Summary

Dr. RANDALL F. DRYER, MD is a BOARD CERTIFED SPINE SURGEON

Dr. Dryer specializes in treatment of degenerative conditions of the spine. Dr. Dryer is an award winning physician who utilizes the very latest minimally invasive surgical techniques to minimize recovery times and allow you to get back to enjoying life as quickly as possible.

Dr. Randall F. Dryer is a leading expert in stem cell therapies and has been named among the top 100 surgeons in the US by Becker’s Spine.

Dr. Dryer served in the United States Air Force at Wilford Hall, Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.  He progressed from staff orthopedist to Chief of Orthopedic Surgery by the time of his discharge in 1988.  He entered private practice in Austin, Texas where he joined Dr. William P. Taylor at The Austin Back Clinic in 1988.  Several years later the group expanded and became the Central Texas Spine Institute. Today, CTSI is the private practice of Dr. Dryer offering world class spine care in Austin, Texas.

Education

Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Dryer received his Bachelor of Science with honors from the University of Iowa in 1974.  He graduated from the University of Iowa medical school with an M.D. in 1977.  He completed his internship in 1978 followed by a residency in orthopedic surgery in 1982, all at the University of Iowa.

Fellowship

Dr. Dryer completed a fellowship in Spine and Hand Surgery at New Addenbrooks Hospital in Cambridge, England in 1984.

Board Certification and Memberships

Dr. Dryer was board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in 1983 and later became a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons.  He is a member of the Travis County Medical Society, the Texas Medical Association and the Texas Orthopedic Association.  Dr. Dryer is also a member of the North American Spine Society, the Cervical Spine Research Society, the Spine Arthroplasty Society, the Society of Lateral Access Surgery (SOLAS) and a past president of the Texas Spine Society.

WELCOME TO CENTRAL TEXAS SPINE INSTITUTE

Central Texas Spine Institute, PLLC, (CTSI) located in Austin, Texas, is a private medical practice offering comprehensive spine care, including diagnostic services, conservative treatment modalities, and spine surgery. 

Our professional staff is dedicated to treating our patients with dignity, respect and true caring–making your CTSI experience pleasant and offering the highest level of service. Many of our staff have been with CTSI nearly two decades, and that dedication shows in the care our patients receive.

Our office is located in Arise Austin Medical Center, off of Bee Caves Rd. The building offers free, ground level parking, with a covered drive-thru for patient convenience during inclement weather. Our office is minutes away from the hospital that Dr. Dryer does surgery at.

Dr. Dryer serves all of the Central Texas communities, including Marble Falls, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Hutto, Taylor, Bastrop, Lockhart, Elgin, Manor, Lampasas, Burnet, Kerrville, Fredericksburg, Lakeway, Cedar Park, Killeen, Temple, Westlake Hills, San Marcos, New Braunfels, Kyle, Buda, Dripping Springs, Leander, San Angelo, Waco, Wimberley, Georgetown, Sun City, Copperas Cove and all of the Hill Country.

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Office Location

Central Texas Spine Institute

3003 BEE CAVES RD STE 202AUSTIN, TX 78746
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 49 years of experience
  • 85 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Iowa
  • 165 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Randall Frederick Dryer

  • – Accountable Health Plan
  • – Admar/Med Network
  • – Affiliated Healthcare
  • – Anthem Health Systems
  • – BeechStreet
  • – BeechStreet / PPO Next
  • – Benefit Planners
  • – Central Texas Provider Network
  • – ChoiceOne
  • – CIGNA
  • – Coventry
  • – First Health
  • – FirstCare
  • – FirstHealth High Performance PPO
  • – Galaxy
  • – Galaxy Healthcare
  • – Great West Healthcare
  • – Health Payors Organization
  • – HealthSmart ACCEL
  • – HealthSmart Preferred
  • – Healthy Equations
  • – Independent Medical Systems
  • – Integrated Medical Systems
  • – Medical Control (Net One)
  • – Mega Life
  • – Multi Plan
  • – MultiPlan
  • – National Healthcare Alliance
  • – Seton Health Plan
  • – SmartHealth (effective January 1, 2013)
  • – Texas Bankers Association
  • – Texas Municipal League
  • – Texas Municipal League
  • – Texas True Choice
  • – Texas True Choice Leander ISD
  • – UniCare Classic
  • – UniCare Performance
  • – USA Managed Care Network
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Aexcel – designated Specialists
  • Aetna Medicare Open Plan
  • Aetna Whole Health – Seton Health Alliance
  • Affordable Health Systems
  • AmeriHealth
  • BC/BS Blue Choice
  • BC/BS Blue Choice BASIC
  • BC/BS Fed Select
  • BC/BS Health Select
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield PARPLAN
  • Blue Solutions
  • Bright Healthcare
  • Capital Area Providers (CAP)
  • CAPP Care
  • CIGNA *Designated physician ends 12/31/2014
  • Coventry Health Care
  • DocFIRST (Nextel Employees)
  • Employers Medical Provider Network (EMPN)
  • EPIC
  • ETHIX Southwest
  • Great West Healthcare
  • HMO Blue
  • Humana
  • Humana CHOICE
  • Humana Fee for Service Medicare
  • Injury Management Organization Med-Select
  • Medicare (including most replacement plans)
  • MultiPlan
  • National Preferred Provider Network
  • OneSource Health Network
  • Oscar
  • Physicians Health Choice (WellMed)
  • Prime Health Services Texas Health Network
  • Sana Benefits
  • Seton Health Alliance
  • Seton Physician Hospital Network (SPHN)
  • Southwest Medical Provider Network
  • St. Luke’s Society
  • Texas Star Network (Texas Mutual)
  • Texas Workers’ Comp
  • TriCare (Humana Military)
  • TRS ActiveCare (Administered by BCBS)
  • United HealthCare *Premium Designation
  • WellMed (Medicare)
  • Work Comp Non Subscribers
  • Ambetter

Medical Specialties

Randall Frederick Dryer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Randall Frederick Dryer has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Back Injuries
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Spinal Stenosis

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1977

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Randall Dryer affiliated with?
Randall Dryer is affiliated with Arise Austin Medical Center.
Where is Randall Dryer's office located?
Randall Dryer's office is located at 3003 BEE CAVES RD STE 202, AUSTIN, TX, 78746.
Does Randall Dryer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Randall Dryer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Randall Dryer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Randall Dryer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Randall Dryer?
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