Dr. Kevin D. Rutz

About the Doctor

Dr. Kevin D. Rutz is an orthopedist in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in general orthopedic surgery and orthopedic spine surgery. He received his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 21 years. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Southern Illinois University (1997–2002). Dr. Rutz has clinical expertise in treating bursitis and joint inflammation, spinal fusion, spinal stenosis and spondylosis, lower back pain, and neck pain and spine problems.

• Over 21 years of experience

• Accepting new patients

• Patients’ Top Choice (5/5 rating from 302 reviews)

• Subspecialties in general orthopedics and orthopedic spine surgery

• Expertise in spinal fusion and non-fusion spine treatments

Education & Training

Medical School – Baylor College of Medicine

Residency – Southern Illinois University, Orthopaedic Surgery (1997–2002)

Fellowship/Additional Training – None listed

Medical Conditions Treated

• Bursitis and joint inflammation

• Spinal stenosis and spondylosis

• Lower back pain

• Neck pain and spine problems

• Conditions requiring spinal fusion

• Herniated discs

• Degenerative disc disease

Medical Procedures Performed

• Spinal fusion surgery

• Back and neck pain treatment without fusion (e.g., decompression, discectomy – assumed)

• Laminectomy

• Foraminotomy

• Artificial disc replacement (assumed based on non-fusion treatments)

• Orthopedic consultations and physical therapy referrals

Services Offered

Dr. Rutz provides comprehensive orthopedic spine care, including diagnosis and non-surgical management of back and neck pain, bursitis, and joint inflammation, as well as advanced surgical interventions such as spinal fusion and other motion‑preserving procedures. He emphasizes clear communication, thorough evaluation, and individualized treatment plans. Patients appreciate his knowledge, professionalism, and the supportive office staff. No online consultations are explicitly mentioned; please contact the office directly.

• Spine disorder diagnosis and treatment (cervical, thoracic, lumbar)

• Surgical and non‑surgical management of back and neck pain

• Spinal fusion and non‑fusion spine surgery

• Bursitis and joint inflammation treatment

• Preoperative and postoperative care

• Referrals to physical therapy and pain management

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Regence Health Plans (PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 2325 Dougherty Ferry Rd, Suite 200, St. Louis, MO 63122
Phone: (314) 909-1359

Hospital Affiliations

None listed in the source. Dr. Rutz practices at Orthopedic Specialists, PC in St. Louis, MO. No hospital affiliation is provided.