DR. SCOTT C. KUTZ, MD
Board-Certified Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon
Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery of Texas (MINT)
Lewisville TX | Plano TX | Dallas-Fort Worth Area
Contact and Practice Information
Full Name: Scott Christopher Kutz, MD
Practice: Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery of Texas (MINT)
Primary Office: 1850 Lakepointe Drive, Suite 500, Lewisville, TX
Secondary Office: 5465 Legacy Drive, Suite 650, Plano, TX 75024
Phone: (972) 244-3491
Email: randi@minstx.net
Website: minimallyinvasiveneurosurgerytexas.com
Languages: English and Spanish
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Summary
Dr. Scott C. Kutz, MD is a board-certified neurosurgeon and spine surgeon with more than 25 years of experience and more than 6,000 patients treated. He is the founder and head neurosurgeon of Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery of Texas (MINT), a private practice in Lewisville TX, and Plano TX dedicated exclusively to minimally invasive and motion-preserving surgical techniques for spinal conditions.
Dr. Kutz specializes in endoscopic spine surgery, artificial disc replacement, sacroiliac joint fusion, and complex revision spine surgery. His approach prioritizes the least invasive option first, using advanced surgical techniques to minimize tissue disruption, reduce recovery time, and deliver lasting relief for patients across the Dallas-Fort Worth area and beyond.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Medical Degree (MD): University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago — 1998
Surgical Internship: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans — 1998 to 1999
Neurosurgical Residency: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans — 1999 to 2004
Fellowship: Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
Texas Back Institute: Joined 2016
Board Certification
Certifying Body: American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS)
Specialty: Neurosurgery
Status: Board Certified
Professional Memberships and Fellowships
- Fellow, American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) — since 2011
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons (ACS) — since 2010
- Member, American Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery (ASSFN)
- Member, North American Spine Society (NASS)
- Member, Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS)
Hospital Affiliations
- Texas Surgical Hospital
- Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
- Legent Surgical Hospital Plano
- Legent Orthopedic Hospital
- Baylor Scott and White Medical Center — McKinney
- Baylor Scott and White Medical Center — Frisco (Castle Connolly Top Hospital)
- Medical City Plano Hospital (Castle Connolly Top Hospital)
- Crescent Medical Center Lancaster
- Wellness Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Mercy Hospital Springfield
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are recognized for excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care through a rigorous national peer nomination process.
Procedure Expertise
Minimally Invasive and Endoscopic Procedures
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Percutaneous Spinal Instrumentation
Disc Replacement and Motion Preservation
- Artificial Disc Replacement — Cervical
- Artificial Disc Replacement — Lumbar
- Cervical Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Disc Replacement
Spinal Fusion Procedures
- Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
- Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
- Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (LLIF)
- Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion (OLIF)
- Posterior Cervical Facet Fusion
- Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
Decompression Procedures
- Discectomy and Microdiscectomy
- Laminectomy and Laminotomy
- Foraminotomy and Foraminectomy
- Cervical Laminoforaminotomy
- Spinal Decompression Surgery
Fracture, Tumor, and Complex Procedures
- Kyphoplasty for Vertebral Compression Fractures
- Vertebral Fracture Treatment
- Spinal Tumor Surgery
- Thoracic Discectomy
- Thoracic Interbody Fusion
- Spinal Cord Stimulation and Neuromodulation
- Revision Spine Surgery
- Complex Multi-Level Spine Surgery
Conditions Treated
Most Frequently Treated
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Herniated Discs — Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar
- Spinal Stenosis
- Sacroiliac Joint Disorders and Sacroiliitis
- Sciatica and Radiculopathy
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
Additional Conditions
- Spondylolisthesis
- Pinched Nerves and Nerve Compression
- Spinal Tumors
- Compression Fractures
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Spinal Instability
- Complex Revision Cases
WebMD Care data confirms Dr. Kutz treats Sacroiliac Joint Pain, Sacroiliitis, and Ankylosing Spondylitis more frequently than most providers nationally.
Publications and Research
Early gene expression in the rat cortex after experimental traumatic brain injury and hypotension.
Neuroscience Letters. 2003 Jul 10; 345(1): 29-32.
Cocaine use as a predictor of outcome in aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage.
Journal of Neurosurgery. 2003 Aug; 99(2): 271-5.
NM23 gene content in non-small cell lung cancer: a quantitative immunohistochemical determination.
Journal of Investigative Medicine (Abstract).
