological Spine Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Disorders
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Miner's Knee
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Upper Back Pain
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Cervical Microdiscectomy
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Disc Replacement
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Laminoplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Percutaneous Aspiration for Spinal Cord Cyst or Syrinx
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Spine Surgery
Steroid Injection
Surgical Procedures
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • BlueCare
  • Medicare
  • Choice Care (Humana)
  • Cigna PPO
    Flexcare
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Humana POS
    Humana PPO
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
    PHCS Network PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • All Savers
    Choice Plus
    Community Plan
    Dental
    United Healthcare
    United Healthcare POS
  • Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

  1. 1 Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics at Harding Place
    394 Harding Pl, Nashville, TN 37211
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 834-4482
  2. 2 Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics - Hendersonville
    353 New Shackle Island Rd Ste 141C, Hendersonville, TN 37075
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 826-7171
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 13:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kauffman
4.3
Based on 99 Reviews
5 Stars (77)
4 Stars (6)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (14)

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Patient Reviews
Sep 20, 2024
Very caring and empathetic surgeon. Had a great visit. Front desk people were friendly and the Xray technician was excellent.
— Sep 20, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Internship

Internship
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
    1998
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California
    1999
Fellowship Hospital
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Does Dr. Kauffman communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Kauffman offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Kauffman offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Kauffman have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Kauffman offer weekend visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD is affiliated with Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center and Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Kauffman, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center

    355 New Shackle Island Rd, Hendersonville, TN

  • Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center

    391 Wallace Rd, Nashville, TN