Joel S. Kneitz
Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Baylor St Lukes Medical Group
1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy, Suite 525, 
Sugar Land, TX 

Overview

Dr. Kneitz is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician specializing in comprehensive patient care, medical leadership, and operational excellence. With extensive experience in both clinical practice and medical directorship, Dr. Kneitz has a strong focus on optimizing healthcare delivery, managing complex healthcare systems, and fostering clinician development. His clinical interests include weight management and male wellness, alongside his broad expertise in internal medicine. Dr. Kneitz provides care in diverse settings, including large medical management organizations and private practices.Dr. Kneitz began practicing medicine in 1996 and joined WellMed Medical Management in December 2021 before transitioning to his current role. His areas of focus include population health management, clinician oversight and development, and the financial and operational aspects of large-scale healthcare systems. He is particularly adept at managing fee-for-service and Medicare Advantage plans, with a demonstrated ability to improve quality outcomes and manage patient populations across various insurance structures.Beyond his clinical and administrative expertise, Dr. Kneitz has held significant leadership roles, including Chairman of the Board of Directors – Outpatient Medical Group at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Group and Area Medical Director for Central and South Houston for the same organization. He has served on numerous hospital and community boards and committees, such as the Medical Executive Board, Hospital Steering Committee, and as a Director and Board Member for the Hill Country Regional Health Network Physician Hospital Organization. He actively participates in the American Board of Internal Medicine Maintenance of Certification Program, reflecting his commitment to ongoing professional development.

Dr. Kneitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Chronic Cough.

Graduate Institution
University Of Texas Health Science Center - Houston
Specialties
Internal Medicine
Licenses
Emergency Medicine in TX
Hospital Affiliations
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center - Houston, TX
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

BAYLOR ST LUKES MEDICAL GROUP
1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy, Suite 525, Sugar Land, TX 77478
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