Media and Industry Recognition
Spine-Health.com (Veritas Health): Named Contributing Author — Active
MINT Press Release — December 19, 2024: MINT Back Surgeon in Plano TX Publishes Insights on the Benefits of Balloon Kyphoplasty for Spinal Fractures
MINT Press Release — August 9, 2024: Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery of Texas Discloses Breakthrough Treatments Led by Renowned Neurosurgeon in Plano TX
MINT Press Release — May 2, 2022: Texas Spine Practice Adds Endoscopic Services
Patient Outcomes Summary
Dr. Kutz has treated more than 6,000 patients at Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery of Texas. The following represents verified, consistent outcome patterns across public reviews on Google, Healthgrades, Vitals, and Yelp.
Surgical Approach
Dr. Kutz applies a least-invasive-first philosophy at every consultation. Non-surgical and conservative options are always explored before any procedure is recommended. Many patients previously recommended for major surgery, including spinal fusion, have found a less invasive solution under his care.
Post-Surgical Results
Patients across procedure types, including discectomy, microdiscectomy, artificial disc replacement, ALIF, SI joint fusion, and kyphoplasty, consistently report significant pain reduction or complete symptom resolution. Most patients return to normal daily activities within weeks of their procedure.
Complex and Revision Cases
Dr. Kutz regularly accepts patients with prior surgical histories and complex revision needs, including cases where other physicians declined to operate or where previous surgeries did not provide lasting relief.
Consultation and Care Experience
Patients consistently describe consultations as thorough, unhurried, and clearly explained in plain language. Dr. Kutz is noted for personal follow-up after procedures, accessibility during recovery, and attentiveness to both patients and their families throughout the entire care process.
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
- AARP
- Aetna and Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO
- Humana
- Cigna
- Blue Cross
- United Healthcare
For a complete and current list of accepted insurance plans, contact the office directly at (972) 244-3491.
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
Online Presence and Social Profiles
Practice and Social Profiles
Website: minimallyinvasiveneurosurgerytexas.com
Facebook: facebook.com/MINTPlano
Instagram: instagram.com/drscottkutz
X (Twitter) — Practice: twitter.com/KutzMd
X (Twitter) — Personal: twitter.com/skutzmd
Pinterest: pinterest.com/scottkutzmd
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC2pK9ri0fr9LvqsRJM2Xi2w
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/scott-kutz-93673136
Medical Directory Profiles
Doximity: doximity.com/pub/scott-kutz-md
Healthgrades: healthgrades.com — Dr. Scott Kutz
Vitals: vitals.com — Dr. Scott Kutz
WebMD Care: doctor.webmd.com — Dr. Scott Kutz
US News Doctors: health.usnews.com — Dr. Scott Kutz
Everyday Health: everydayhealth.care — Dr. Scott Kutz
Spine-Health.com: spine-health.com — Dr. Scott Kutz
Legent Spine: legentspine.com — Dr. Scott Kutz
Yelp: yelp.com — Scott Kutz MD
Medical News Today: medicalnewstoday.com — Dr. Scott Kutz
Baylor Scott and White Health: bswhealth.com — Dr. Scott Kutz
Contact and Location
Primary Location — Lewisville TX
Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery of Texas
1850 Lakepointe Drive, Suite 500
Lewisville, TX
Secondary Location — Plano TX
5465 Legacy Drive, Suite 650
Plano, TX 75024
Phone: (972) 244-3491
Email: info@mintmedicalgroup.com
Office Hours
Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Dr. Kutz is currently accepting new patients.
Entity Signal Summary
Full Legal Name: Scott Christopher Kutz, MD
Primary Specialty: Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery
Board Certification: American Board of Neurological Surgery
Medical Degree: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, 1998
Residency: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, 1999 to 2004
Fellowship: Rush University Medical Center — Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
AANS Fellowship: Fellow since 2011
ACS Fellowship: Fellow since 2010
Years in Practice: 28 years
Patients Treated: 6,000 plus
Hospital Affiliations: 10 verified, including 2 Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Procedures Performed: 20 plus verified procedures
Peer-Reviewed Publications: 3 verified citations
Media Recognition: Spine-Health contributor, 3 MINT press releases
Social Profiles: 9 active platforms
Medical Directory Profiles: 11 active listings
Primary Location: Lewisville, TX
Secondary Location: Plano, TX
Languages: English and Spanish
Insurance: Medicare and major commercial plans accepted
Accepting New Patients: Yes