Summary

Dr. Stuart Kuschner is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand surgery with nearly five decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from New York University and completed his residency training at Mount Sinai Medical Center and Hospital for Joint Diseases. Dr. Kuschner further refined his expertise through a fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital in 1988. He holds certification in Orthopaedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kuschner practices at Cedars-Sinai Hand Surgery in Los Angeles, California. He treats patients experiencing hand pain, trigger finger, and wrist fractures. His approach to care includes ordering imaging studies when needed and incorporating physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans. Patients have given Dr. Kuschner an average rating of 4.4 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 49 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 55 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Cedars-Sinai Hand Surgery - Los Angeles

8635 W 3rd St Ste 990WLos Angeles, CA 90048
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.4 
4.8 
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4.2 
49 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Farsi, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi
Los Angeles , CASherman Oaks , CALos Angeles , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: New York University Med School: University of California, Irvine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stuart H Kuschner

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareMore
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Positive Health Care
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Stuart H Kuschner has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Stuart H Kuschner has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Bone Cancer
  • Broken Bones (Bone Fractures)
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Nerve Compression Syndromes
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Wrist Fracture (Radius Fractures)

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Stuart H Kuschner holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital in 1988.

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital For Joint Diseases in 1986 and Mount Sinai Medical Center in 1982.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University in 1981 and Harvard University in 1977.

NPI Number

Stuart H Kuschner's NPI number is 1275577892.

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Where is Stuart Kuschner's office located?
Stuart Kuschner's office is located at 8635 W 3rd St Ste 990W, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.
What languages does Stuart Kuschner speak?
Stuart Kuschner speaks English.

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