Summary

Dr. Kristen Austin is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist who has been caring for women for 28 years. She earned her medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond and completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Kaiser Permanente Medical Group. Dr. Austin holds certification from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and provides care in English.

Dr. Austin practices at Swedish Specialty Care in Renton, Washington, and maintains hospital privileges at Swedish Issaquah Campus. She specializes in treating conditions such as cystocele, urinary incontinence, and abdominal pain during pregnancy. Her expertise includes performing routine women's health procedures like Pap tests and HPV screenings, as well as coordinating physical therapy when appropriate for her patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Austin highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 4.9.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 28 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Obstetrics And Gynecology
  • 209 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Obstetrics & GynecologyGynecologic OncologyEmergency MedicineGynecologic Oncology
Accepts New Patients
4.9 
28 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Renton , WASeattle , WAPuyallup , WASeattle , WA
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine Med School: COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kristen A Austin

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kristen A Austin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kristen A Austin has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Obstetrics and Gynecology

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Obstetrics And Gynecology

Medical School

Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, RichmondGraduated in 1998
VA Commonwealth University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Kristen Austin's office located?
Dr. Kristen Austin's office is located at 910 N 10th Pl, Renton, WA, 98057.
Is Dr. Kristen Austin accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Kristen Austin affiliated with?
Dr. Kristen Austin is affiliated with Swedish Issaquah Campus.
Does Dr. Kristen Austin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kristen Austin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Kristen Austin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Kristen Austin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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